The Commonwealth Bank reports a $7.3 billion half year profit, as other corporates feel the impact of COVID-19.  But the market’s reaction to CBA’s result has been interesting.

Also today:

• A stunning contraction in the British economy
• Wages growth in Australia slows to its weakest level in 23 years
• And cyber security laws come under the spotlight

Plus an interview with Australian Hotels Association CEO Stephen Ferguson about the plight of the hotels sector.