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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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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX shares? Here's what the experts are saying about Australia's latest inflation print

| Bernd Struben

ASX shares are up on the latest Aussie inflation data. But is the party premature?

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 jumps as April's inflation print eases RBA interest rate pressures

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are celebrating the latest inflation print. But why?

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Economy

ASX 200 sinks as oil shock puts investors back on edge

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 investors are dealing with another volatile session.

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Economy

ASX 200 hits 2-week high as miners lead the charge

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX miners are doing the heavy lifting today.

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Economy

ASX 200 hits 5-day high as miners lead another rebound

| Aaron Teboneras

Resources stocks lead another strong session for the ASX 200.

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Economy

Will the RBA still hike rates after this shock jobs report?

| Aaron Teboneras

Today’s jobs shock has changed the rate hike debate.

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ASX Share Market News

What April's unemployment print means for ASX 200 investors

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating April’s unemployment numbers. But why?

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ASX Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 going gangbusters on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is leaping higher today. But why?

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Economy

ASX 200 drops to a new 7-week low as banks and miners sink

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX investors are facing another rough session.

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Economy

ASX 200 charges higher as buyers return after Monday's sell-off

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is rising as market pressure eases.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is sinking to a 7-week low today

| Aaron Teboneras

Market jitters hit our local shares.

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Economy

The ASX 200 rebound has already faded. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is struggling again.

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Economy

ASX 200 slips as weakness spreads across the board

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is sliding as investors stay selective.

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Economy

The ASX 200 just fell for a fourth straight day. Should investors be worried?

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX 200 extends its losing streak as the 'big 4' slide.

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Economy

How will the new capital gains tax affect ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

A big change to how shares are taxed was unveiled last night...

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Tax

ASX 200 sinks before tonight's budget. Are investors about to get a tax shock?

| Aaron Teboneras

Budget night has the ASX 200 trading lower today.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is being smashed today

| Aaron Teboneras

CSL’s brutal sell-off is putting heavy pressure on the ASX 200.

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Economy

The ASX 200 just suffered its biggest fall in 7 weeks. Here's what's going on

| Aaron Teboneras

Banks and miners drag the ASX 200 lower...

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Economy

The Aussie dollar just hit a 4-year high. Which ASX shares will benefit?

| Sebastian Bowen

A higher dollar impacts ASX shares in a big way.

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Economy

Why the ASX 200 is charging higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

Banks and miners help lift the ASX 200 today...

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Economy

Interest rates are back at 15-year highs. Here's what CBA expects now

| Bernd Struben

Following Tuesday’s RBA interest rate hike, CBA sheds light on what ASX investors can expect next.

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