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Economy

ASX 200 drops as soaring oil prices rattle global markets

| Aaron Teboneras

Renewed global tensions push the ASX 200 lower on Monday.

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Economy

Could the RBA start cutting interest rates sooner than expected?

| Aaron Teboneras

Westpac has changed its outlook for interest rates.

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Economy

ASX 200 snaps its losing streak as miners and banks rally

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is finally back in positive territory.

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Economy

Is the ASX 200 heading for a third straight fall as oil prices jump?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is on track for another session in the red.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is sliding towards a 4-week low today

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is sliding as global market worries return.

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Economy

ASX 200 slips again: Why the market can't follow Wall Street higher

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is slipping despite a strong Wall Street lead.

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Economy

ASX 200 slips as Friday's rally fades

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 slips as Friday’s rebound loses steam.

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Economy

ASX 200 claws back early losses as bank shares jump

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is fighting back after an early sell-off.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is sliding on the first day of FY27

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is sliding despite a stronger Wall Street lead.

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Economy

ASX 200 rebounds as Middle East fears cool

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX shares are pushing higher as global tensions ease.

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Economy

ASX 200 drops again as investors dump banks and miners

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 slips as investors watch jobs data.

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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX shares or paying off a mortgage? Here's what the inflation rate means for RBA interest rate hikes

| Bernd Struben

How can Australia’s inflation rate be rising and falling at the same time?

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Economy

US chip stocks were smashed overnight. So why are ASX tech shares rising?

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX tech shares are bouncing as US chip stocks tumble.

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ASX Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 jumping on the latest inflation data?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors appear pleased with the latest ABS inflation print. But why?

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 stuck in the red today?

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 edges lower as resources and tech fall.

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Economy

ASX 200 stuck in the red as investors wait for US lead

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 slips as investors wait for Wall Street.

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Economy

Why has the ASX 200 given up its early rebound today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 has slipped after briefly moving higher.

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 hitting a fresh 2 month high today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is closing in on the 9,000 point mark.

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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX shares? Here's when to expect the first RBA interest rate cuts

| Bernd Struben

The RBA opted to keep interest rates on hold at 4.35%. When can investors expect to see the central bank…

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 jumps back into the green as RBA keeps interest rates on hold

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are favouring their buy buttons following the latest RBA interest rate announcement.

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 falling despite a huge Wall Street rally?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 has failed to follow Wall Street higher.

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Economy

Oil prices are collapsing again. How low could they go?

| Aaron Teboneras

Crude could have further to fall as supply returns.

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Economy

ASX 200 rockets to a 2-month high as investors pile back in

| Aaron Teboneras

Miners and banks drive the ASX 200 higher.

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 surging nearly 2% today?

| Aaron Teboneras

Most ASX sectors are rising as the index approaches recent highs.

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Economy

Could the RBA really cut interest rates next?

| Aaron Teboneras

Rate forecasts are shifting as Australia’s economy begins losing momentum.

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Economy

Oil prices are falling again. Here's what is driving the drop

| Aaron Teboneras

Oil retreats as traders react to Iran and weaker demand.

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Economy

Why the RBA's decision next week could be the most important event for ASX shares in 2026

| Mark Verhoeven

The RBA meets next week. Here's why the decision could be the most important event of the year for these…

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Economy

ASX 200 slips as oil shock puts investors on edge

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is lower as Wall Street weakness hits sentiment.

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Economy

Could oil really hit US$150 a barrel?

| Aaron Teboneras

Oil prices jump as US-Iran tensions put US$150 in focus.

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Economy

Here's why the ASX 200 is falling despite a sea of green

| Aaron Teboneras

Big miners and banks are dragging on the ASX 200 today.

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 falling when so many stocks are rising?

| Aaron Teboneras

Big miners and banks are pulling the ASX 200 lower.

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Economy

Why is the ASX 200 being smashed today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 has lost momentum after reaching recent highs.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is rallying despite a weaker growth warning

| Aaron Teboneras

Resources lead the ASX 200 higher today.

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Economy

Why the RBA's next move could be the most important event for ASX shares in 2026

| Mark Verhoeven

The RBA meets on 16 June. Here is why the decision could move CBA, Westpac, and Mirvac shares more than…

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Economy

Australia's minimum wage just rose 4.75%. Here is what it means for ASX consumer stocks

| Mark Verhoeven

Australia's minimum wage rose 4.75% to $26.44 per hour from July 2026. Here's what that means for ASX consumer stocks.

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Economy

Why's the ASX 200 falling today despite another tech rally?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is having a choppy session.

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Economy

Job ads rose for the first time in three months. Here is why that is good news for these ASX shares

| Mark Verhoeven

Australian job ads rose 1.8% in May for the first time in three months.

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Economy

ASX 200 storms higher as investors pile back into miners

| Aaron Teboneras

Resources stocks lead as the ASX 200 pushes higher.

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Economy

Investors are celebrating yesterday's inflation news. Here's how it might impact ASX financial stocks

| Mark Verhoeven

Australia's April CPI surprised to the downside, lifting ASX financial stocks. Here's why the ASX inflation picture is more complex…

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Economy

ASX 200 rises as inflation surprise leaves investors with one big question

| Aaron Teboneras

Investors are buying again, but the RBA question remains.

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