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Australian shares fade for third day, gold stocks rally
Raw materials was the only winner among the 11 ASX sectors, rising as gold stocks surged.
17 December 2025
Budget update shows Australia’s deficit narrowing as economy strengthens
The Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) shows a smaller deficit and improved debt outlook, but inflation and spending pressures remain.
17 December 2025
European Union set to drop 2035 combustion engine ban
The European Commission is proposing reversing a ban on new combustion-engine vehicles from 2035 after pressure from car makers.
17 December 2025
Wheat prices soften on record supply but 2026 risks could shift the market
There’s plenty of grain moving through global supply chains right now, but CommBank Agricultural Economist Dennis Voznesenski says a few risks on t...
16 December 2025
RBA expected to raise interest rates in February: CBA economists
Faster growth and stubborn price pressures mean a small rate rise may be coming early in the new year, CBA economists say.
16 December 2025
Budget update to reveal Australia's fiscal fortunes
The federal treasurer says he's booked another $20 billion in savings in the budget update.
15 December 2025
