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Independent supermarkets struggle to keep prices down as Iran war hurts
Suppliers are charging more to deliver groceries to supermarkets as fuel prices increase, putting pressure on smaller retailers. Source link
Why diesel price continues to soar in spite of fuel excise cut
As the war in the Middle East rages on, diesel prices are continuing to rise despite efforts to stabilise costs. So why is this happening, can anything be done about it and is the worst yet to come? Source link
Calls for cheaper homes are 'nonsense' while banking system underpinned by housing
AustralianSuper boss says housing prices unlikely to fall much, because major banks can’t afford them too Source link
Why the oil crisis is about to worsen amid the ceasefire that wasn't
The official pledges of the last few days may have placated markets at first, but they have become little more than bargaining chips ahead of this weekend’s negotiations between the US and Iran. Source link
Live: ASX 200 and Aussie dollar down, Brent crude and WTI oil up
The Australian market has finished the trading week on a disappointing note, dropping slightly, despite US stocks rising overnight. Follow live. Source link
Super members blindsided by change in fund terms and conditions
A superannuation investment option spruiked as offering “choice and flexibility” has been shut down without proper notification, leaving members less than two months to sell all their assets. Source link
A wave of low-cost electric trucks is heading for Australia
Diesel trucks are the backbone of the national supply chain, but figures buried in recent sales data could mark the beginning of the end for these kings of the road. Source link
People living in vehicles forced to choose between fuel and food
The high cost of fuel is making it even more difficult for people living in their cars to afford food, electricity and transport. Source link
Trucks about to get longer, heavier in bid to reduce fuel costs
The South Australian government says recent changes to heavy vehicle freight limits will lower fuel costs and reduce the number of freight trucks needed on the road. Source link
Is Hormuz open or closed? Shiptracking data reveals true picture
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has remained at an effective standstill in the 24 hours since Iran conditionally lifted its blockade on the critical shipping lane, amid a fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel. Source link