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ASX 200 rises 0.2% to 8,680 amid sector gains and positive budget news
The ASX 200 edged higher by 0.2% to close at 8,680 on Monday, supported by gains in utilities, industrials, and healthcare sectors. This uptick was bolstered by the Australian government's announcement of a $6 billion narrower-than-expected budget deficit for the 2025/26 fiscal year, driven by stronger investment and income. However, the index faced headwinds from a sharp drop in U.S. stock futures, climbing oil prices, and rising Treasury yields, which capped further gains.
Key points
- Utilities, industrials, and healthcare sectors led the ASX 200's 0.2% gain, closing at 8,680.
- Australian government's $6 billion narrower budget deficit for 2025/26 boosts investor sentiment.
- U.S. stock futures decline, oil prices rise, and Treasury yields increase, limiting ASX 200's upside.
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