March 2026

Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a substantial decline in dwelling approvals for January 2026, falling 7.2 per cent to 14,564. This follows a 14.9 per cent decrease recorded in December, signalling a concerning trend in the housing sector. The figures highlight a growing disparity between housing supply and demand, particularly when viewed against Australia’s

Amundi, a major European asset manager, has stated that the recent spike in oil and gas prices stemming from the Iran crisis is likely a temporary shock with limited consequences for global economic growth and inflation. Amundi is one of the world’s leading asset management companies, offering a range of investment solutions to individuals, institutions

Japan’s Nikkei 225 experienced a significant rally, climbing nearly 3 per cent as investors returned to Asian equities. The surge follows comments from US President Donald Trump hinting at a possible de-escalation of tensions with Iran, boosting market confidence. The Nikkei 225 was last up 2.9 per cent, a substantial increase of 1532.54 points, reaching

The Australian sharemarket has bounced back, recovering approximately $50 billion in value after Monday’s substantial $90 billion wipeout. Energy stocks were notably dumped as oil prices stabilised around $US90 per barrel, following a surge towards $120. Fortescue completed its acquisition of Alta, while Air New Zealand withdrew its earnings guidance due to the ongoing Middle

MiniMed (MMED.O), Medtronic’s diabetes business, experienced a rocky start on the Nasdaq, with shares opening 4.8% below their offer price on Friday. The debut valued the company at $5.35 billion, as market volatility continues to impact new listings. MiniMed was founded in 1983 with a goal to make diabetes care wearable and consumer-focused. Medtronic acquired

Robinhood (HOOD.O) debuted its $658.4 million venture fund on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, providing retail investors rare access to investments in privately held technology companies. The fund, trading under the ticker ‘RVI’, includes investments in companies such as software startup Databricks, fintech Ramp, and financial services firm Revolut. Robinhood is a financial

European private equity group CVC Capital Partners is reportedly considering acquiring a stake in the state-owned Belgian bank Belfius. This move comes as the Belgian government plans to sell between 20% and 30% of the bank. The sale is part of a broader initiative to raise funds for increased defence spending, aligning with NATO’s defence

European private equity group CVC Capital Partners is reportedly considering acquiring a stake in the state-owned Belgian bank Belfius. This move comes as the Belgian government plans to sell between 20% and 30% of the bank. The sale is part of a broader initiative to raise funds for increased defence spending, aligning with NATO’s defence

MiniMed (MMED.O), Medtronic’s diabetes business, experienced a rocky start on the Nasdaq, with shares opening 4.8% below their offer price on Friday. The debut valued the company at $5.35 billion, as market volatility continues to impact new listings. MiniMed was founded in 1983 with a goal to make diabetes care wearable and consumer-focused. Medtronic acquired