Friday 24 July 2026

A surprise jump in the number of employed Australians puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates. 
The ALP promises a new workers’ court for employees
Macquarie boss Shemara Wikramanayake says it’s time to step down
Tesla sells more cars than ever, but profits fall
A Michelin star restaurant gets done for serving ants on sorbet

 

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Friday 24 July 2026
A surprise jump in the number of employed Australians puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The ALP promises a new workers&rsquo; court for employees</li>
<li aria-level="1">Macquarie boss Shemara Wikramanayake says it&rsquo;s time to step down</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tesla sells more cars than ever, but profits fall</li>
<li aria-level="1">A Michelin star restaurant gets done for serving ants on sorbet</li>
</ul>
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Hit follow on the podcast so you don&rsquo;t miss the latest news, and join our free <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup">daily newsletter here</a>.&nbsp;
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RBA pressure to lift rates; Albo’s new workers’ court; Tesla sales up, profits down

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