Australia's stock market gains amid Middle East peace talks and inflation data
The Australian S&P/ASX 200 index rose 1.6 percent to 8,731 points this week, driven by ongoing Middle East peace negotiations and fresh inflation data that reinforce expectations the Reserve Bank will hold interest rates steady in June. Gold has entered bear market territory, while analysts warn oil prices could rise significantly. The gains reflect market confidence in the central bank's monetary policy stance amid global economic uncertainty.
Verified
- ✓Australian S&P/ASX 200 index gained 1.6 percent to 8,731 points. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓The index gained 0.86 percent over five days. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓Middle East peace negotiations are ongoing. (Source: ABC News Australia)
- ✓Fresh inflation data released this week. (Source: ABC News Australia)
Interpretation
- ~Inflation data has 'cemented market views' that the Reserve Bank will hold rates in June. (ABC News Australia characterization of market sentiment)
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- May 29, 2026 at 7:13 AM PDT
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