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Australian Stock Exchange Expected to Open Lower After Wall Street Drop

First article: 22 mar. 2026, 22:05 | Last update: 22 mar. 2026, 22:05 | 1 source | 1 article

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The ASX is bracing for a downturn as it responds to a turbulent night on Wall Street, where major indices experienced notable losses. Rising oil prices are compounding the negative sentiment, adding to concerns about inflation and economic growth. Investors are likely to react cautiously, potentially leading to a sell-off in early trading.

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Live: ASX set to tumble after another brutal night on Wall Street, oil keeps rising Foto: ABC Australia
ABC Australia 22 mar. 2026, 22:05 (3 hours ago)

Live: ASX set to tumble after another brutal night on Wall Street, oil keeps rising

The prospect of the Middle East war dragging on led Wall Street to fall sharply and oil prices keep rising. The ASX is poised for another sell-off today. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 

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