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| All Ords | 3386.934 |  | 54.33 |
| ASX 200 | 3416.499 | | 63.6 |
| SPI | 3535 | | 103 |
| AUS/USD | 0.632 | | 0.02 |
| DOW | 8046.42 | | 494.13 |
| NASDAQ | 1384.35 | | 68.23 |
| S&P 500 | 800.03 | | 47.59 |
| Industrial | 3157.558 | | 44.66 |
| Property | 906.229 |  | -49.87 |
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MarketWatch
Market up 1.6% after late rally
Local shares closed higher, shrugging off a dismal start to the day. The recovery was broad based with a number of sectors turning positive in afternoon trade.
Headline News
Spotless sees positive outlook for FY09
Spotless said the short term impact of the current economic environment on its operations was uncertain and still unfolding. However, Spotless said its overall outlook remained positive.
Gunns opts out of sovereign risk agreement
Gunns has advised the Tasmanian govt that it won't renew the sovereign risk agreement for wood supply to the Bell Bay Pulp Mill.
Macmahon hooks $236m rail deal
Macmahon Holdings has signed an agreement with the NSW govt to build the $236m Quakers Hill rail duplication line. The project replaces the recently abandoned $12bn North West Metro line.
Sims flags $120m to $140m 1H09 profit
Sims Metal Management said it expected to post a net profit in the six months ending 31 December '08 of between $120m and $140m. Sims said the forecast took into account adjustments of $50m.
AVJ says rate cuts will help
AVJennings said it had been operating in a very challenging environment. AVJ said recent interest rate reductions had been a significant step towards improving affordability across the market.
Warrant News
ABN Amro: James Hardie - Prolonged uncertainty
Despite a strong 1H09 result and forecast of ongoing free cash flow strength, the signal from the indefinite suspension of the dividend emphasises outlook uncertainty and the likely trajectory for earnings.
ABN Amro: James Hardie - Prolonged uncertainty
Despite a strong 1H09 result and forecast of ongoing free cash flow strength, the signal from the indefinite suspension of the dividend emphasises outlook uncertainty and the likely trajectory for earnings.
ABN Amro: How to participate in this market
Turning a well known expression on itself, what we are experiencing at the moment may well be considered an 'imperfect storm'.
Feature
Weekly Feature: The RBA is on a time trial to neutral
The need for the recent run of big rate cuts is undeniable, that more cuts are coming is inarguable, so the question is: What is neutral?
Rudis Message: How low is value?
Can you believe there are still plenty of market strategists and other financial experts out there who dare to challenge the view that Australian shares are offering plenty of value by now.
Float Files: Cape Alumina to raise $15m
Cape Alumina Limited has offered 30 million shares at an issue price of 50c per share to raise a total $15 million. Cape Alumina is an emerging independent bauxite company.
Economic News: US/AUST
While America's starting to fear deflation and its horrible consequences, no such fears are being expressed here.
Hot Topics: Why BHP will prevail
As demand for iron ore falls, BHP, as a low-cost producer will prevail.
Off The Chart: Stockradar: Seven (SEV) & Ten Network (TEN)
Why is it we so often fail the stock picking and trading test? In our report today which includes the fallen idols SEV and TEN you will find some vital clues!
Todds Trading Room: How low can it go?
It didn't matter which sector or type of stock I looked at this week, blue chip, mining, banking, industrials etc. The pattern for nearly all was one of new lows and wealth destruction.
Breaking News
How low can it go?
What are options and why should I use them? Part 2
Agri sector shows promise
Gunns opts out of sovereign risk agreement
Over 50s realistic about retirement
Macmahon hooks $236m rail deal
Sims flags $120m to $140m 1H09 profit
AVJ says rate cuts will help
BBW cuts remuneration for board
