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The S&P 500 nears its all-time high. Here's why stock markets are defying economic reality

Written by James Doran, Associate professor/Deputy head of school, UNSW

The stock market is not the economy.

This old and playful maxim is typically not true: often the stock market is a good proxy for the economy and a very good indication of what will happen to it.

But it aptly captures the current divergence between stock markets and the worst economic crisis in a century.

In the United States the NASDAQ (which...

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The S&P 500 nears its all-time high. Here's why stock markets are defying economic reality

Best AI Answering Services for Small Businesses in 2026 (Compared)

Why a second global shipping chokepoint could soon live up to its name as the ‘Gate of Tears’

The Fair Work Commission has abolished junior rates of pay for most over 18s. It’s a positive step

KiwiSaver payments have to rise – but earners shouldn’t be penalised if they can’t afford it

Why Local Procurement is the New Competitive Advantage for Australian Builders

Why Queensland Agribusinesses Are Rethinking Their Airborne Particulate Management

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Women have fought hard to be recognised as farmers. There’s still more work to be done

To achieve real growth, the NZ government needs to relax the rules around housing

Aussies set to drop $3.8 billion on sales

Work-life Balance Key to Solving Construction Talent Shortage

How to Apply for More Jobs in Less Time Using AI Automation

Why Middle Australia Is Quietly Driving the Shift Away From Car Ownership

Launchd Acquires WeAreTENZING as ANZ Creator Economy Spend Nears $1 Billion

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