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Australian share market closes higher

The Australian share market has closed higher, with investors encouraged by the recent strength of global markets. At 1615 AEDT on Tuesday, the benchmark S&P/ASX200 index had risen 53.8 points,..

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Shareholder group boss quits

The chief executive of Australia's peak shareholder body has resigned, saying the organisation does not have the resources to expand its work calling listed companies to account on complex issues such..

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Australian shares continue good run

The Australian share market has continued to strengthen, with major banks and healthcare stocks leading the gains. At 1210 AEDT on Tuesday, the benchmark S&P/ASX200 index was up 40.7 points, or..

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Nine saved from collapse

Nine Entertainment has been saved from collapse with a Federal Court judge giving the final tick of approval to a $3.4 billion recapitalisation scheme. Justice Peter Jacobson sanctioned the scheme ..

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Australian shares continue to rise

The Australian share market has opened higher for a ninth straight day, despite substantial falls among insurers due to the flood and storm crisis on the east coast. At 1025 AEDT on Tuesday, the be..

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Suncorp takes thousands of claims

Insurer Suncorp says it has received 4,500 claims related to Queensland's floods and storms, but is prepared for the financial impact. Suncorp says it has made provisions for natural hazard claims ..

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Stocks to watch on Tuesday

Eds: The Australian stock market was closed on Monday, Jan 28 for the Australia Day public holiday. Stocks of interest on the Australian Stock Market on Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013: AAC - AUSTRALIAN A..

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