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The Australian stock market closed at a two-month high on Wednesday, with the S&P/ASX 200 index ending 0.5% higher at 8966.30 points, its highest level since April 15.

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Who
Australian stock market, investors, mining stocks, banking stocks, Hebe Chen (market analyst at Vantage Markets)
What
The Australian stock market closed at a two-month high on Wednesday, with the S&P/ASX 200 index ending 0.5% higher at 8966.30 points, its highest level since April 15.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:04:00 GMT · 1h 44m ago
Where
Australia ·
Why
Investor sentiment was lifted by news of an interim deal aimed at resolving the conflict in the Middle East, specifically a U.S.-Iran agreement to lift a blockade on Iran's ports and restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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The positive news from the Middle East significantly boosted Australian mining and banking stocks, with the benchmark S&P/ASX 200 index reaching its highest level in over two months, indicating increased investor confidence and risk appetite. This suggests a potential for continued market gains if geopolitical risks ease further.

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    The Australian stock market closed at a two-month high on Wednesday, with the S&P/ASX 200 index ending 0.5% higher at 8966.30 points.
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