Inflation spikes, rates set to rise; ASX falls for 7th day; Aldi’s profit tumbles

Thursday 30 April 2026 Interest rates are set to rise next week after inflation jumps to a near three year high.  The ASX drops, matching the longest run of down-days since June 2022 OPEC, which has ruled oil markets for decades, is in crisis after one of its main members leaves Aldi’s profit in Australia tumbles G8 Childcare closes childcare centres as families dump the beleaguered operator Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - the truth about financial luck. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.