Bullish
ASX 200 rises 0.3% to 8,697 as miners and energy stocks lead gains
The S&P/ASX 200 index increased by 0.3% to close at 8,697 on September 16, 2026. The rally was driven by strong performances in the mining and energy sectors, with BHP Group and Rio Tinto climbing 1.3% and 0.8%, respectively. Energy stocks also saw significant gains, with Woodside Energy up 2.9%, Santos advancing 2.3%, and Ampol gaining 2.6%. The broader market sentiment was supported by stronger U.S. equity futures ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, as well as traders monitoring elevated oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Key points
- Miners BHP Group and Rio Tinto rose 1.3% and 0.8%, respectively.
- Energy stocks Woodside Energy, Santos, and Ampol gained 2.9%, 2.3%, and 2.6%, respectively.
- The broader market sentiment was influenced by U.S. equity futures and geopolitical tensions.
Sources
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