[2026-03-18 09:14 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The RBA is asking Australians to show restraint. They may want to take their own advice | Nicki Hutley

Snippet: We are all living in uncertain times, so we expect decisions to be made with a high degree of caution. That applies to the central bank and interest rates

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/17/rba-interest-rate-hike-australia-inflation-economy

[2026-03-18 08:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Top Disney exec ‘miserable’ over reporting to No. 2 Dana Walden after major corporate reshuffle: sources

Snippet: Disney isn’t the happiest place on Earth, after all — for at least one of its top execs.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/top-disney-exec-miserable-over-reporting-to-no-2-dana-walden-sources/

[2026-03-18 08:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Residents of Nigeria's Maiduguri on high alert after coordinated explosions kill 23

Snippet: Coordinated blasts by suspected suicide bombers tore through a busy market and other areas in the Nigerian city of Maiduguri, killing at least 23 people and wounding more than 100 others, in one of the worst recent attacks on the capital of Borno state.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/17/residents-of-nigerias-maiduguri-on-high-alert-after-coordinated-explosions-kill-23/

[2026-03-18 08:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: By wresting control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has turned the tables on US

Snippet: Iran spent a decade building up a shadow fleet of tankers untouched by western finance and insurance to evade US sanctions.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/wresting-control-strait-hormuz-iran-has-turned-tables-us

[2026-03-18 08:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dolphins have an eye-watering $175 million in dead cap charges after Jaylen Waddle trade

Snippet: The Dolphins’ Venmo account is going to be on lockdown.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/sports/dolphins-have-175-million-in-dead-cap-charges-after-jaylen-waddle-trade/

[2026-03-18 08:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Jensen Huang says Nvidia has received orders from China and is 'restarting our manufacturing'

Snippet: After an extended delay in selling into the world's second-largest economy, chipmaker Nvidia is gearing up to provide some customers in China with its H200 processors, CEO Jensen Huang said on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/17/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-says-chipmaker-has-received-orders-from-china.html

[2026-03-18 08:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Popular Brooklyn BBQ restaurant fights back against steep delivery app commissions

Snippet: Restaurant owners hate 30% commissions that delivery services like DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats charge them for many orders. But now, one very popular New York City spot is fighting back.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/popular-brooklyn-bbq-restaurant-fights-back-against-steep-delivery-app-commissions/

[2026-03-18 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Chance of RBA interest rate hike in May drops to 40pc, ASX likely to rise

Snippet: Topic:Financial Markets

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/asx-markets-business-live-news-march-18/106466908

[2026-03-18 07:24 UTC+10:00] [US politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Democrats urge windfall tax as big oil set to make billions from Iran war

Snippet: Progressive and green groups join call for tax on major fossil-fuel companies to help offset rising living costs

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/17/democrats-windfall-tax-fossil-fuel-companies-iran-war

[2026-03-18 07:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Costco recalls popular meatloaf meal kit over Salmonella contamination fears across 26 states

Snippet: Costco issued a recall notice over the weekend for its popular ready-to-eat meatloaf meal kit, impacting warehouse locations in at least 26 states.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/costco-recalls-popular-meatloaf-meal-kit-over-salmonella-contamination-fears-across-26-states/

[2026-03-18 07:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 3/17/2026

Snippet: Oil prices resumed their rise because of the war with Iran, but U.S. stocks held steadier this time around.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/wall-street-stocks-dow-nasdaq-a4a5166c24a3567f5a85e5fc97ab11cd

[2026-03-18 07:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: What to know about the blackouts and deepening crisis in Cuba

Snippet: Large parts of Cuba were without power on Tuesday after its third blackout within four months underscored the island’s deepening energy and economic crises and rising political tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. (AP video by Ariel Fernández and Milexsy Durán)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cuba-us-blackouts-power-electricity-trump-rubio-64b7a303cfd6667a5d4312c288d2fc1f

[2026-03-18 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Stage set for ‘Invest in Sri Lanka 2026’ investment conference - DailyNews

Snippet: Board of Investment (BOI) Director General Renuka M. Weerakoon said that all arrangements are in place to hold the ‘Invest in Sri Lanka 2026’ investment conference, drawing international attention to Sri Lanka’s economic revival and the restored investor confidence in the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968460/stage-set-for-invest-in-sri-lanka-2026-investment-conference/

