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The ASX 200 finished Friday at 8,828.7, falling 0.92% on the day but still delivering a strong 1.52% gain across the week. The late weakness…

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The fund owns the globe, but Australia still drives the portfolio.

Labor’s Partial CGT Backflip: Who Really Won From Today’s Retreat?

The Albanese government has softened parts of its capital gains tax reform package, but the broader direction of policy remains…

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The United Arab Emirates has made one of the most significant oil policy moves in years by stepping away from…

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CSLR Reform Push: A System Facing Reset

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Lithium Shock: Why AI Energy Storage Is Reshaping the Market in 2026

Lithium has stormed into 2026 with its strongest rally in more than two years, blindsiding hedge funds and lighting a…

US Iran Peace Deal Could Reset Markets, ASX Stocks to Watch

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