
Dollar surges on strong economic growth
The Australian dollar is pushing towards 73 US cents after the release of stronger than expected economic growth figures.
The Australian dollar is pushing towards 73 US cents after the release of stronger than expected economic growth figures.
The Australian share market has fallen under the 5000 mark, dropping almost 2 per cent in morning trade prior to the opening of trade in China.
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The Australian dollar has softened further as global risk sentiment sours.
UPDATED: The Australian share market is lower at noon, dragged back by the big miners after fresh falls in commodity prices.