[2026-03-18 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Who really controls the Middle East narrative?   - DailyNews

Snippet: In recent days, Western media coverage of the Middle East has shifted dramatically. Outlets that previously framed conflicts through a US- and UK-centric lens are now reporting more directly on Iran’s attacks on Israeli and US security positions. This change reflects not only evolving realities on the ground but also deeper dynamics in the global political economy, where military action, economic power, and media narratives are closely intertwined.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/general-opinion/968590/who-really-controls-the-middle-east-narrative/

[2026-03-18 06:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Teen girls sue Elon Musk’s xAI over Grok chatbot’s sexual images of them

Snippet: Three teenage girls are suing Elon Musk’s xAI for allegedly allowing the use of its Grok chatbot to “nudify” images of them – creating child sexual abuse material that has spread across social media platforms.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/teen-girls-sue-elon-musks-xai-over-grok-chatbots-sexual-images-of-them/

[2026-03-18 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: “A Village That Raises the Nation” program launched in Sivdevgama, Kalutara - DailyNews

Snippet: The inaugural ceremony of the “A Village That Raises the Nation” Community Productivity Model Village Project, organized by the National Productivity Secretariat under the Ministry of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, was held this morning at the Sivdevgama Community Hall, Kalutara.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968441/a-village-that-raises-the-nation-program-launched-in-sivdevgama-kalutara/

[2026-03-18 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Country’s economy, energy sector facing a major challenge - PM - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament that the country’s economy and energy sector have been faced with a major challenge due to actions beyond the Government’s control and revealed that three committees have been appointed for related management activities and emphasized that everyone must act with collective responsibility to overcome the crisis.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/local/968662/countrys-economy-energy-sector-facing-a-major-challenge-pm/

[2026-03-18 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EDB and Verité Research strengthen export readiness of women-led exporters in Kandy - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with Verité Research, successfully conducted its second training programme, “Leveraging Trade Data for Export Success,” for women-led exporters in Kandy on February 20, 2026. This initiative was part of the EDB’s Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968438/edb-and-verite-research-strengthen-export-readiness-of-women-led-exporters-in-kandy/

[2026-03-18 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Vatican City appeals court overturns conviction against Cardinal Angelo Becciu in ‘trial of the century’

Snippet: ROME — The Vatican appeals tribunal declared a mistrial Tuesday in the Holy See’s big “trial of the century,” a stunning blow to both Pope Francis’ legacy and Vatican prosecutors who had put a cardinal and several other people on trial over alleged financial crimes.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/world-news/vatican-city-appeals-court-overturns-conviction-against-cardinal-angelo-becciu/

[2026-03-18 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: National Savings Bank celebrates 54th Anniversary - DailyNews

Snippet: One of the first bank in Sri Lanka, which began the financial history of Sri Lanka in 1832, was established as the National Savings Bank on March 16 1972, by merging the then existing savings-related financial institutions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968379/national-savings-bank-celebrates-54th-anniversary/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Dialog introduces Oscal Tiger 8 5G to expand affordable 5G access in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, announced the introduction of the Oscal Tiger 8 5G, further expanding access to next-generation mobile connectivity across the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968318/dialog-introduces-oscal-tiger-8-5g-to-expand-affordable-5g-access-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Seylan Bank joins hands with ‘Samanolasiri Haritha Wandana’ project at Sri Pada - DailyNews

Snippet: Seylan Bank recently joined hands with the ‘Samanolasiri Haritha Wandana’ project, assisting the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ movement’s restoration of Sri Pada’s natural beauty.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968321/seylan-bank-joins-hands-with-samanolasiri-haritha-wandana-project-at-sri-pada/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ramadan Iftar buffet at ITC Ratnadipa Indian Ocean Pavilion - DailyNews

Snippet: This Ramadan, ITC Ratnadipa invites guests to celebrate the holy month with ‘A Feast for the Senses,’ a lavish Iftar buffet at the Indian Ocean Pavilion, available from February 18 to March 19, between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. daily.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968348/ramadan-iftar-buffet-at-itc-ratnadipa-indian-ocean-pavilion/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SRIQ Corporation with Microsoft global digital transformation partner proMX, host executive forum - DailyNews

