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DIVIDENDS paid by Australia's biggest companies are holding firm despite share market falls and concerns over the economy.

AUSTRALIAN investors are less likely to be ripped off as the financial services sector comes under greater scrutiny.

HOMEWARE giant Ikea is bucking the trend of retailers looking to downsize by planning to open even bigger stores.

AUSTRALIAN banks are among the most profitable in the world, but questions are emerging over where the majors will find future growth.

INVESTORS have overtaken insurance companies and financial institutions as the biggest victims of fraud in Australia.

KIDS' music lessons, soccer training, drama, maths tutoring, tennis camps - the list is endless and so too are the costs.

AUSTRALIAN banks are among the most profitable in the world, but questions are emerging over where the majors will find future growth.

PRIME Minister Julia Gillard has dismissed the need for a sovereign wealth fund, saying the superannuation pot serves that purpose.

AUSTRALIAN investors are less likely to be ripped off as the financial services sector comes under greater scrutiny.

THE Australian share market was lower at noon, extending losses from morning trade on the back of weak leads from European and US markets.

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