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Market wrap

AAP  |  FRIDAY, 25 FEB 2005
In Sydney today the Australian share market is expected to open firmer, although recent weakness tied to profit taking could also emerge as the earnings season draws to a close.

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AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 23 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open sharply lower today as weaker global stock markets set a negative tone for the local bourse.

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AAP  |  TUESDAY, 22 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open firmer today, although a lack of an offshore lead will place greater emphasis on local earnings reports.

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AAP  |  MONDAY, 21 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open weaker as mild gains in the US market are unlikely to offset expectations of higher interest rates.

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AAP  |  FRIDAY, 18 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open weaker as a poor lead from offshore markets is expected to weigh on the local bourse.

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AAP  |  THURSDAY, 17 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open slightly firmer as earnings reports take centre stage across a broad range of sectors.

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AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 16 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open slightly higher, although a raft of earnings data is likely to set the tone for the local bourse.

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AAP  |  TUESDAY, 15 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open slightly firmer, as solid base and precious metal gains are expected to offset weakness from offshore markets.

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AAP  |  MONDAY, 14 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open firmer after a solid lead from the US on Friday and strong gains from precious metals.

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AAP  |  FRIDAY, 11 FEB 2005
The Australian share market is expected to open firmer today after recent weakness, as a strong lead from the US, base metals and gold helps set the tone for a strong day.