Jeff Bezos prepares for takeoff on Blue Origin spacecraft

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5 years ago

July 20, 2021

For those of us who didn’t study astrophysics, going to space has always been just a dream

As the space race heats up, floating amongst the stars may become a reality sooner than we think.

From Richard Branson to Jeff Bezos and even Elon Musk, the space race is officially kicking off and the world is waiting to see who can make it commercially viable first.

The race to space is well and truly underway between Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos – but who will be the first billionaire to make intergalactic travel feasible? | @williamhoward_ pic.twitter.com/QPoYR6aLV2
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Branson goes first

Richard Branson was the first of his billionaire pals to fly to the edge of Earth’s horizon on July 11.

The eccentric Virgin Air founder fulfilling his life-long ambition with the world watching on in awe and now, it’s time for Bezos to shine.

Bezo’s Blue Origin space shuttle scheduled to depart on July 20

Onboard with Bezos will be his brother, Mark, recent high-school graduate Oliver Daemaen and Wally Funk and an 82-year-old pilot who was one of the Mercury 13 women.

But not everyone is a fan of intergalactic missions Chief Economist at The Australia Institute Matt Grooddnorf

But it’s clear that the race to a galaxy far far away is only going in one direction – up and up!

Australian Dollar surges: What $0.70 means for markets

Australian dollar surges 5% to $0.70, impacting importers, exporters, and big miners amid rising interest rates.

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12 hours ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australian dollar surges 5% to $0.70, impacting importers, exporters, and big miners amid rising interest rates.

The Australian dollar has jumped more than 5 percent against the U.S. dollar this year, now trading around $0.70. This rapid rise has sparked mixed reactions for importers and exporters as Australia’s materials sector shows signs of bouncing back, despite concerns over rising interest rates.

Dale Gilham from Wealth Within breaks down the factors behind the AUD surge, the implications for commodities, and what it means for big miners like BHP. From profits to strategy, we explore how the market is reacting to this currency shift.

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S&P 500 rises as financial stocks lead and tech slips

S&P 500 rises 0.4% thanks to financial stocks; software struggles amidst AI concerns. Subscribe for updates!

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13 hours ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

S&P 500 rises 0.4% thanks to financial stocks; software struggles amidst AI concerns. Subscribe for updates!

The S&P 500 climbed 0.4% on Tuesday, boosted by strong gains in financial stocks. Citigroup and JPMorgan led the rally, showing investors are rotating money into the sector as tech stocks faltered.

Meanwhile, software shares struggled, with ServiceNow, Autodesk, and Palo Alto Networks all seeing notable declines. Concerns around AI disruption continue to affect the software and financial sectors alike.

Market watchers are now turning their attention to upcoming inflation reports later this week, looking for signals that could shape the next moves in the market.

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Australia’s GST debate heats up amid tax reform push

Australia debates GST expansion amid aging population pressures and personal income tax concerns; expert insights from Dr. Steven Enticott.

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1 day ago

February 17, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australia debates GST expansion amid aging population pressures and personal income tax concerns; expert insights from Dr. Steven Enticott.

Australia is facing a fierce debate over tax reform, with fresh calls to broaden the Goods and Services Tax as the government searches for more stable revenue streams. With an ageing population putting pressure on health, pensions and long-term spending, economists argue the current reliance on personal income tax may not be sustainable.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax joins Ticker to break down the real impact of expanding the GST, including how it could affect lower-income households, whether taxing unrealised gains would change investor behaviour, and what compensation mechanisms could soften the blow on essential goods. The political risks are high, but so are the fiscal stakes.

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