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Iron ore miners boost share market

The share market rose on the back of strong consumer confidence data in the US and higher commodity prices. The market gave up some gains in late trade, but most sectors rose, in particular the min..

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House price growth tipped to slow

Rising unemployment and weak consumer confidence are likely to put the brakes on rapidly rising house prices, a real estate data firm predicts. Consulting analyst with Onthehouse.com.au, John Edwar..

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Nufarm more than doubles 1H profit

Agricultural chemicals and seeds supplier Nufarm has more than doubled its first-half profit, thanks to strong growth from its South American business and tax credits. Nufarm made a net profit of $..

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US stocks finish higher

US stocks have finished higher as biotechnology companies and other high-tech equities steadied following a two-day skid. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 91.19 points (0.56 per cent) to 16,..

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