China’s PMI numbers over the weekend were better than expected. Phil Dobbie asks NAB’s David de Garis whether this assumes a strong, risk-on mood for the first week of a new quarter? On the downside, US data remains mixed and the yield curve is still inverted. Does it all still rest on the outcome of US China trade talks. And what of the Aussie economy, with the NAB Business Survey out this morning, ahead of tomorrow’s RBA meeting? Plus, Brexit – the saga continues, with more votes and no clear direction.
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Equities bomb as investors are reminded of inflation
People are feeling the pinch as inflation rises. We’re seeing how headline inflation hits consumer staples and discretionaries says NAB’s Ray Attrill, as major US retailers warn of falling margins.
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Top 40 Business Tips #4: Make Your Customers Love You
Lots of companies say they have a focus on the customer, but do they really? And how do you make sure your customers have a love affair with your brand?
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Good tax, bad tax
Income tax, sales tax, council tax, car tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax – there’s just so much tax! So what’s good and what’s just plain wrong?
