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Brent crude oil prices have moved above USD 100 per barrel, increasing uncertainty for households, businesses and policymakers. Higher energy prices can influence inflation through fuel costs, transport expenses and broaderBusinessinput costs.

The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) closed at 8,741.20 points, down 0.89% or 78.20 points, as market sentiment weakened amid increased uncertainty across global financial markets.

The Australian sharemarket ended lower on Thursday, 10 September 2026, with the S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) closing at 8,819.40 points, down 1.03% or 92.00 points. Market sentiment remained under pressure as investors reassessed the outlook for interest rates following changes in inflation expectations andBond Marketmovements.

The Australian communication sector remained comparatively resilient on Thursday, 10 September 2026, with the S&P/ASX 200 Communication (ASX:XTJ) closing at 1,551.80 points, down 0.13%. The sector performed better than several cyclical areas as investors assessed the impact of higher bond yields and renewed interest-rate …

Australia’s sharemarket ended lower on Thursday, 10 September 2026, with the S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) closing at 8,819.40 points, down 1.03% during the session. Investor sentiment remained affected by rising energy prices, higher bond yields and expectations around the future direction of interest rates.

Australian metals and mining stocks faced a challenging session on Thursday, 10 September 2026, as investors reassessed exposure to the resources sector amid rising bond yields and changing interest-rate expectations. The S&P/ASX 300 Metals and Mining (ASX:XMM) closed at 8,740.7 points, down 1.235%.

Australian technology shares faced pressure on Thursday, 10 September 2026, with the S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology (ASX:XIJ) closing at 1,688.20 points, down 1.74%. The decline reflected broader market caution as investors reassessed growth-focused companies amid higher bond yields and changing interest-rate expectations.