ASX braces for uncertain start; Oil, gold prices set to soar
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-03-02 05:30 UTC+10:00
Section: Business / Markets
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Middle East, Energy, Financial Markets, Commodities, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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The fast‑moving conflict across the Middle East is heightening investor anxiety and strengthening the case for safe‑haven trades such as Treasuries, gold and the Swiss franc, while oil prices are set to soar.
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