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This is how much you need to earn to buy an ‘affordable’ house in Australia

New housing data reveals a ‘worrying scenario’ for homebuyers.

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Australians need to earn over $300,000 a year in order to buy a new home according to “worrying” new housing data.

ASX takes hefty hit following inflation fears out of the US

The Australian stock market is on pace for its worst day since June 14, after falls in early trading in the wake of a worse-than-expected US inflation report.

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The Australian Securities Exchange has dropped by more than two per cent in early trading. (James Gourley/AAP PHOTOS)

Oil and gas giant triples profit to more than $1 billion - as your energy prices soar

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Santos gas company has reported a half-year net profit after tax of $US1.167 billion. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Banks, energy boost ASX in early trade

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Bank shares were trading higher ahead of RBA's likely decision to lift the cash rate furthet.

Asia shares cautious as US futures slip

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Japan's Nikkei 225 index is up slightly after Asian markets start the week in a cautious mood.

ASX loses steam as miners, energy drag

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The energy and mining sectors were the worst performers on the ASX in early trading.