New alumina refinery looms over Gladstone skyline
Finance and industry report that a new alumina refinery dominates the Gladstone skyline as liquidity pressure grows. The Reserve Bank will release 851 million to trading banks in a bid to ease strain. From next Monday the statutory reserve deposit ratio for trading banks drops by 1 percent to 0.4 percent.
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Export prices for Australian beef rise 29 percent
Sydney reports Australian beef export prices surged by 25 to 29 percent over the past year due to droughts in South Africa and Australia. The Reserve Bank released a $125 million liquidity measure after a prior reduction, while industry officials noted pressure on banks and shifting trade and farming development programs amid inflation and global supply adjustments.
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C&G Expansion Plans Amid Rising Debts and Asset Revaluation
Company news shows Commercial and General Acceptance Ltd facing debt of 113 million with 94 million carried from the previous June. Directors propose 10 per cent dividends while new lending seeks higher rates and asset sales lift. Holdings in flats and equipment revalue, with property for resale increasing proceeds.
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Bell Bryant Directors Announce Western Market Plans
Bell Bryant Directors of Abantoyle nidines plan expansions in Western Fiji market with Bryant Ltd, detailing new dairy and prize placements. The Australian Stock Exchange notes Taip, amid announcements of equity growth at Mount Cleve and Kembla plants. The group reports improved profits despite sector pressures and sets May 12 as the next share transfer date.
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U E Box Directors Report Takeover Acceptance
United Empire Box Co Ltd said yesterday the takeover offer for Napier Worlen Mille LAO has been fully accepted by shareholders with a 100 percent response, clearing the path for the deal.
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Major Japanese car makers merge into 99.5m firm
Japanese auto groups plan a landmark merger forming a 39.80 million yen capital, 26,000-strong workforce, creating Asia’s largest car maker. Nissan expects five shares for ten, aims to boost exports and global competitiveness while shareholders approve the plan by May.
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Govt monopoly road to stagnation claim
A Bank view argues that government monopolies destroy free price discovery and competition, causing stagnation across multiple sectors. The National Bank notes in its Monthly Summary of Australian Conditions that state monopolies suppress efficiency and growth.
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Shippers urged to resist Australian shipping control
London report quotes Newton Jones, chairman of the Australian and New Zealand Merchants and Shippers Association, saying Australia should resist government legislation aimed at regulating shipping services. He warns centralized control could deter investment and hinder containerisation, urging free competition between government policy and private enterprise.
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New Moomba Gas Flow Reported From Wildcat Well
Sydney reports a wildcat well at Moomba produced gas today. The new flow boosts expectations for early output, with authorities noting test results indicate potential for further development.
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Price rise for nickel stock options hints market shift
Report from Toronto and New York notes nickel price increases and hinted rises in stock option activity. Mention of International Nickel Company and a Toronto meeting signals potential market impact. Analysts reference price targets around 14 000 and 18 000 with uncertainty about near term moves.
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Price rises likely threaten inflation outlook in Australia
Brisbane report notes economists warn higher wages and drought could push the consumer price index up further. Analysts say tight labor markets and potential energy and food price increases may sustain inflation, while government policy and drought effects could shape future price pressures and wage dynamics.
Sydney market trims gains as oil and copper firm
Oil and copper improve while Sydney stock sales show limited trend. All Ordinaries index edges up slightly with mixed gains in mining and Woodside groups, Santos and AOD rise, but Exploration slips. Copper players like Mount Isa, BH South and Wonk Minerals advance, while Sugar weakens and CSR falls. Banks hold with Adelaide and CBA marginally higher.
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