Qantas eyes higher fares; rate hike fears grow; Bill Gates’ AI jobs warning

Friday 28 August 2026

Three of Australia’s biggest consumer businesses report results, offering a snapshot of how Australians are spending across travel, health and retail.

• Households continue to spend, just as more banks warn of another impending rate hike
• Bill Gates delivers a stark warning on AI
• Tech giant Meta’s $18b court settlement
• Why the type of music a shop plays can change what you buy

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