AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoASX Watch: The ASX 200 slipped 0.23% to 8,605.4 as miners and energy stocks weighed, while banks and parts of tech held up amid cautious global sentiment and RBA rate expectations. Consumer Pressure: Westpac and the Melbourne Institute put June consumer sentiment at 80.6, among the weakest in 50 years, with households deeply pessimistic about the Budget and finances. Rates & Housing: New ABS data shows dwelling values still rising (up 2.5% in the March quarter to $12.77tn), even as recession fears and rate pressure build. Big Tech & Policy: Meta is pushing back on Australia’s proposed news levy, arguing it breaches trade commitments, as regulators worldwide tighten scrutiny of online platforms. First Nations Finance: ANZ is investing in a two-year First Nations Foundation partnership to expand culturally grounded financial education and support hundreds more people. Energy Security Angle: A push for Australia to “shape the shifting global energy order” highlights looming gas supply risks and the need for a faster, smarter transition. Mining & Resources: Horizon Gold reported high-grade gold intercepts from RC drilling at its Gum Creek project, supporting growth beyond the current mine plan. Home & Risk: Perth pest firm Bug Busters marks 40 years and warns winter is a key termite expansion period, not a quiet season.
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