Agriculture sector under threat from tariffs, global markets plunge after sell-off, 2,777 auctions scheduled this weekend. Plus, Mike Cannon-Brookes defends private jet.

As Trump hits steel and aluminium with tariffs, the agriculture sector is wary it may be next on the hit list, US inflation falls slightly, former Woolies CEO Brad Banducci's new job. Plus, households are in for an electricity bill shock.

Business Now: President Trump goes through with his threat of slapping tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports with no exemptions, CEO of the Australian Steel Association reacts. Plus, the ASX loses $50 billion in one day and ASIC sues AustralianSuper.

Global markets panic as the US sharemarket sheds $US1.75 trillion, full analysis with stock pickers Anton Tagliaferro and Jun Bei Liu. Plus, the CEO of the Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation on cost of Cyclone Alfred.

US casino giant Bally launches a surprise takeover bid for Star Entertainment, tariffs hit global markets threatening Australia's budget. Plus, rental affordability hits record low. 

As Cyclone Alfred approaches the East Coast, concerns are mounting over the economic impacts of the event. Plus, global markets plunge after Trump pauses tariffs, The Star has agreed to sell its Brisbane casino. 

Inside the command centre of Australia's largest insurer as Cyclone Alfred looms over SE Queensland. Plus, farmers in the 'salad bowl' of Australia prepare for the cyclone to hit, and shock resignations from two New Zealand institutions.

The business community prepares for the impact of Cyclone Alfred as locals are told to evacuate now. Plus, new GDP data surprises economists, China sets a growth target of 5% and the RBA says it may be time to move on from the narrow path.

An exclusive look into Suncorp's disaster response centre as Cyclone Alfred looms over Queensland, U.S. kicks off a global trade war with China immediately firing back. Plus, calls for the resources minister to resign.

Star Entertainment's woes worsen as it's shares are suspended on the ASX. Plus, calls to set up a flood defence fund as tropical cyclone Alfred threatens Queensland, property prices rises after the RBA rate cut and crypto makes a comeback.

Despite Star Entertainment at risk of running out of cash, shares in the troubled casino operator resume trading. Plus, wrap up of the February profit reporting season, construction of new homes picks up and AusPost's profit surges 641%.

As Qantas pays its first dividend in five years, Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson reacts to the Government allowing Qatar to buy a stake in Virgin. Plus, Medibank CEO David Koczkar responds to health insurance premiums rising 3.7%.

Richard White returns to WiseTech as Executive Chair, merely four months after he stepped down as CEO. Plus, Flight Centre's CEO explains why profit fell at the travel agency and HSBC's Paul Bloxham goes through the latest inflation data.

Woodside's underlying profit falls 13% to US$2.9B as energy prices fall. Plus, Domino's records it's first lost in 20 years, Aussie superfunds head to the U.S. in search of fresh funding and analysis of today's hottest ASX profit results.

WiseTech shares are smashed as $10 billion wiped from its market value, Pipeline group APA says shipping gas from WA or Queensland to Victoria or NSW is a disastrous option. Plus, the government bails out the Whyalla steelworks and Rex Airlines.

Inghams Group releases HY25 results, rate cut delivers relief to borrowers, government’s ambitious 1.2M new home target. Plus, MGM takes creative control over James Bond.

Business Now: The unemployment rate rises despite 54,000 new jobs, AMP's Diana Mousina explains the data, Telstra CEO Vicki Brady reveals why it's so hard to grow the business, more federal funds for Whyalla Steelworks. Plus, gold hits a new record.

The SA government steps in as Whyalla Steelworks plunges into administration. Plus, the RBA debrief with the leading economist who consistently forecast a February rate cut, and Donald Trump slugs international car makers with fresh tariffs.

Full analysis of the Reserve Bank's first rate cut in four years with Business Reporter Edward Boyd, EQ Economics Chief Economist Warren Hogan and Canstar's Sally Tindall. Plus, BHP's dividend falls to eight-year lows as revenue drops.

BlueScope CEO Mark Vassella reveals the steelmakers approach to Trump's tariffs as investors buy up shares. Plus, the economist that says the RBA cutting rates tomorrow isn't a sure bet as the market goes all in.