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Oil prices can affect everyday Australians far beyond what it costs to fill up your car. Why are they so important to the economy? 

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CommBank Matildas star Mary Fowler says being sidelined by injury has cleared the space to bounce back even stronger. The footballer sits down for an interview with CommBank Newsroom's Michelle Escobar.

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Economy
Tariff wars and geopolitical shocks could have broken the global economy in 2025, but they didn’t, write CBA Chief Economist Luke Yeaman.

 

Artificial intelligence
AI is reshaping industries and has potential to transform customer experiences. But like any innovation, its impact will depend on how thoughtfully and responsibly it is applied.  

Economy
Interest rates sit behind many of the big economic issues people are navigating right now, from housing and rents to savings and everyday spending.

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