Banks claim support for SMEs; ASX hits 6-month low; Trump calls female reporter “Piggy”

Thursday 20 November 2025

The big banks claim they are looking after small businesses and competition in the sector is hotter than ever. 

• The local share market falls to a new, near six-month low. 
• Scientists provide upgraded warnings about ultra-processed foods.
• Wages growth stabilises, but that doesn’t mean we can expect rate cuts. 
• Donald Trump calls a female reporter “Piggy.”

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