Snippet: SRIQ Corporation, together with Microsoft and global digital transformation partner proMX, hosted an exclusive executive forum last weekend at Hilton Colombo, marking the launch of next-generation Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM innovation in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968345/sriq-corporation-with-microsoft-global-digital-transformation-partner-promx-host-executive-forum/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hatch concludes 2nd Cohort of ‘GoviLab AgriTech’ accelerator programme - DailyNews

Snippet: Hatch, an innovation and entrepreneurship platform, announced the conclusion of the second cohort of its ‘GoviLab AgriTech’ accelerator programme, run in partnership with the Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968376/hatch-concludes-2nd-cohort-of-govilab-agritech-accelerator-programme/

[2026-03-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: MAS Athlete Training Academy and SLIIT forge landmark partnership to support Lankan Athletes - DailyNews

Snippet: The MAS Athlete Training Academy and the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) entered a landmark partnership to advance holistic athlete development.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968373/mas-athlete-training-academy-and-sliit-forge-landmark-partnership-to-support-lankan-athletes/

[2026-03-18 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HNB clinch 10th straight Mercantile Netball title in record feat - DailyNews

Snippet: Hatton National Bank (HNB) created history by winning the Mercantile Netball Championship for the 10th consecutive time, setting a new record with a dominant 56–28 victory over Citizens Development Business Finance (CDB) in the final, organised by the Mercantile Netball Association and held at the Saniro Indoor Stadium in Minuwangoda.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/sports/968280/hnb-clinch-10th-straight-mercantile-netball-title-in-record-feat/

[2026-03-18 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Art of dim sum with guest Chef Brent Guo QuanQuan - DailyNews

Snippet: Shangri-La Colombo welcomes Guest Chef Brent Guo QuanQuan, a master of handcrafted dim sum with more than two decades of experience across some of Asia’s distinguished culinary destinations.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968324/art-of-dim-sum-with-guest-chef-brent-guo-quanquan/

[2026-03-18 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub unveils 23rd edition, organised by SLFPA - DailyNews

Snippet: The highly anticipated event on Sri Lanka’s food industry calendar, Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub 2026, organised by the Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA) in partnership with Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (LECS), is scheduled to take place from August 21-23, at BMICH, Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968367/profood-propack-agbiz-knowledge-hub-unveils-23rd-edition-organised-by-slfpa/

[2026-03-18 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hayleys Mobility introduces premium OMODA C9 PHEV range in SL - DailyNews

Snippet: Hayleys Mobility has introduced the OMODA C9 PHEV as an extension to its new energy vehicle portfolio, the premium OJ (OMODA & JAECOO) range in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968405/hayleys-mobility-introduces-premium-omoda-c9-phev-range-in-sl/

[2026-03-18 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SITREK Group partners Singaporean Technology leader ST Engineering to fortify Lanka’s digital future - DailyNews

Snippet: In a landmark move for Sri Lanka’s cybersecurity landscape, SITREK Group and Singaporean technology leader ST Engineering have announced a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering national digital resilience. The Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) was signed at the SITREK Cyber and Tech Summit 2026 on March 4, at City of Dreams Colombo, signalling a new chapter in the country’s enterprise-level cyber preparedness.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968310/sitrek-group-partners-singaporean-technology-leader-st-engineering-to-fortify-lankas-digital-future/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLICGL extends partnership with SLIIT to safeguard teachers through ‘Guru Buhuman’ insurance solution - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) has strengthened its engagement with the education sector, extending the strategic partnership with the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) for the second consecutive year, to strengthen National Educator Awards (NEA) initiatives as the official insurance partner, uplifting and protecting teachers.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968315/slicgl-extends-partnership-with-sliit-to-safeguard-teachers-through-guru-buhuman-insurance-solution/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Kotmale moves to forge an ‘iron’ nation - DailyNews

Snippet: Kotmale recently partnered the IRONKIDS Colombo event as principal sponsor, supporting nearly 400 young participants as part of the IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo Triathlon held in the city.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968342/kotmale-moves-to-forge-an-iron-nation/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 17.03.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968411/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-17-03-2026/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 17/03/2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968408/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-17-03-2026/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 17.03.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968418/exchange-rates-date-17-03-2026/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fuel QR code technical issues resolved - DailyNews

