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Shares lower amid global growth worries

The Australian share market has finished slightly lower as global growth worries kept buyers at bay after a seven day winning streak. Disappointing US inflation figures contributed to a weaker fini..

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Banks work to change the way we pay

The Reserve Bank says it's working with the banking industry to innovate the way Australians pay for things as old-fashioned cheques fall by the wayside. RBA governor Glenn Stevens says the New Pay..

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Stocks to watch on Thursday

Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange at close on Wednesday: BHP - BHP BILLITON - up 52 cents, or 1.54 per cent, at $34.27 Mining giant BHP Billiton has lifted production nine per cen..

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US stocks drop after days of big gains

US stocks have dropped following mixed earnings, with the broad market retreating from three straight sessions of big gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 153.49 points (0.92 per cent) to 1..

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