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More than $400 billion. Millions of members. And a front-row seat to the forces shaping the Australian economy.If you think super is dull, or the people who run it are dull, think again.Paul Schroder runs AustralianSuper, the biggest superannuation fund in the country - and he has plenty to say about where the economy is heading, how geopolitics is reshaping investment, and why Australia’s biggest problems are productivity, inequality, and above all, housing.In fact, he thinks housing is the biggest issue facing the country - and a major weakness in the way the economy now works. So what could Australian super funds, like his, do to fix it?Paul Schroder joins That's Business with Alan Kohler to unpack it all.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to the ABC Business Daily team at [email protected]

Around the globe investors cheered the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, with surging stocks and an oil price plunge. But, there are already signs this fragile truce isn’t holding. And there are contradictory reports about just how open the crucial Strait of Hormuz really is.So will the market rally wave crash as quickly as it’s crested? And is the energy crisis actually over? Carrington Clarke and ABC News Business Editor Michael Janda break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

It appeared the market was betting on another TACO Tuesday from Donald Trump. And it could be said that he’s delivered.The US President has announced a two-week cease-fire with Iran which involves an opening up of the crucial strait of Hormuz - and raises hopes of a more normal flow of energy around the world.But no matter what the final outcome of this conflict, we’ve seen a dramatic shift in Australia’s car market. Electric Vehicle sales are soaring but the question remains: will this prove to be permanent shift in the auto market?Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Reporter Steph Chalmers, break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.

After wild oscillations on Wall Street overnight, time is ticking and global investors are holding their breath as Donald Trump’s latest deadline for Iran is set to expire tomorrow.And while the world remains caught in the grip of the global fuel crisis, investment continues to roll into artificial intelligence as it promises - or threatens - to up-end the economy.Carrington Clarke and ABC's Chief Business Correspondent Ian Verrender break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

Donald Trump has unleashed in a series of extraordinary social media posts, swearing and threatening Iran’s civilian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz isn’t reopened. So are we on the edge of a dangerous escalation in this war, that has already wrought havoc on energy markets?And while time ticks down on Trump’s deadline, buyers seem to be biding their time to purchase property in Australia, with the auction clearance rates continuing to fall.Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Correspondent David Taylor break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

More rate rises. A possible recession. And fresh pressure on households and business.So how is one of Australia’s biggest banks preparing for what comes next?Anthony Miller took over Westpac after a bruising era for the bank, following a two-decade investment banking career with major institutions including Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank.He joins Alan Kohler on That's Business to talk mortgage stress, recession risk, cyber threats, AI, housing affordability, and how Westpac is trying to move on from years of scandal.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to the ABC Business Daily team at [email protected]

As the global energy crisis drags on, the Australian government has urged the nation to stay calm and carry on, with some extra financial relief coming our way.But the economic landscape remains worrying: inflation running hotter than desired, unemployment on the rise, and growth hard to come by.So, is Australia heading toward the dreaded 'R word' - "recession" - if this war continues? Or, could we be there already?Carrington Clarke and ABC Economics Reporter Tom Crowly break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

US markets have surged, hanging big hopes on Donald Trump’s intimations that the war in Iran might be ending soon. But mission accomplished may not mean oil is flowing through the strait of Hormuz.Meanwhile here in Australia, the RBA says it’s got a plan to lower costs for consumers, moving to rid the country of sneaky card surcharges.And on the heels of the Treasurer's announcement this morning, small businesses stand to receive some tax relief. But will these measures have an impact? And who will be left paying?Carrington Clarke and ABC National Business Reporter, Adelaide Miller break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

With Brent Crude on track to end the month with its highest price rise in history, the Australian government is promising cost of living relief to motorists. But will its slashing of the fuel tax make a significant dent in your expenses? And will the pressure of higher oil costs in the US force Donald Trump to end this war?Carrington Clarke and ABC Chief Business Correspondent Ian Verrender break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected]

The pre-Easter rush brought a flood of properties up for sale over the past weekend. But buyers, aren’t biting - at least not with the same hunger as they were. The latest data shows auction clearance rates are in fact slumping. So has there been a dramatic shift in the balance of power between sellers and buyers? And what does it mean for the price of property?Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Editor Michael Janda break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.

Oil prices are jumping. The budget is getting closer. And the global economy just got a whole lot messier.With conflict rattling energy markets and uncertainty building ahead of the next federal budget, big questions are hanging over Australia’s economic outlook.What does a major oil and gas shock mean for inflation, energy security, and the budget bottom line?And is the Treasurer himself using AI?Federal Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers joins Alan Kohler to unpack it all on That's Business with Alan Kohler.Got a burning business question?Send a short voice recording to the ABC Business Daily team at [email protected]

Is big tech having its big tobacco moment?Overnight, a US jury found tech giants Meta and Google liable for addictive features that led to a young user’s mental health distress. That followed a separate judgement, finding that Meta violated consumer protection law by concealing what it knew about child exploitation on its platforms. The big tech companies disagree. In this episode, we dig into the numbers, including the damages, behind the landmark cases, and what this means to the business of big tech. And while yesterday’s CPI data showed inflation slightly lower than expected, is this the relative calm before an inflation storm? Carrington Clarke and ABC Business reporter Nassim Khadem break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.

It was the ultimatum...that wasn’t.Donald Trump has backed down from his 48-hour deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that a deal is in progress.But questions remain, including how the energy market tumult is affecting China, which takes in the lion’s share of Iran’s oil exports. So is the United States using the ongoing conflict as leverage against China?Or has China’s investment in electrification set it up to weather just this sort of storm?Carrington Clarke and ABC Chief Business Correspondent Ian Verrender break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.

It's been more than three weeks since initial strikes on Iran by Israel and the US started a war - and world energy markets are in turmoil. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed. Oil prices have surged - and Australians are paying more at the petrol pump as a result. An ultimatum has been issued, and the world may be on the edge of another dangerous escalation.So how vulnerable is the Australian economy to it all? And is there anything the government can do to protect the country?Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Editor Michael Janda break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.

Your new go-to for business news and analysis is here.ABC Business Daily is your guide to the stories moving markets, shaping industries, and affecting the Australian economy. From Monday to Thursday, Carrington Clarke unpacks the biggest business news with the ABC’s leading reporters - breaking down what happened, why it matters, what it might mean to you, and what comes next.On Fridays, That’s Business with Alan Kohler brings you in-depth interviews with the people behind the decisions, strategy, risk, and power driving Australian business.For sharp insight, clear explanation, and coverage you can trust, hit follow to catch new episodes of ABC Business Daily and That's Business with Alan Kohler on ABC Listen, or wherever you get your podcasts.