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Australian shares rise as energy and mining firms outweigh consumer weakness
The Australian share market posted marginal gains Tuesday, supported mainly by energy stocks and mining companies. However, the gains were limited, as consumer discretionary firms suffered due to U.S. China trade tensions, and domestic political uncertainties. The S&P/ASX 200 Index held steady, with a 0.2% gain at 7,766.80 by 1232 GMT. The iron ore price and metals prices have been strong, helping to extend gains for a fourth straight session. Shares in industry giants Rio Tinto BHP and Fortescue increased between 0.5% to 1.5%. Energy stocks gained more than 1% on the back of higher oil prices due to tariff...