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Viking Therapeutics Stock Pops But Struggles to Hold Gains

VKTX stock shot higher after announcing a phase 3 trial for its GLP-1 drug candidate; but investors are concerned about a lack of support in Washington

MarketBeat

Housing, health, the economy, education and the environment – our assessment on the key questions in the leaders’ debate

Guardian reporters and editors give their verdict on how Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton responded to the major issues in this election

The Guardian - AU

More bulk billing is fine. But what the health system really needs this election is genuine reform

Worrying signs are emerging about aspects of Australia’s health system, which will require the attention of whoever wins the May election.

The Conversation

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2 Healthcare Recession-Resistant Stocks Unaffected by Tariffs

Health insurance stocks are outperforming the benchmark indices in 2025, as these two tariff-free and recession-resistant carriers are up 16% and 54%.

MarketBeat

Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health

The prime minister has talked up his personal connection to Medicare as he defends Labor's slender hold on one battleground seat.

AAP

Why Trump's China Tariffs Won't Work

Plus: A listener asks whether or not Thomas Jefferson was right.

Reason

Nancy Pelosi Torn Apart for Telling Republicans 'Hands Off Our Medicaid' Despite Years of Blocking Universal Healthcare

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is being slammed by her audience after she thanked grassroots volunteers within the Democratic Party for working towards preserving Medicaid despite refusing to hold a vote on Medicare for All legislation while she was in office.

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Americans' Retirement Readiness Gets a Bad Grade in One Area

Millions of Americans score poorly on retirement readiness due to this Achilles' heel. Are you prepared?

Kiplinger

Think your specialist is expensive? Look at what others are paying

Seeing a medical specialist can leave you with significant out-of-pocket costs. Yet political parties have not adequately addressed this in their pre-election bids.

The Conversation

Post-election tax reform is the key to reversing Australia’s growing wealth divide

Federal elections always offer the opportunity for a reset. Whoever wins the May 3 election should consider a much needed revamp of the tax system, which is no longer fit for purpose.

The Conversation

Election hits final stretch as major sweeteners pledged

Australians wanting to buy their first home and taxpayers looking for cost of living reprieve have become the centrepiece of the major parties' pitches.

AAP

Could You Retire at 59½? Five Considerations

While some people think they should wait until they're 65 or older to retire, retiring at 59½ could be one of the best decisions for your quality of life.

Kiplinger

Afternoon Update Election 2025: Labor’s clean car policy in the crosshairs; Dutton alleged to be target of terror plot; and a campaign Easter egg

Albanese says Coalition’s move would contradict its push to lower fuel costs for motorists

The Guardian - AU

Experts debunk Liberal's inflation claim against Labor

Experts have called out a claim made in a Liberal Party election campaign advertisement about inflation in Australia under Labor.

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Albanese pressed on plan to buy back Port of Darwin

The prime minister says compulsory acquisition is on the table to wrest back control of the Port of Darwin in the Top End and return it to Australian hands.

The Guardian - US

Dr Oz tells federal health workers AI could replace frontline doctors

Former TV doctor who leads $1.5tn Medicare and Medicaid agency also says staff have ‘patriotic duty’ to stay healthy

Barchart

Alignment Healthcare Hits 54th 52-Week High: Does It Have What It Takes to Keep Winning?

Alignment Healthcare was among only seven Nasdaq stocks to hit a 52-week high Tuesday. With the S&P 500 on the precipice of a bear market, it’s hard to imagine ALHC maintains momentum. Here’s why it could.

MarketBeat

3 Health Insurance Stocks Holding Green in Market Turmoil

Three healthcare stocks have defied trends, rising amid the steep market sell-off. Trump's Medicaid and Medicare comments contributed positively to these names.

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4 Key Takeaways From The First Dutton Vs Albo Debate, From Clapbacks To That Awkward Tweet

The only gas policy that the Coalition has is the gaslighting of the Australian public,” said the PM in one of the more entertaining moments of the evening.

The Conversation

No major gaffes and no knockout punch: the first leaders’ debate was a pedestrian affair

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have faced off in the first leaders’ debate of the 2025 federal election. The debate, hosted by Sky News and The Daily Telegraph, was held at the Wenty Leagues Club in Sydney’s western suburbs, where an audience of 100 undecided voters…

The Conversation

Labor’s $1 billion for mental health is good news for young people in particular – but leaves some gaps

The Labor government has announced it would invest A$1 billion in mental health if re-elected to provide more Australians – particularly young people – with “free, public mental health care”.

The Guardian - AU

Ruston dismisses ‘ridiculous’ claims that NSW division out to roll Dutton – as it happened

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Fortune

Medicare Advantage's diagnosing tactics made insurers like UnitedHealthGroup $33 billion richer

Medicare Advantage plans are paid more for sicker members and less for healthier members, which provides an incentive for MA plans to report as many diagnoses as legitimately possible.

AAP

PM accused of 'condemning young people' at health pitch

A protester has heckled the prime minister over the government's record on climate change while he was announcing big spending plans for youth mental health.

Roll Call

Budget plan with dueling tax, spending targets OK'd in Senate - Roll Call

The Senate adopted a fiscal 2025 budget blueprint early Saturday along party lines after a debate that began the night before, teeing up the House for a climactic final vote next week.

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