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News Corp approves Murdoch split
News Corp's board has approved the break-up of the conglomerate into two independent companies.
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US markets turn sober after Japan plunge
The 7.3% plunge in Japanese stocks during the week injected needed sobriety into US markets.
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Echo sale packed with Crown confidence
James Packer's Crown has confirmed the sale of its stake in rival casino operator Echo Entertainment.
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Retailer bid to cut 'horrific' costs
The federal government needs to restore consumer confidence by securing jobs, the ARA says.
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Gillard seeks Ford help for workers
The federal government has urged Ford to chip in to an assistance package for workers and their families.
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Bankia sells US bank to BCI for $910m
Spanish bank Bankia has agreed to sell Miami-based City National Bank of Florida to Chile's BCI for $910m.
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Yen rises amid Japanese stock volatility
The yen has gained against the euro and the US dollar after heavy volatility in the Japanese equity market.
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Domestic flights less full in March
Australia's domestic flights were a little roomier for the travelling public in March.
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Offshore processing 'threat to plants'
WA's major parties fear Shell's Prelude floating LNG project will start a departure from onshore processing.
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Qld investor 'sold shares to himself'
A Qld investor sold shares to himself in a bid to increase his investment's value, authorities allege.
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Deficit, debt ahead of Tas election
Tasmanian Premier Lara Giddings has delivered her third budget, shying away from big cuts.
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Holden boss says local costs high
Holden boss Mike Devereux says the cost of making cars in Australia is high.
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Job levels for disabled low
A report finds employment participation levels of people with disabilities have hit a three-year low.
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Live export ban blamed for $46.5m loss
AACo has blamed the suspension of live exports and lower rainfall for a $46.5 million loss.
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Base metals fall sharply
Copper has closed sharply lower on the LME as investors cashed in on the previous session's rally.
| Indices | Last | Chng |
|---|---|---|
| ASX200 | 4979.0 |  83.4 |
| ASX All Ords | 4959.6 | 81.2 |
| NZSE 50 | 4526.2 | 62.3 |
