Shipping delays in the lead-up to Christmas could leave thousands of disappointed Aussies without a present under the tree, according to new research from Finder.

To wit, the Tata Chemicals Limited (NSE:TATACHEM) share price is 86% higher than it was a year ago, much better than the market return of around 36% (not including dividends) in the same period. If it can keep that out-performance up over the long term,

A North American software provider is set to acquire Link Group for $2.9 billion, ousting private equity firm Carlyle Group in the bidding process.

After a highly successful event in 2021, plans are now underway to make the 2022 event the best yet. The conference, hosted by major sponsors CQUniversity and Teys Australia, is designed to enhance the training of red meat industry participants working in Northern Australia.

WAM Capital will acquire two other listed investment companies in a bid to take its market capitalisation to $2.3 billion.

A company which bought a West Coast mine with big predictions of resuming production is in receivership, while workers at a related company are allegedly not being paid. The receivers hope to get the Avebury Nickel Mine near Zeehan operational.

Hooked Up Fish and Chips owner-operator Kirk Rumball says the Hospo Gigs program has provided an easy way to connect with people looking for work.

The euro, Australian dollar and other currencies recovered against the U.S. dollar as traders turned more positive about the economic outlook on Wednesday, even as Omicron cases rocketed and investors braced for more volatility.

These are the most talked about Aussie startups in 2021, including From Canva, Culture Amp, Zeller and Airwallex.

In the latest trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $50.97, marking a +0.39% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 1.02% gain on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.74%,