Australia's share market has surged early on news of a promising coronavirus vaccine, but the gains eased as experts urged caution about a possible breakthrough.
Investors on the Australian share market have finished the session with gains, despite Donald Trump's threat to contest the results of the US presidential election.
Shares fluctuated on the Australian market amid early US election results, but have finished barely changed as the world waits to learn who is voted president.
An inquiry by the NSW gaming regulator has heard Crown Resorts is not suitable to hold the licence for a soon-to-be-open $2.2 billion casino in Sydney.
Investors in Australia's share market have enjoyed the best session since October 5, but face great uncertainty with US election results due Wednesday.
Investors had modest gains on the Australian share market to start the week, but that may count for little once decisions on rates and the US election are known.
Australian rock lobster exporters say business is returning to normal in China, following earlier reports of delays caused by a new inspection process.
Christine Holgate has resigned as chief executive of Australia Post after the launch of an investigation into the organisation's gift and expenses culture.
Australia's share market had its worst week since April, and one investment analyst has warned more trouble looms if the US election result next week takes time to unfold.
The Premier will this morning chair a meeting of the State Disaster Council where updated health advice about a travel bubble with States that have no community spread will be considered.
Investors have helped the share market to its first gain in five sessions after shrugging off a poor US lead, as their peers worried about coronavirus infections.
