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Afternoon Market Wrap: ASX in positive territory

The Australian share market finished in positive territory today buoyed by signs of a sustained recovery in the United States.

Dollar consolidates ahead of $US0.70 push

AAP  |  FRIDAY, 10 OCT 2003
The Australian dollar shot closer to six-year highs this week, riding on a strong economy and weak US dollar, and is expected to push towards $US0.7000 in the short term.

Midday Market Report: Resource sector boosted by metal prices; bonds open weaker

The Australian share market moved ahead at noon today as strong metal prices overnight boosted the resources sector.

Rans former finance manager charged

A former finance manager has been charged following an investigation by the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) into the collapse of Rans Management Group Pty Ltd.

St George Bank announces $580 million US subordinated notes issue

St George Bank Limited has announced today that new subordinated notes issue has been priced in New York on Wednesday for US$400 million ($580 million).

Morning Market Wrap: International markets gain; Dollar weaker

The Australian share market is likely to move higher following gains in international markets overnight.

Afternoon Market Wrap: Stronger employment figures push ASX to highs

The Australian share market hit a fresh 16-month high today as resource giants BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto pushed higher and investors welcomed stronger-than-expected unemployment figures.

Low rainfall sparks hopes of high insurance earnings

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 9 OCT 2003
Relatively low levels of rain in recent months have sparked hopes of three of Australia's top insurers producing even better than expected earnings in the coming year.

Debtor finances industry hits $20 billion

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 9 OCT 2003
Australia's debtor finance industry turned over more than $20 billion last financial year in a milestone result, new statistics have shown.

Midday Market Wrap: Dollar up after employment announcements

The Australian dollar shot back towards near six year highs in response to a rise in the nation's employment level in September.