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Market wrap

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 24 MAR 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open slightly firmer after yesterday's sharp falls, although weaker oil and base metal prices could weigh on the local bourse.

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AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 23 MAR 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open weaker as a poor lead from the US markets sets the tone for the local bourse.

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AAP  |  TUESDAY, 22 MAR 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open firmer despite a weak lead from the US as the resources sector continues to be the focus for the market.

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AAP  |  MONDAY, 21 MAR 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open slightly weaker as a mixed session in the US provides little direction for the local bourse.

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AAP  |  FRIDAY, 18 MAR 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open higher, on the back of a rise in the oil prices, which is expected to help resources stocks. Although a fall in base metal prices could weigh on the market.

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AAP  |  THURSDAY, 17 MAR 2005
Australian shares are expected to head lower this morning following heavy falls in the US overnight in the wake of a spike in oil futures.

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AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 16 MAR 2005
Australian stocks are expected to open lower, following a downward trend on US markets overnight.

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AAP  |  TUESDAY, 15 MAR 2005
Australian shares are expected to continue yesterday's upward momentum today, helped by strength in US stocks overnight despite higher oil prices.

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AAP  |  MONDAY, 14 MAR 2005
Australian shares are expected to open lower in the wake of falls on the US market last Friday, while an absence of local data this week should direct attention to events overseas.

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AAP  |  FRIDAY, 11 MAR 2005
Australian shares are expected to open higher, helped by a recovery in US stocks overnight in the wake of a drop in oil prices.