Most leading bankers agree that the massive and risky US leveraged loan market will be the epicentre of the next financial blow-up. – Karen Maley

‘I worked hard and paid all my taxes’ does not pass the pub test when tax-free retirements now last so long. – John Kehoe

CommBank’s new dealing room feels bigger than an Olympic swimming pool and is blur of screens and desks. Its traders move in next month. – Anthony Macdonald

One of Australia’s most loved businesses has come under attack from two powerful macro forces. It must now convince investors it’s the same old CSL. – Jonathan Shapiro

Much of corporate Australia strongly backed the Voice. The result means they are reassessing how to address social issues as past of the ESG agenda. – Jennifer Hewett

The ASIO chief and his portfolio secretary come from Canberra’s warrior class. Despite their personal failings, their frank and fearless advice is valuable. – Tom Burton

What are the Greens going to demand be spent when the fuel excise runs out? And do they not realise that just because a car is battery powered, it will still need a road? – Phillip Coorey