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Rising oil prices and higher borrowing costs are squeezing retail and housing-linked firms, while mining continues to hold up.
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Wise launches Everyday Account in Australia for relocators
Relocators and other customers can now manage Australian bills, salary payments and foreign currencies in one account, with fees removed on local AUD transfers.
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The arrangement could make bank feeds easier for sole traders and micro businesses by bypassing full accreditation under Australia's Consumer Data Right rules.
MOVA brings forward Black Friday deals in Australia
Shoppers in Australia will get an earlier chance to compare home robotics deals as MOVA opens its Black Friday sale on 5 November.
Zepto says NPP drives A2A growth as payroll shifts
Real-time transfers now account for more than a third of Australia's account-to-account payments, as payroll and super shift online.
Eucalyptus founder urges Australian start-ups to take risks
The acquisition underscored how quickly a pivot can pay off, with Eucalyptus sold to Hims & Hers for USD $1.15 billion after a risky shift.
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