18/10/2026
Economic Update — October 2026: September brought rising interest rates, higher government bond yields and renewed Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices up.
While most asset classes delivered weaker returns, currency moves helped cushion international exposures for Australian investors. Read the full market summary and what it means for your portfolio: https://wix.to/87JGdmS
September was a challenging month for financial markets, with rising interest rates and higher government bond yields weighing on investor sentiment. Inflation concerns remained a key focus for investors, while renewed tensions in the Middle East contributed to higher oil prices. Although most major...