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US stocks rally, returning to where they were before the US-Iran war
US stocks rallied and recovered the last of their losses caused so far by the US-Iran war, as hope remains on Wall Street that the global economy c...
14 April 2026
Oil prices rise after the US says it would block Iranian ports
Oil prices have jumped after the US said it would blockade Iranian ports from Monday, raising fresh fears about global energy supply and the econom...
13 April 2026
Why are people talking about stagflation again, and what does it mean anyway?
It was invented in the 1960s and is closely linked to the 1970s. So why is the word ‘stagflation’ suddenly back in use, and what does it actually m...
13 April 2026
Wages, jobs hold steady despite rising inflation, CBA data shows
The jobs and pay outlook for Australian workers remains resilient despite the turmoil in the Middle East and sticky inflation at home, according to...
13 April 2026
What you need to know about Middle East conflict and higher oil prices, even if you don’t own a car
Oil prices can affect everyday Australians far beyond what it costs to fill up your car. Why are they so important to the economy?
10 April 2026
ASX has best week since 2022 despite ceasefire strain
Despite Friday’s dip, Australian shares posted their strongest weekly gain since October 2022 as easing Middle East tensions lifted sentiment.
10 April 2026