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Trending stories and market-moving news from the ASX small-cap sector
Treasurer Fiddles While Confidence Burns
Shock Australian tax reform from Treasurer Chalmers: late, controversial changes spark investor uncertainty ahead of July 1 rollout.
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The Whelan Wrap: Gold, oil, copper, tungsten, and an Ozempic joke that's funnier than it should be
Fed hikes 25bp; gold steady, oil slips, copper choppier. JPMorgan on endgame modeling uncertainty; Australian Gold Conference preview.
Myths Getting in the Way of Downsizer Super Wins
Downsizer super myths debunked as rules loosened: no need to downsize or be 65+, eligibility widened; get the paperwork right to unlock the boost.
Market Wrap: third week of losses as rising rates take their toll
ASX slips for a third straight week as bets on another rate rise surge after the RBA warns inflation remains a threat; miners rally, banks and energy retreat.
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SmallCaps Heads to the Australian Gold Conference as Official Media Partner
Small Caps to cover AGC26 as official media partner at Australia's largest gold conference, spotlighting ASX gold plays as gold price steadies above $4,300/oz.
2026 Australian Microcap Investment Conference
Melbourne Oct 20-21, 2026: Australia’s 15th Microcap Conference features 24 ASX microcaps presenting growth plans; CEOs and fund managers network. Register now.
The Weekly Finger: RRS Recap
Mining could raise MSCI weight from 2.2% to about 5%, signaling an imminent re-rate; Firefly Metals flags 42% IRR on Green Bay copper project.
A Chance for Pensioners to Boost their Standard of Living
Sept 20: New pension deeming rates (1.25%/3.25%). Discover how pensioners can beat them with top savings rates and term deposits.
Allowing Early Access to Super Remains Controversial
Early access to super sparks inflation fears; COVID-era withdrawals showed debt risk, higher spending, and a booming property market—flashpoints in the debate.
Market Wrap: Soaring bond yields, oil and recession fears crunch Australian shares
ASX 200 falls as bond yields spike and oil surges, dragging miners lower while banks cling to gains amid rate-hike fears.
US Debt Levels Getting Critical but Australia Can’t Afford to Gloat
US debt hits $40T as global debt soars; Australia's fiscal wounds deepen with rising state debt and higher interest costs, no gloating, only risk.
The Weekly Finger: Ag squeeze, a quality of earnings red flag, and copper's discovery drought
Ag squeeze boosts grain prices; a red flag in S&P 500 earnings as unrealised gains surge; and copper faces a discovery drought—this week’s market briefing.