Teck Resources Limited agreed on a “merger of equals” with Anglo American on 9 September 2025, marking a big milestone in the mining industry over the past decade and potentially the second largest M&A in the industry after Glencore’s acquisition of Xstrata in 2013. The deal follows recent unsuccessful merger attempts over recent years, including BHP's USD$49 billion final offer for Anglo American in 2024 and Glencore's initial takeover bid for Teck Resources in 2023.

Bread. Dead presidents. C-Notes. Akin to the countless pseudonyms we have for money, its use is universal. Money is ubiquitous and uniquely presents itself in everyone’s lives. Most of us use it every day, tapping Myki’s on PTV or hovering your phone over a portable POS machine. With the widespread shift towards cashless transactions, we need to ask ourselves one question: do we fundamentally understand how money works?

What do fashion retailers and banks have in common? They are increasingly competing for the same modern customer. Over the last couple of years, there has been a dramatic growth in Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, mainly attributed to the continuous rise in consumerism.

Leveraged Healing: The Role of Private Credit in the Healthcare Sector offers a sharp look into how private equity and private credit are reshaping Australia’s evolving hospital system. As debt-laden deals and international investors take centre stage, this article explores the financial forces behind hospital ownership, service delivery, and the delicate balance between public interest and private returns. Read further to unpack what’s at stake when healthcare meets high fin

The Latte Factor: Do Small Expenses Really Affect Your Financial Future? unpacks the powerful psychology behind everyday spending, exploring whether cutting small habitual costs—like daily coffees—can genuinely shape long-term financial outcomes. As young Australians navigate soaring living costs and economic uncertainty, this analysis challenges conventional wisdom and examines how mindful spending can offer not just savings, but agency in a shifting financial landscape.

A Look into the Commodity offers a deep dive into the enduring role of gold in global markets, from its cultural significance to the structural forces shaping its supply and demand today. As gold demand reaches new highs and market dynamics evolve, this analysis unpacks the factors behind gold’s lasting appeal and growing prominence in a shifting global economy.