EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 9 MIN
ASX soars, Aussie dollar at 4-year high on hopes of war’s end
from SBS News In Depth
The Australian sharemarket rose 0.96 per cent, amid hopes of a peace deal between the US and Iran. As a result, oil prices have dropped sharply – though remain above US$100 a barrel – and precious metal and commodity prices have risen. The Australian dollar has also benefited, reaching a four-year high, as risk appetite increases. For more on this, Stephanie Youssef spoke with Angus Geddes, Chief Investment Officer at Fat Prophets.
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The Australian sharemarket rose 0.96 per cent, amid hopes of a peace deal between the US and Iran. As a result, oil prices have dropped sharply – though remain above US$100 a barrel – and precious metal and commodity prices have risen. The Australian dollar has also benefited, reaching a four-year high, as risk appetite increases. For more on this, Stephanie Youssef spoke with Angus Geddes, Chief Investment Officer at Fat Prophets.
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