The Australian dollar has surged against its US counterpart which has fallen ahead of key Congressional testimony by Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen, after a Donald Trump Jnr email came to light.
Oil prices have climbed, with WTI lifting more than three per cent, on reports showing cuts in US oil production and declines in US crude and European product stockpiles.
DEXUS Property Group is preparing to welcome its first major tenant to the largest office tower at Kings Square, with West Perth-based advertising group The Brand Agency to take a full floor in KS1.
Dogged legal action led by Fremantle-based Primary Securities has given investors in a failed Willmott Forests scheme the prospect of getting a return on their money.
Financial services business Euroz has flagged a surge in net profit for the 2017 financial year and an increased dividend payout, on the back of an improved performance by its broking arm.
GR Engineering Services has launched Supreme Court proceedings against Eastern Goldfields and is seeking about $10 million in relation to its contract for refurbishment of the Davyhurst operation.
A new report has highlighted the importance small, medium and large Western Australian businesses place on digital marketing, and the challenges they face.
National construction outfit Built Holdings will start work shortly on Charter Hall Group’s $240 million redevelopment of Raine Square, after being appointed as primary contractor.
The state government has warned police the public expects them to do their job, as new industrial action started, including officers issuing cautions for minor offences instead of fines.
Talga Resources has agreed to work with a German building materials producer to explore the use of graphite and graphene to enhance concrete applications.
Perth's next apartments and employment hub will be created at Murdoch, with Fini Group selected to deliver the $200 million first stage of LandCorp’s Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct.
Asian private equity firm Affinity Equity Partners has made a $2.2 billion offer for Vocus Communications, rivalling a similar bid from US private equity giant Kohlberg Kravis Roberts.
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Oil prices have risen modestly, but increased drilling activity in the United States and uncertainty over Libyan and Nigerian production cuts clouded the future supply outlook.
Gold prices have edged up from their lowest since mid-March in choppy trade, after nearing technical support and as traders awaited signals from central banks on interest rate rises.
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Subiaco-based software company K2fly has made its first acquisition since listing on the ASX last year, announcing today the purchase of a local specialist data collaboration company that counts the state's three biggest iron ore miners as its clients.
Exploration companies Orecorp, Cradle Resources and Graphex Mining have been pummelled on the ASX as the market continues to react to changes to mining and exporting laws in Tanzania.
The proposed $11 billion merger between wagering giant Tabcorp and lotteries and wagering firm Tatts Group is set for more scrutiny - this time by the Federal Court.
Kidman Resources has successfully fended off Marindi Metals’ claims of rights to the Mt Holland lithium project near Southern Cross, after a Supreme Court verdict was handed down last week.
Poseidon Nickel and Aphrodite Gold have agreed to form a jointly-owned company to own Poseidon’s processing facilities at its Black Swan nickel operation and Aphrodite’s nearby gold tenements.
Neometals will hold on to its minority stake in the Mt Marion lithium mine after failing to find a buyer, and plans to spin-out its technology and titanium assets into a new company.
The Australian share market is higher, led by the major banks, after a positive lead from Wall Street which was boosted by a better-than-expected US jobs report.
