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US stocks rise and oil prices trim gains on hopes for ceasefire
Wall Street rose as oil trimmed earlier gains, with hopes for a ceasefire in the Middle East helping steady nerves.
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
Oil plunges below $US95 as Wall Street surges as part of a worldwide stock markets rally
Wall Street surged after oil prices plunged as Donald Trump stepped back from threats to escalate the Iran conflict, easing fears of a broader disr...
9 April 2026
Kiwis keep rates on hold despite inflation threat
The RBNZ has kept rates on hold, prioritising supporting a weak economy even as inflation pressures build in New Zealand.
8 April 2026
US stocks swing to a tiny gain ahead of 11th hour ceasefire agreement
Wall Street finished mixed after a volatile session, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq edging higher before news of a two-week Middle East ceasefire broke.
8 April 2026
Best day in a year as Aussie shares surge on Iran truce
Aussie shares posted their best day in about a year after a US-Iran ceasefire eased oil fears and lifted investor confidence.
8 April 2026