The Latest Breaking News from ASX

ASX vows reform after placing 'investors over markets'

A final report on exchange operator ASX has noted its defensive culture and favouring of shareholder returns over resilient technology platforms for investors.

AAP · Apr 2

Shares dip, oil soars after Trump ramps up Iran threats

Australia's share market has dipped ahead of the long weekend after hopes of a timely end to the Iran conflict crumbled under US threats to escalate attacks.

AAP · Apr 2

Shares surge on hopes of US Iran exit but risks remain

Hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East war have reinvigorated investor sentiment and boosted markets, but details from the US administration have been scant.

AAP · Apr 1

Australian Shares Close Lower as ASX 200 Falls 0.82% to 8,428 on Mining Weakness

The Australian share market extended its recent losses Friday, March 20, 2026, with the benchmark S&P/ASX 200 index declining 69.4 points or 0.82% to close at 8,428.40 — its lowest finish in four months and marking a third straight weekly drop amid persistent Middle East tensions and commodity price pressure.

International Business Times · Mar 21

Four in Five Aussies Would Ditch Points for Cashback Cards: MONEYME and YouGov Survey Finds

ASX-listed non-bank digital lender MONEYME has launched its new Cashback Rewards Credit Card, following research indicating a decisive shift in consumer preferences

inkl · Mar 17

Denying workers meal breaks - did somebody say KFC?

A long-running class action brought by KFC workers alleging they were denied payments for breaks has been settled for $28.8 million.

AAP · Mar 16

Kiis FM banned from airing strong sexual content on Kyle and Jackie O shows for five years

Kiis FM could face cancellation of radio station licence if ban breached, regulator says

The Guardian - AU · Mar 16

Biotech shares plunge after lung cancer drug's failure

An ASX biotech formerly worth over $500 million has lost most of its value after its drug failed to treat lung cancer effectively.

AAP · Mar 13

More than $200b evaporates from Aussie market since war

The Middle East war continues to wreak havoc on equities as surging oil prices hammer global growth hopes and light a match under inflation expectations.

AAP · Mar 13

Kyle Sandilands apologises to former co-host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson and says he wants program back on air

Kiis FM radio host accuses ARN of not running ‘genuine process’ before terminating Henderson’s contract and suspending him following pair’s on-air fight

The Guardian - AU · Mar 10