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Australia Stocks Poised for First Monthly Drop in 6 Months
Australian shares edged up 17 points or 0.2% to 8,726 in Wednesday’s morning trade, marking a third straight gain as consumer durables, tech, and commercial services lifted sentiment. Support also came from stronger U.S. equity futures after New York Fed President John Williams’ remarks eased concerns over further rate
Worldsec posts six-month loss of US$490,000 in interim report
Worldsec Limited reported an unaudited net loss of US$490,000 for the six months ended 30 June 2026, versus a loss of US$97,000 a year earlier. The company also said it appointed Elemental Company Secretary Limited as company secretary in September 2026.
Morningstar says Collins Foods core Australian business remains resilient
Morningstar keeps its fair value estimate at A$12.50 per share and expects near-term trading for quick-service restaurant operators to stay solid.
Morningstar says Collins Foods' core Australian business remains resilient
Morningstar keeps its fair value estimate at A$12.50 per share and expects solid near-term trading for quick-service restaurant operators.
NAB says Australia cost — of — living stress hits 12 — year high in Q3 consumer survey
NAB’s Q3 2026 consumer sentiment survey flagged cost-of-living stress at a 12-year high, last seen in mid-2014. Net 81% of Australians reported higher living costs; the Consumer Stress Index rose to 60.1, above the long-run average. Households shifted budgets toward essentials, prioritizing value through provider switc
Australian shares hit over 3 — month low as oil rally revives inflation worries
Sept 24 (Reuters) — Australian shares hit a more than three-month low on Thursday, with most sectors trading in negative territory, as a sharp rise in oil prices revived concerns that inflation could stay persistent and keep monetary policy tight. The S&P/ASX 200 index was down 1.2% at 8,658.10, as of 0010 GMT. The ind
MNI EUROPEAN MARKETS ANALYSIS: USD Supported Despite Lower Oil
* Oil has continued to trend lower during Wednesday's APAC session as talks continue on the sidelines of this week's UN gathering. The fact negotiations are even taking place to facilitate Middle East energy shipments is driving optimism in markets but the situation remains very precarious. UST futures are higher, but
MNI EUROPEAN OPEN: Oil Pullback Continues
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY * TRUMP HAILS 'VERY GOOD' IRAN TALKS FOLLOWING ANNIHILATION THREAT - BBG: #cdbad0a1-5c8d-4cdb-9819-370162b99299 * ZELENSKY ASKS TRUMP FOR WINTER ARMS PACKAGE, EXPECTS ENERGY-CEASEFIRE PUSH - WSJ: #a4c79a68-e487-466b-a806-4885fa3200e0 * LASTING SHOCKS, FIRMING DEMAND REQUIRE FED ACTION - BARKIN - MNI
Australia Stocks Edge Higher
Australian shares rose 17 points or 0.2% to 8,775 on Wednesday morning, extending prior gains after Wall Street hovered near record highs overnight as oil prices eased on progress toward ending the war with Iran. Focus turned to Thursday’s summit between Trump and Xi Jinping, with hopes for signs of progress on trade d
Australian Shares Rebound as Tech Leads
Australian equities rose 37 points or 0.4% to 8,769 in early Tuesday trade, snapping two sessions of muted moves as Wall Street’s overnight rally lifted sentiment amid softer oil prices and easing U.S. Treasury yields. Optimism was also supported by prospects of Middle East talks at the UN and upcoming U.S.—China meeti
Global Markets: Nasdaq hits record high, oil slips, yields fall
The Nasdaq hit a record closing high, boosted by AI stocks, while falling oil prices and retreating Treasury yields improved risk sentiment. European shares rallied, led by banks and tech, and Asian markets were mixed, with Japan higher and China/Hong Kong up on hopes of a trade truce.
Asia morning call: global stocks, bonds, currencies and commodities
Global stocks rose, led by AI-linked tech shares, while oil fell on reports more supply was leaving the Gulf than previously thought. The note also listed closing levels for major equity, bond, currency and commodity markets.