Snippet: The technical shortcomings of the QR code system introduced by the government with the aim of resolving the fuel crisis and streamlining the fuel distribution have now been completely resolved, said Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968402/fuel-qr-code-technical-issues-resolved/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s tourism sector records strong start - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has recorded a strong start to the year, with more than 620,000 foreign visitors arriving in the country between January 1 and March 11, according to the Statistics of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968468/sri-lankas-tourism-sector-records-strong-start/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ceylon Chamber urges measures to safeguard economic stability amid global uncertainty - DailyNews

Snippet: The evolving global situation and the escalating conflict in the Middle East requires coordinated measures to safeguard economic stability. The Ceylon Chamber remains ready to work with the Government in addressing potential economic risks and has outlined detailed policy recommendations.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968421/ceylon-chamber-urges-measures-to-safeguard-economic-stability-amid-global-uncertainty/

[2026-03-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Global oil prices climb to highest level since July 2022 - DailyNews

Snippet: Global oil prices climbed to their highest level since July 2022 on Sunday evening as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised fears of a prolonged disruption to global energy supplies.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/18/business/968483/global-oil-prices-climb-to-highest-level-since-july-2022/

[2026-03-18 06:20 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Warner Bros boss set for $984 million windfall from Paramount sale

Snippet: The chief executive of Warner Bros is in line to make more than $US700 million ($984 million) after the Hollywood studio was sold to rival Paramount.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/warner-bros-boss-set-for-984-million-windfall-from-paramount-sale-20260318-p5okgo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-18 06:18 UTC+10:00] [Cuba] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump’s threats to ‘take’ Cuba signal rising US pressure as island grapples with power crisis

Snippet: National power outage is making life extremely difficult and may force Havana into biggest economic reforms in 67 years

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/17/trumps-explicit-threats-spark-fear-and-loathing-for-struggling-cubans

[2026-03-18 06:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Fake cash flooding into Australian market as seizures rise 700 per cent

Snippet: Topic:Money Laundering

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/counterfeit-cash-on-the-rise-throughout-australia/106419784

[2026-03-18 05:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: The Fed issues its latest interest rate decision Wednesday. Here's what to expect

Snippet: The Federal Reserve has little choice but to stay on the sidelines this week as it navigates a mix of complicated and conflicting forces playing out in the U.S. economy.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/17/the-fed-issues-its-latest-interest-rate-decision-wednesday-heres-what-to-expect.html

[2026-03-18 05:57 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: RBA warns of recession risk

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/rba-warns-of-recession-risk-20260318-p5okgz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-18 05:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AP News

Title: Wild's Nick Foligno returns to Chicago for 1st game against Blackhawks since trade

Snippet: Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman, middle right, celebrates with left wing Nick Foligno (71) after scoring a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, March 10, 2026, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/wild-nick-foligno-blackhawks-3baaa877590673ddc53a4638243c2c03

[2026-03-18 05:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: RBA governor warns of the recession we might have to have

Snippet: Michele Bullock announced the rate increase on Tuesday. (AAP Image: Dan Himbrechts)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/is-reserve-bank-interest-rate-rise-fighting-last-years-war/106463596

[2026-03-18 05:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Middle East war forces pharmaceutical companies to divert critical medicines

Snippet: The Middle East war has forced pharmaceutical companies to reroute critical medicines, to ensure they land in Australia. (Pexels: Karolina Grabowska)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/middle-east-war-medicines-supply-costs/106465132

[2026-03-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to edge up as Wall Street climbs; Oil prices advance

Snippet: Oil prices are resuming their rise because of the war with Iran, but US stocks are holding steadier this time around.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-edge-up-as-wall-street-climbs-oil-prices-advance-20260318-p5okgp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: 'Global recession risk': The danger on the flipside of the RBA's rate hike

Snippet: Inflation may have driven the decision but the Reserve Bank's second consecutive rate hike has also put talk of a recession back on the agenda.Governor Michele Bullock didn't rule out the possibility yesterday afternoon, although she stressed that wasn't her goal. While she highlighted the likelihood the war in the Middle East would drive up prices due to fuel supply issues, a former RBA assistant governor flagged the escalating conflict as a "global recession risk".AS IT HAPPENED: RBA pulls trigger

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/rba-interest-rates-the-danger-on-the-flipside-of-the-rbas-rate-hike/0f884e4a-cc94-45b9-8ff4-98567d0cd712