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Edwards on Politics

Labour policies offer hope in tough financial times

ANALYSIS: Budget to invest more in Elevate Fund as part of the Coalition’s growth agenda.

Brent Edwards Thu, 15 May 2025

Edwards on Politics

What parties here can learn from the Australian election

Edwards on Politics

Political consensus needed to lift skills training

Edwards on Politics

The Budget dilemma: How to bump the Trump slump

Edwards on Politics

The risks to democracy and free speech

Edwards on Politics

Boosting defence spending in a more uncertain world

Edwards on Politics

The investment challenges posed by a growing population

ANALYSIS: Successive governments have tinkered with immigration but not developed a comprehensive population policy.

Brent Edwards Thu, 15 Aug 2024

Underarm

Qantas and the ambivalent legacy of Alan Joyce

ANALYSIS: Qantas posted record profits in 2023 but Joyce resigned as CEO amid controversy and law suits. Even in retirement, he is a divisive figure.

Lachlan Colquhoun Wed, 14 Aug 2024

Margin Call

Are the cashflow kings becoming capex kings?

ANALYSIS: Largest driver in growth of fixed assets for Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet is growth in demand for cloud services; two other drivers could be cause for concern.

Nicholas Bagnall Tue, 13 Aug 2024

Shoeshine

With legislation MIA, court steps in to expedite class actions

ANALYSIS: A recent Court of Appeal case gives surety of payment to litigation funders, a big advance for New Zealand that puts our court ahead of Australia.

Dita De Boni Mon, 12 Aug 2024

Economy Matters

What is the biggest challenge for our economy?

ANALYSIS: To enhance our productivity we need to create a competitive and appealing environment that attracts global talent and retains our skilled workforce.