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DJs cops first strike on bosses’ pay

Retailer David Jones has borne the anger of shareholders, incurring a first "strike" at its annual general meeting and setting up a potential board spill. The heavy vote of nearly 40 per cent again..

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Jetset changes name to Helloworld

Jetstet Travelworld is changing its name to Helloworld after simplifying its network of travel agents. Shareholders approved the change at the company's annual general meeting on Friday, and it wil..

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SABMiller says interim profits advance

Britain-based brewer SABMiller has posted rising first-half net profits, boosted once again by strong growth in emerging markets. Earnings after taxation rose by almost nine per cent to $US1.714 bi..

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Wall Street hits record high

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above the key threshold of 16,000 for the first time, extending a rally that has seen the gauge add over 22 per cent this year. The Dow on Thursday rose ..

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