Bullish
ASX 200 rises 0.34% to 8,823.00, driven by mining and energy stocks.
The S&P/ASX 200 index closed higher on July 22, 2026, bolstered by gains in mining and energy sectors. The index rose 29.70 points, or 0.34%, to 8,823.00. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming economic data releases this week.
Key points
- Mining stocks surged, with BHP Group advancing 2.9% and Rio Tinto up 1.6%, supported by strong metals prices.
- Energy stocks gained, with Woodside Energy rising nearly 1% and Santos increasing over 1%, amid Middle East tensions affecting oil prices.
- Technology stocks declined by 1%, following a 3.3% jump in the previous session.
- Investors are awaiting key economic data releases scheduled for later this week.
Sources
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