ASX set to climb as Wal Street rises; $A over US70c
20-10-2026 20:17 via Sydney Morning Herald - Business

ASX set to climb as Wal Street rises; $A over US70c

The US stock market is rising following strong profit reports for Equifax, Hasbro and other companies, while oil prices ease back after nearing their highest levels since the war with Iran began.
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