Miners prop up ASX, investors remain on edge after midterms

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 8, 2026

The Australian sharemarket has made a steady start to the week thanks to strong gains for mining stocks however most sectors are in the red as investors remain cautious following the US midterm elections.

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