A report by the OECD into the drivers of inflation challenges the official view of the Reserve Bank and federal Treasury.
A similar system established in the UK has seen significant changes to the country’s banking system.
The watchdog chair says the inquiry will force banks to reveal how they determine interest rates on deposits,which have lagged home-loan rates.
The federal government is considering bringing in tough laws to target unfair trading practices in a bid to get the economy growing faster.
Delayed flights,understaffed counters and overpaid executives at the national carrier have put many travellers offside. We deserve a public inquiry.
Stock countdowns and deliberately confusing website designs are also in the sights of ACCC chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb.
Competition Minister Andrew Leigh says businesses getting employees to sign away their rights to switch jobs for better pay might be a factor in stifling wages.
Capitalism is supposed to give customers a good deal,but market forces do not always deliver.
The former consumer watchdog head says urgent law reform is needed to protect consumers and ensure the economy does not suffer.
More than 100 influencers who have tried to hoodwink the public with misleading claims and endorsements will be targeted in a national blitz.
Delia Rickard reflects on a long career at the competition watchdog – and why she still wants to be a political journalist.