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.

$A dollar drops as ASX tumbles to new low

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.

Record fourth-year of losses tipped for $A

The Australian dollar is set for a third consecutive year in the red as 2015 draws to a close and could reach a post-float record of pain if the tailspin continues next year.

$A sinks amid oil price falls

The Australian dollar has softened further as global risk sentiment sours.

Dollars falls on poor investment data

Market report: Wednesday, November 18

UPDATED: The Australian share market is lower at noon, dragged back by the big miners after fresh falls in commodity prices.