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January data showed an improvement on some Asian economic indicators but according to ANZ Bank it remains too early to call a recovery.

Westpac economist Bill Evans has been talking to Americans about both our markets.

The RBA left the cash rate unchanged at 3.25% as the Australian economy holds its own against the world.

Bolstered by some surprising economic data released today, the RBA has made good on its “wait and see” approach and left rates unchanged.

According to CommSec the recently completed reporting season in Australia was relatively solid given global conditions but there are still challenges facing investors in coming months.

The latest review of the Perth office market by BIS Shrapnel suggests tough times are coming.

Overnight ISM manufacturing data from the US might be painting a hopeful picture, but not for Australia.

Company profits and inventory data for the December quarter came out today and economists suggest the weaker than expected results mean Australian growth may have been negative in the fourth quarter.

The GFC has baby boomers across the globe facing up to a harsh new reality.

While Woolworths delivered a solid earnings result brokers see a couple of problem areas that suggest the stock’s premium rating may come under question.