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Archive for November 29th, 2017
ACCC beards baldness clinic over contracts
The consumer watchdog has kicked off court proceedings against hair loss clinic Ashley & Martin over alleged unfair business practices. November 29, 2017 The consumer watchdog has been pulling its hair out over the alleged unfair business practices at a chain of Australian clinics offering baldness treatments. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has initiated […]
Broad gains for ASX after Wall St boost
The Australian share market has held onto the morning’s gains following a strong lead from Wall Street overnight. November 29, 2017 The Australian share market is solidly higher at midday, with growth led by banking, mining and utilities stocks continuing a strong lead from Wall Street overnight. The benchmark S&P/ASX200 index was up 36 points, […]
Youi to pay $164,000 over sales practices
Youi will pay $164,000 after ASIC raised concerns the insurer was charging people for policies they hadn’t agreed to buy. November 29, 2017 Youi will pay $164,000 after the corporate watchdog raised concerns the insurer had been charging people for policies they hadn’t agreed to buy. The company will refund approximately $14,000 to 102 consumers […]