Australia stocks lower at close of trade; S&P/ASX 200 down 0.33%

Apec role is important for a challenged global economy, China minister says www.marketscreener.com

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Vacancies fell particularly sharply across the construction sector, suggesting Britain’s builders cut back on hiring last summer. The ONS reports: Vacancy estimates decreased on the quarter, with early estimates for July to September 2026 suggesting a decrease of 21,000 (2.9%) vacancies to 691,000, compared with April to June 2026; this is the first time the total has been below 700,000 since February to April 2021. Vacancy estimates dec

Aussies seeking investment reassurance as global concerns deepen InvestorDaily

German producer prices climb 6.7% in September, above forecasts....