Sigma share price surges on merger news
The ASX has closed flat but the big news is the surge in Sigma Healthcare’s share price on continued merger news with Chemist Warehouse Group.
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ASX on three-day winning streak
Ahead of key US inflation data to be released on Wednesday night, the ASX finished higher for the third day in a row, buoyed by a rise in interest rate sensitive stocks.
ASX flat as US inflation looms
A mixed session saw the local share market finish flat on Monday as a jump in energy stocks and a fall in the material sectors pulled the bourse in both directions.
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A major energy project is under investigation after workers flagged safety failures, including unhygienic worksites that lack toilets, soap and sanitiser.
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Australian dollar hits one-week low
THE Australian dollar has hit a one-week low after some negative comments on the local economy from the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Australian dollar lower
THE Australian dollar is slightly lower as worries over Iraq and Russia dampen market sentiment.
Australian dollar lower
THE Australian dollar is slightly lower, weighed down by profit taking and a lower iron ore price.
Australian dollar extends gains
THE Australian dollar has hit a one month high, extending its gains after the release of solid employment figures.
$A higher after NZ rate hike
THE Australian dollar rose above 94 US cents after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand increased its cash rate.
Australian dollar hits four week high after better data
THE Australian dollar hit a four-week high against the US dollar, helped by positive business confidence data and a recent run of good Chinese economic figures.
Australian dollar boosted
THE Australian dollar is higher, helped by encouraging signs for the Chinese economy.
Australian dollar rallies
THE Australian dollar has jumped after the European Central Bank lowered one of its key interest rates into negative territory for the first time.
Australian dollar boosted
THE Australian dollar has continued to rise on surprisingly strong economic growth figures.
Australian dollar drifts lower following RBA rally
THE Australian dollar has drifted lower after getting a boost on Tuesday from the Reserve Bank’s monthly statement.
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