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Santos pins hopes on first shale gas

Oil and gas producer Santos says Australia's first commercial shale gas well is ready to go into production, helping to boost supply and keep prices stable in eastern Australia. Santos said its Moo..

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APA lifts its bid for Hastings again

The bidding war for energy infrastructure investor Hastings Diversified Utilities Fund (HDF) has intensified, with predator APA Group again lifting its takeover offer. The move by APA comes just da..

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QBE says insurance prices will cool

Australians could soon begin to see a welcome end to steep price rises on their insurance policies. Global insurer QBE says premiums should begin stabilising following rises imposed after several n..

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Duet Group’s annual profit dives 62%

Energy infrastructure investor Duet Group has suffered a 62 per cent plunge in full year profit. The group's net profit fell to $47.5 million in the year to June 30, from $124.9 million the previou..

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Stocks to watch early on Friday

Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange on Friday, August 17 ABC - ADELAIDE BRIGHTON LTD - down 35 cents at $2.90 Building materials provider Adelaide Brighton is optimistic of increasi..

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