The IMF has maintained Australia's growth forecast despite persistent inflation concerns, while the Reserve Bank is set to explain its decision on interest rates, and a regional bank anticipates stronger loan growth after a dip in earnings.
The Albanese government faces criticism over its AUKUS stance, as secrecy surrounding nuclear waste dumps for future submarines raises concerns, and Australia's substantial financial commitment to AUKUS submarines is questioned amidst doubts about their control and availability.
**BHP's joint venture, Vicuna, has announced a massive $25 billion investment in copper, gold, and silver mining projects in Argentina, following a record earnings boost for the Australian mining giant driven by copper** performance.
A judgment is anticipated in the 'greenwashing' case against Santos regarding its net-zero claims, while Coles faces accusations of misleading consumers with its grocery price marketing strategies.
The Liberal leader has been advised on frontbench reshuffles to balance party factions, and Sydney protests have drawn comparisons to a 'Minneapolis moment', raising concerns about democratic rights and police force.
US Senator Marco Rubio is supporting Viktor Orbán's re-election bid during a visit to Budapest, Hungary.