Live: ASX to open lower following losses on Wall Street as US inflation data drops

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Miller, A. (2026, October 14). Live: ASX to open lower following losses on Wall Street as US inflation data drops. ABC News (AU). https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-15/asx-markets-business-news-live-updates-thursday-15-october/107268248

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ABC News (AU) · collected 2026-10-14 · by Adelaide Miller

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The article reports that the Australian share market is expected to open lower due to losses on Wall Street, where the Nasdaq fell more than 2% after US inflation data for September came in higher than anticipated. The piece provides a snapshot of global markets, showing mixed performances across major indices and commodities like gold and oil, with specific figures such as the ASX200 Futures at -0.3% to 8,716 points and the Australian dollar at 69.71 US cents.
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As of October 14, 2026, US stocks experienced their worst day since July following an unexpected rise in inflation figures, with the S&P 500 falling by 1.1%, the Dow Jones dropping by 48 points (0.1%), and the Nasdaq sliding by 1.9%. The US Federal Reserve released September inflation data showing a rate of 3.7%, exceeding expectations, which fueled speculation about another interest rate hike. This downturn in Wall Street had immediate repercussions on the Australian market, as ASX futures pointed to a lower open with a decline of 0.3% to 8,716 points.

Written for “US Inflation Data And Market Reaction” on 2026-10-14, grounded in this article and the 1 other(s) covering the same event.

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📰 US Inflation Data And Market Reaction
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“Both articles describe the same day's financial market reaction to US inflation data, focusing on losses in Wall Street stocks.”
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“The articles describe similar market conditions but refer to different times and contexts, with Article A covering a period on October 13th while Article B covers updates for October 14th including new inflation data.”
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Who wrote this

Adelaide Miller
11 article(s) here · 1 carrying a prediction
🔮 live Live updates: ASX set to drop, Wall Street closes down as higher US inflation signals possible rate hike The Australian share market is set to open lower following losses on Wall Street.
2026-10-14 · assertive framing · Live: ASX to open lower following losses on Wall Street as US inflation data drops
🔮 ASX set to open higher after Wall St gains, bond yields rise
2026-10-05 · assertive framing · Live: ASX to open higher as bond yields continue to rise
🔮 "Being able to absorb that cost would be detrimental to our business currently," she said.
2026-10-01 · assertive framing · Retailers predict price rises under RBA's surcharge reforms
🔮 The Australian share market is set to open slightly higher in morning trading ahead of the Reserve Bank's interest rate decision.
2026-09-28 · assertive framing · Live: ASX to edge higher as US bonds surge
🔮 It's the lesser-known side effect of the changes that begin on October 1 because banks' revenue will drop as they reduce the amount they charge businesses to bank with them.
2026-09-27 · assertive framing · Banks cut rewards programs, free travel insurance amid surcharge ban
🔮 ASX tipped to gain as Wall St rebounds, oil and bond yields retreat The ASX is expected to open higher after Wall Street rebounded from Wednesday's sell-off.
2026-09-17 · assertive framing · Live: ASX eyes gains as Wall Street rallies
🔮 "For example, you may have already paid the debt …
2026-09-16 · assertive framing · Tips for consumers hit with a debt collection notice
🔮 The other driver's insurer AAMI, a subsidiary of Suncorp, contacted Ms Walker looking to recover costs, despite having no evidence. "I would have emailed them at least half a dozen times saying, 'Send me some photos, send me something that demonstrates that at least something happened,'" said Scott Walker, who stepped in as his mother's representative on the claim.
2026-09-15 · assertive framing · Concerns raised over 'problematic culture' at Suncorp's debt collector
🔮 The Aussie share market is set to open lower in morning trading, as Wall Street closes down across all major exchanges.
2026-09-14 · assertive framing · Live: ASX to fall following sea of red on Wall Street
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Retailers predict price rises under RBA's surcharge reforms
2026-10-01 · ABC News (AU)
Live: ASX to edge higher as US bonds surge
2026-09-28 · ABC News (AU)
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New: Filters Choose what information you see below by using filters Key Event ASX Futures pointing to a lower open Good morning everyone, and happy Thursday, Welcome to another day on the markets blog, where we cover the latest business, finance and economics stories from around the world.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-14
🔮 live Live updates: ASX set to drop, Wall Street closes down as higher US inflation signals possible rate hike The Australian share market is set to open lower following losses on Wall Street.
2026-10-14 · ABC News (AU)
Live: ASX to open lower following losses on Wall Street as US inflation data drops · assertive framing

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live Live updates: ASX set to drop, Wall Street closes down as higher US inflation signals possible rate hike The Australian share market is set to open lower following losses on Wall Street. asserted
market → set → Street
The Nasdaq plunged more than 2 per cent as the US Federal Reserve released September inflation data that exceeded expectations. asserted
that → plunge → expectations
Disclaimer: this blog is not intended as investment advice. asserted
blog → intend → advice
New: Filters Choose what information you see below by using filters Key Event ASX Futures pointing to a lower open Good morning everyone, and happy Thursday, Welcome to another day on the markets blog, where we cover the latest business, finance and economics stories from around the world. asserted
we → choose → world
The ASX 200 is set to open lower at the market open, with Futures pointing down -0.3% to 8,716 points. asserted
Futures → set → points
That's as Wall Street finishes Wednesday trading in the red. asserted
Street → finish → red
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