Telstra: the float that sank billions

Article Abstract:

Issues discussed concern the controversy over the low pricing of shares of Australian telecommunications provider Telstra, focusing on an estimated public loss of as much as A$16 bil. Topics addressed include the privatization of national industries, and the conflict of interest between the goals of investment companies and the government.

Statistical Data Included, Management, Finance, Telecommunications services industry, Telecommunications industry, Venture capital, Privatization, Privatization (Business), Government business enterprises, Public enterprises, Telstra Corporation Ltd.

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Inside the court of King John

Article Abstract:

This article focuses on Australian radio industry mogul John Laws, who is facing six inquiries and possible criminal proceedings for alleged extortion after discovery of his A$1.2 mil deal with Australia's banks. The moral and ethical aspects of talk radio and advertising are examined.

Banking industry, Radio broadcasting industry, Advertising agencies, Mass media industry, Investigations, Cover Story, Ethical aspects, Marketing industry, Radio advertising, Radio programs, Laws, John

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