Jessica Stanic

Treasury Secretary Ken Henry has unveiled a bold reform to simplify the tax system, which could eventually be used by up to half of Australia’s 12 million taxpayers, News Limited reports.

A new global reputation poll has found that while Australia may think the world of itself, the world does not think as much of it.

Australians are looking increase their spending in the coming months, following positive economic data, a financial comparison company says.

Jim’s Group founder Jim Penman has denied media reports that the majority of franchisees want him out as the leader of the group.

A leading economist has warned petrol prices will start to climb over the coming months, as global oil costs hit new one-year highs.

Business owners are being invited to have their say on the first set of legislation to simplify GST rules.

Medibank Private has blamed rising unemployment and job fears for slow growth in its membership.

The ACCC has raised concerns over Woolworths’ proposed $87.6 million takeover of Danks Holdings, citing a reduction in competition.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has released the minutes of its October 6 board meeting, revealing the decision to lift interest rates stemmed from concerns about inflation and “imbalances” in the economy.

Apple’s net income soared almost 50 percent in just three months, thanks in part to the popularity of the iPhone, the company has revealed.