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A snapshot of the latest market updates from our Economic Services team.- 13 Oct 2026 Daily Report 13 October 2026US equities were mostly higher overnight; however, weakness in semiconductor, Amazon and Tesla shares saw the S&P 500 close marginally lower. The Philadelphia Stock Exchange Semiconductor Index fell 2.7%, its fourth consecutive decline, as concerns persisted over elevated valuations, revenue prospects and competition from China.
- 09 Oct 2026 Market WATCh Weekly 9 October 2026In Australia, Westpac consumer confidence saw another significant decline in October, reaching the lowest level in six months. The Melbourne Institute inflation gauge suggested that price growth stabilised at an elevated level in September, while Melbourne Institute inflation expectations picked up in October but remained well below their April highs.
- 09 Oct 2026 Monthly Highlights September 2026The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.60% in September. The 2025-26 WA Annual Report on State Finances reported a surplus of A$4.2b and net debt of A$33.4b. The Perth CPI rose by 0.6% in August, lifting the annual inflation rate to 4.3%.
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