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RBA Holds Cash Rate but Signals Rate Hike Could Arrive Next Year
December 09, 2025 07:01 PM AEDT| By SamRBA holds cash rate steady amid inflation and strong domestic demand, signaling cautious stance and potential future hike for ASX investors.
ASX 200 Closes Lower as Bapcor Sinks on Guidance Reset
December 09, 2025 05:56 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian shares closed lower with every sector in the red, led by technology, healthcare and energy. Bapcor slumped on a guidance reset, while deal updates and executive moves shaped mixed stock performance.
ASX 200 Slips After RBA Hold as Energy and IT Lead Falls
December 09, 2025 05:50 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian shares edged lower after the RBA held rates steady and maintained a cautious, data-driven outlook. Energy and IT led declines, with broad weakness across sectors and the Australian dollar remaining firm.
ASX 200 Closes Lower as Tech, Health Weigh on Sentiment
December 09, 2025 05:46 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian shares closed lower as technology and healthcare pressured the ASX 200 and market breadth remained negative. Defence-linked gainers stood out, while rare earths and retail names eased in cautious trade.
ASX 200: Market Close as Gold, Tech and Health Drag Shares
December 09, 2025 05:43 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian shares ended lower as gold, technology and healthcare pressured the benchmark and decliners outnumbered advancers. Select defence-linked names rose, while volatility edged higher in a cautious session.
ASX 200: Closing Bell as RBA Keeps Hikes on the Table
December 09, 2025 05:40 PM AEDT| By SamThe ASX 200 reversed from early gains to a weaker close as the RBA held rates but reinforced inflation vigilance. Technology and healthcare lagged, while selective lithium and defence names held firmer.
ASX 200: RBA Hold Sparks Fresh Rate Watch as Shares Slip
December 09, 2025 05:34 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaThe ASX 200 eased again after the RBA held rates steady but emphasised renewed inflation pressure. Investors are now watching upcoming labour and inflation data, while energy stocks softened alongside weaker crude.
ASX 200: Vertex Activates Remote Loader at Reward Gold Mine
December 09, 2025 05:18 PM AEDT| By SamVertex has connected tele-remote controls to an underground loader at the Reward Gold Mine and commenced remote ore loading. The company is also progressing development across multiple declines within the Hill End Project.
ASX 200: Ardea DFS Path Sharpens for Kalgoorlie Nickel Plan
December 09, 2025 05:09 PM AEDT| By SamArdea is advancing a DFS for the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project with a simplified processing approach and renewed major project status supporting approvals engagement. Next focus areas include DFS delivery and regulatory progress.
Market Outlook as Bond Moves and RBA Decision Steer ASX Direction
December 09, 2025 03:46 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian markets face heightened tension as bond movements intensify and major central-bank events approach. This article explores sector reactions, global signals and key developments shaping today’s ASX landscape.
US Market Strength Outshines ASX Again — What Comes Next?
December 09, 2025 03:39 PM AEDT| By SamUS equities continue to lead global markets, raising questions about long-term positioning as technology expansion and policy stability influence broader market performance.
RBA Holds Cash Rate Steady as Inflation Risk Stays in Focus
December 09, 2025 02:52 PM AEDT| By SamThe RBA left the cash rate unchanged as expected, keeping a cautious stance after recent inflation surprises. Attention now turns to inflation and demand data that will guide the next policy move.
Mining & Biotech Momentum: Key Moves Shaping ASX Growth
December 09, 2025 01:00 PM AEDT| By SamThis article explores strategic updates from Race Oncology, Solis Minerals, and Nexus Minerals, highlighting shifts within biotech and mining developments that contribute to wider activity across the Australian market.
ASX 300 Gold Explorer Gains Attention as Rogozna Activity Accelerates
December 09, 2025 12:54 PM AEDT| By SamThis article explores growing attention around Strickland Metals (ASX:STK), its Rogozna Project developments, new discoveries, and the broader appeal of gold-focused ASX mining stocks.
Government Policies Deepen Australia’s Housing Affordability Divide
December 09, 2025 11:18 AM AEDT| By SamAustralia faces an intensifying housing affordability challenge as government schemes stimulate demand faster than supply can keep up, reshaping access to home ownership.
ASX Outlook Steadies as Global Bond Moves Shape Local Sentiment
December 09, 2025 10:37 AM AEDT| By SamAn in-depth look at ASX market sentiment as bond yields shift, global events build momentum, and the RBA prepares its final policy call for the year.
NGK Expands Wafer Capacity as AI Shapes Next-Gen Chipmaking
December 08, 2025 07:09 PM AEDT| By SamA detailed look at how NGK is scaling its ceramic wafer production to support the fast-evolving semiconductor landscape influenced by AI and chiplet integration.
ASX Slips as Rate Fears Rise, While Lithium Leads the Gains
December 08, 2025 06:59 PM AEDT| By SamAustralian shares edged lower as traders leaned toward the possibility of future rate hikes. Telecom and lithium stocks were brighter spots, while investors stayed cautious ahead of the RBA decision.
Evening Wrap: Lithium Lifts While Big Miners Weigh on the Market
December 08, 2025 06:43 PM AEDT| By SamThe market finished slightly lower as heavyweight miners softened, but lithium names pushed higher on improved sector sentiment. The session highlighted rotation, with selective strength offset by resources drag.
Cochlear and JB Hi-Fi: Key Stocks Shaping ASX Investment Trends
December 08, 2025 06:06 PM AEDT| By SamThis article explores Cochlear (ASX:COH) and JB Hi-Fi (ASX:JBH) shares, highlighting innovation, retail strategies, and their impact on the ASX stock market for investors.
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