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Weekly economic and market update – US shares at record high on TACO; Aust shares lagging on bigger stagflation/RBA worries; Strait of Hormuz needs to reopen soon to avoid recession; RBA leaning to hike in May

17 Apr 2026 - Hopes for Iran Peace Propel Global Markets While Local Concerns Weigh on ASX Performance

ASX Stumbles as Banks Drag, Zip Soars

17 Apr 2026 - Market downturn sees IAG deal face scrutiny, while refinery fire supply is assured.

Global Markets Underestimate Macroeconomic Shifts

17 Apr 2026 - Depleted pandemic savings and private credit stress reshape the economic outlook.

Elanor Investors Group Finalises $125 Million Recapitalisation, Seeks ASX Trading Resumption

17 Apr 2026 - Strategic partnership with Rockworth Capital Partners bolsters balance sheet and future growth plans.

Insignia Financial (ASX: IFL) Scheme of Arrangement Now Legally Effective

17 Apr 2026 - Federal Court Approval Paves Way for Daintree BidCo Acquisition, Shares to Suspend

Daily Special: AuKing Mining, Orthocell, American Uranium

17 Apr 2026 - ASX edges lower as banks and miners retreat ahead of weekend

AuKing Mining to Acquire High-Grade Tundulu Rare Earths Project in Malawi

17 Apr 2026 - Strategic acquisition backed by $3 million capital raise targets significant critical minerals expansion in emerging district.

Tusker Minerals Divests Tundulu REE Project for $5.55 Million, Enhancing Funding and Strategic Focus

17 Apr 2026 - ASX: TSK strengthens balance sheet and redirects capital to core rutile and heavy mineral sands assets while retaining exposure to rare earth markets.

AuKing Mining to Acquire High-Grade Rare Earths Project in Malawi Amidst Strategic Placement

17 Apr 2026 - ASX-listed explorer expands critical minerals portfolio through Tundulu acquisition and A$3 million capital raising.

Tusker Minerals Announces Bonus Loyalty Options Offer

17 Apr 2026 - African-focused explorer to reward eligible shareholders with nil-priced options.

Tusker Minerals Announces Bonus Loyalty Options Issue to Shareholders

17 Apr 2026 - ASX Explorer to Distribute Over 15 Million Options at Nil Issue Price

Australian Super Fund Ramps Up Trading

17 Apr 2026 - Australian Retirement Trust triples bond and equity trades amidst global market volatility from Middle East conflict.

Meridian Energy Reports Strong March Quarter with Retail Sales Growth and Favourable Hydro Storage

17 Apr 2026 - ASX forward prices decline amid renewable investment, while company revises FY26 capital expenditure guidance.

Tech drives record highs on Wall Street as easing tensions fuel AI-led surge

17 Apr 2026 - Easing Geopolitical Tensions Fuel AI-Led Bull Market as Nasdaq Extends Gains

New Zealand King Salmon Boosts FY26 Earnings Guidance on Strong Summer Performance

17 Apr 2026 - Improved fish performance, lower mortality, and increased harvest volumes drive a significant upgrade in profit expectations for the aquaculture firm.

European Banks Face Crypto Disruption Risk

17 Apr 2026 - Report warns major lenders risk revenue loss as firms eye digital money.

ECB Holds Firm Amidst Inflationary Pressures

17 Apr 2026 - European Central Bank policymakers exercise caution on rate hikes despite emerging inflation risks.

US to Confront Mexico Offshoring in Trade Talks

17 Apr 2026 - U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer targets stricter USMCA rules amid persistent business relocation to Mexico.

U.S. Bancorp’s Q1 Profit Surges on Strong Lending

17 Apr 2026 - Higher interest income and robust fee revenue underpin significant first-quarter earnings growth.

EU Boosts Ukraine Aid with Billions in Funding

17 Apr 2026 - Bloc confirms major loans after reforms and Hungarian election shift, addressing financing gaps.

Kering’s Luxury Strategy Faces Scrutiny

17 Apr 2026 - Gucci owner's new operational targets and turnaround plan for its flagship brand disappoint investors.

Zum Secures $100 Million Investment from TPG’s Rise Fund

17 Apr 2026 - TPG's impact investing arm backs student transportation company, valuing it at $1.7 billion.

Global Markets Surge on Earnings, Geopolitical Hopes

17 Apr 2026 - Stocks hit record highs as US-Iran talks progress and corporate results impress investors.

ECB Urged to Exercise Calm on Inflation

17 Apr 2026 - Finnish Central Bank Chief Olli Rehn cautions against hasty decisions amid surging euro zone prices.

Spanish Finance Minister Urges Greater EU Joint Debt

17 Apr 2026 - Carlos Cuerpo advocates for consolidated borrowing to save billions and fund crucial investment.