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A snapshot of the latest market updates from our Economic Services team.- 05 Jun 2026 Daily Report 5 June 2026US stocks bounced back overnight, while oil prices fell, in reaction to reports that Israel and Lebanon have reached a ceasefire agreement. However, this morning brought news that the militant group Hezbollah, which is one of the parties fighting in southern Lebanon, rejected the deal.
- 05 Jun 2026 Market WATCh Weekly 5 June 2026In Australia, GDP growth in Q1 disappointed a little, while the current account deficit widened to a record level. Dwelling approvals fell for the second month in a row in April, while a strong rise in exports pushed the trade balance back into surplus and credit growth remained resilient.
- 02 Jun 2026 AUD Monthly May 2026The Australian dollar continued to be driven by news around a potential US-Iran ceasefire extension and changing expectations for RBA cash rate hikes, before closing the month marginally lower.
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