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Economy

How much further will house prices fall, according to AMP's chief economist?

There's no good news around house values for the foreseeable future.

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Economy

Inflation jumps back to 4%. Are more interest rate hikes coming?

Another inflation increase has put the RBA back in focus.

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 slips as RBA boosts interest rates to 15-year highs

ASX investors and mortgage holders are now eyeing the highest interest rates in 15 years.

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Economy

Oil prices rise again as Middle East uncertainty keeps traders guessing

Oil prices are back on the move.

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Economy

Oil prices surge as Trump rejects Iran peace deal. What's next?

Could oil prices be heading for another major move?

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Economy

Australia's recession risk hits 50% as RBA prepares to lift rates

Could further RBA rate hikes push the economy too far?

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Economy

Could two more RBA rate hikes push Australia into recession?

One economist has issued a warning about our economic outlook.

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Economy

Unemployment hits 4.6%. Could the RBA hold off on another rate hike?

The RBA has plenty to consider ahead of next week's meeting.

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Economy

Oil prices are climbing again. Could Brent crude hit US$110?

Oil prices are rising again.

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Economy

ASX 200 claws back its early losses. What's moving the market?

The market has bounced back after a shaky start.

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Economy

Coal is still the king of global power. Here's why

Coal demand is heading for another record year.

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Economy

Saudi oil crisis is about to hit Europe, could Australia be next?

Could Australia be next to feel the impact?

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ASX Share Market News

Brace for impact! Why Citi forecasts 2 more RBA interest rate hikes in 2026

ASX investors and mortgage holders should be prepared for more RBA interest rate hikes in 2026. Here’s why.

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Economy

Could oil stay near US$100? Goldman Sachs just changed its forecast

Oil prices have jumped, but where could they go next?

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Economy

Which ASX shares win when the Aussie dollar is strong?

One importer wins, one exporter pays.

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Economy

Australian bond yields are back at 2011 levels. What does this mean for ASX shares?

The discount rate just moved against long-duration assets.

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Economy

Australia's economy just grew faster than expected. What does this mean for ASX shares?

Stronger growth, higher rates, mixed news for investors.

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Economy

Could the RBA really hike interest rates again this month?

Another rate move is back in focus.

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Economy

Home values just fell for a fifth straight month. Which ASX shares are most exposed?

Five months of falls, three very different exposures.

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Economy

Could a September rate hike hurt your superannuation returns?

What a rate rise does to your balance.

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Economy

The RBA could hike rates in September. Which ASX shares are most at risk?

Banks and property carry the sharpest rate risk.

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Economy

Another RBA interest rate hike could be just weeks away. Here's what the big banks think

The chances of another rate hike is starting to climb.

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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX shares? Here's what the latest inflation data means for interest rates

Wednesday’s inflation print had ASX share investors heading for the exit. Are interest rates really going higher?

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Economy

Higher for longer? Why the ASX 200 just turned negative

The ABS knows how to ruin an ASX party.

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Economy

Inflation falls again, but could the RBA still raise interest rates?

Inflation eased again, but the RBA may not be done.

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How to invest

2 ASX 200 shares I'd buy and 2 I'd avoid amid a surging Aussie dollar

The stronger Australian dollar could help some ASX shares while holding others back.

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 eyeing new record closing high as RBA keeps interest rates on hold. Now what?

Mortgage holders and ASX investors have received the interest rate pause they were hoping for.

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Economy

The RBA meets Tuesday. Here's what that means for ASX shares

The statement may matter more than the decision.

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ASX Share Market News

Will they hold, or won't they? What experts are saying about Tuesday's RBA interest rate meeting

Leading experts sound off on what to expect at next week’s RBA interest meeting.

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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's what the June inflation print means for RBA interest rates

Will ASX investors get an interest rate reprieve from the RBA following the latest inflation figures?

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Economy

Why Wednesday's inflation print may move the RBA's next interest rate call

The last data point before August.

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Economy

ASX 200 drops as soaring oil prices rattle global markets

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?

Westpac has changed its outlook for interest rates.

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Economy

ASX 200 snaps its losing streak as miners and banks rally

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?

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

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

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

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Economy

ASX 200 slips as Friday's rally fades

ASX 200 slips as Friday’s rebound loses steam.

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Economy

ASX 200 claws back early losses as bank shares jump

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

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

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