US stock

Mazda EV Confirmed for Australia With Starting Price Under $55K

Mazda is set to introduce its first mainstream electric vehicle (EV) to the Australian market with the 2026 Mazda 6e. Expected to arrive in showrooms by mid-2026, this all-electric sedan aims to offer a compelling alternative to traditional internal combustion vehicles. With a starting price under $55,000, the Mazda 6e positions itself as an affordable…

Latrobe Magnesium Stock

Latrobe Magnesium stock jumps on major $122M financing deal from U.S. EXIM Bank

Shares of Latrobe Magnesium surged after news that the U.S. Export-Import Bank, commonly called EXIM, has signaled interest in financing the miner’s commercial plant expansion, a move that lifted confidence in the company’s growth plan.  Investors piled in as hopes rose that the loan support will fast track Latrobe’s switch from pilot to commercial scale….

ATO Warning

ATO Warning Issued as Tax Office Targets Business Reporting Errors

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is sending a clear message: they are watching business reporting more closely than ever. We see reports that the ATO is using more data systems, cross checking bank records, payroll, and invoices. This new warning matters because even small mistakes can now be caught fast. We examine why the ATO…

Cboe

Cboe Gains Approval to List Companies in Australia, Challenging ASX

In a landmark move that could reshape the Australian capital markets, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has granted Cboe Global Markets the authority to function as a listing venue in Australia. This development allows Cboe to host initial public offerings (IPOs) and bring new companies, both local and international, onto its platform.  Historically,…

EV Values

Aussies Warned of Plunging EV Values, Some Cars Lose $26,500

Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer just a futuristic concept; they’re here, and Australians are buying them in record numbers. In 2024, EVs made up 9.5% of all new car sales in Australia, a 150% increase from 2022. With government incentives and a growing network of charging stations, the shift towards EV values seems like…

Major Commonwealth Bank Outage Leaves Users Locked Out of Accounts

Major Commonwealth Bank Outage Leaves Users Locked Out of Accounts

On October 2, 2025, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) experienced a major outage that locked users out of critical banking services. The disruption impacted online access, payments, and ATM withdrawals. At peak, more than 7,137 outage reports were logged on Downdetector shortly after midday AEST. This outage is not isolated: CBA has seen multiple digital…

Gladstone

Gladstone Coal Plant to Shut Down Six Years Ahead of Schedule

Australia is witnessing a major turning point in its energy transition. The announcement that the Gladstone coal plant will shut down six years earlier than expected marks a significant moment in the nation’s shift away from fossil fuels. This decision comes amid rising global climate pressures, government commitments to net-zero emissions, and increasing competition from…

BHP Iron Ore

BHP Iron Ore Faces Risk as Albanese Responds to China Import Reports

Australia’s iron ore trade is back in the spotlight. On September 30, 2025, reports from China hinted at possible changes in its iron ore import plans. For us, this matters a lot. Why? Because iron ore is not just another export. It is Australia’s single biggest money earner, and China is the top buyer. BHP,…

Asian Shares

Asian Shares Mixed as Traders Downplay US Government Shutdown Risk

Asian shares are trading in mixed territory today as markets digest U.S. political drama. The threat of a U.S. government shutdown looms, but many traders are treating it as background noise rather than a crisis. Some indexes are up, some are down, and overall movement is cautious. We see this mix because global and regional…