Monday, December 16, 2019

ALL THE NEWS THAT FITS AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW



Wool growers could be among the big winners from a peace deal in the US-China trade war.

Aussie wool growers big winners in US-China trade thaw

The National Farmers' Federation says the trade peace deal is a positive, as energy players grapple with potential gas market competition.




A Boeing 737 Max

Boeing considers halting 737 MAX production

Boeing's board is considering a proposal from top management to temporarily shut down 737 production.

Giant farm co-op CBH crashes to grain trade loss

CBH's grain marketing division bleeds almost $120 million amid trade tension with China and big drop in wheat exports to Indonesia.

"Populists seek to influence public policy, and they are often successful," says Sir Michael Hintze, executive chairman of CQS.

Why populism matters to markets


Populist parties and protest can shape policies and drive market volatility, warns the billionaire investor Michael Hintze.


In this July 22, 2016 fie photo, Chinese fans cheer during a concert by the South Korean K-Pop group Winner in Shanghai. The once-cordial ties between South Korea and its biggest trading partner have soured due to the perception that China has targeted businesses, sports teams and culture to protest deployment of an advanced U.S. anti-missile system in South Korea. A South Korean candy maker, a chocolate factory, video games and a soccer team have suffered from actions many in South Korea view as retribution and Chinese have vandalized some South Korean-run stores. (Chinatopix via AP, File)

China unleashes fun police amid economic fears

China's censors are targeting rap and 'vulgar' language in their latest content crackdown, which analysts say reflects the paranoia about economic instability.

Climate talks end with few commitments and ‘lost’ opportunity

The United States and other big polluters blocked even a non-binding measure encouraging countries to enhance their climate targets next year.


The luxury items guests now steal from hotel rooms

Forget toiletries. A new survey has revealed that hotel guests are now making off with showerheads, mattresses and more.



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