LyondellBasell Industries Reports Q2 2026 Results: Full Earnings Call Transcript
LyondellBasell Industries (NYSE: LYB ) held its second-quarter earnings conference call on Friday. Below is the complete transcript from the call. APIs provide real-time access to earnings call transcripts and financial data. Visit to learn more. Access the full call at Summary LyondellBasell Industries reported a stro
Dollarama Q2 2027 Earnings Call: Complete Transcript
On Wednesday, Dollarama (TSX: DOL ) discussed second-quarter financial results during its earnings call. The full transcript is provided below. This content is powered APIs. For comprehensive financial data and transcripts, visit Access the full call at Summary Dollarama Inc reported a strong second quarter fiscal 2027
Australian Stocks Retreat as Wall Street Slide Hits Sentiment
Australian shares fell 53 points or 0.6% to 8,697 in Tuesday morning trade, reversing modest gains from the prior session as overnight losses on Wall Street weighed on sentiment. A sharp selloff in AI stocks followed industry warnings of risks, while surging oil briefly pushed U.S. Treasury yields to 5%. Traders also t
ASX 200 edges up to 8,737 after recent weakness
The ASX 200 ended Monday at 8,737, stabilizing after four sessions of declines.
Australia Shares Muted as Weeks Open
Australian stocks were little changed in early Monday trade, hovering near 8,737 after four straight sessions of losses. The market lingered at its weakest in almost two months last week as cost pressures and expectations of prolonged Reserve Bank tightening weighed on sentiment. Meanwhile, U.S. equity futures dropped
Australian dollar steadies around $0.72 as rally halts
The Australian dollar steadied around $0.72, halting its rally near its highest level since mid-May. Escalating Middle East tensions weighed on global risk sentiment, while hawkish RBA signals supported expectations of a near-term rate hike.
Braze Q2 2027 revenue rises 26%, raises guidance
Braze reported fiscal second-quarter revenue of $227 million, up 26% year over year, and said non-GAAP operating margin improved by more than 600 basis points. It raised third-quarter and full-year revenue guidance.
Australian shares steady near 8,910 ahead of China trade data
Australian shares steadied near 8,910 after Tuesday’s six-week low. Miners, energy and tech gained while healthcare, commercial services and financials lagged. Traders look ahead to China CPI and PPI later today.
Australian dollar hovers above $0.72 on hawkish RBA expectations
The Australian dollar hovered above $0.72 near multi-month highs as increasingly hawkish RBA signals lifted expectations for another rate hike this month. Markets price about a 69% chance of a 25-basis-point hike to 4.60% on Sept. 29.
Australian stocks slip 0.6% early Tuesday, banks and steel lead declines
Australian shares fell 55 points, or 0.6%, to 8,956 in early Tuesday trade. The move was pressured by sharp U.S. futures declines ahead of a shortened week, Middle East war worries, and Canada-U.S. trade frictions.
Australian consumer sentiment drops in September amid rates and petrol
A Westpac–Melbourne Institute survey showed Australian consumer sentiment fell sharply in September. The main index slid 5.2% as higher interest-rate fears and a rebound in fuel prices weighed on finances and the outlook.
Australia consumer sentiment falls to -5.2%
Australian consumer sentiment (actual) -5.2%, versus previous 6.0%. Forecast not provided.
Australian Consumer Sentiment
Australian Consumer Sentiment
Australian Stocks Rise 0.3% in Early Monday Trading
Australian shares add 23 points, or 0.3%, to 9,083 in early Monday trading as materials, consumer services and healthcare lead gains.
Australia stocks rise as miners and healthcare rally
Australian shares rose 31 points, or 0.4%, to 9,085 in Thursday morning trade, snapping a six-session losing streak as miners and healthcare led gains while major banks fell.
ASX 200 slips for sixth straight session to two-week low
Australian equities fall 0.3% to 9,042 in early trade for a sixth session, hitting a two-week low, as U.S. stock futures, bond rout dynamics, and higher oil prices weigh on sentiment.
Australian dollar holds above $0.71 near 10-week top
The Australian dollar stays above $0.71 near a ten-week high as a weaker US dollar and improved Australian economic sentiment support risk-sensitive currency demand.