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Top story · Business · 23 Oct 2026
Perth-based Proteomics has been granted a US patent for its PromarkerEndo blood test and is preparing a national rollout, while a company restructure has led to job cuts. The biotech is targeting a commercial launch in 2027 as it transitions from development to scaling operations.
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Property · 22 Oct 2026
Water infrastructure upgrades are expected to open land in Perth's western suburbs for residential development, timed with a new $250m facility to support apartments and townhouses. The move comes alongside other regional projects, including a $37m water plant for Kimberley communities and a $97m theatre redevelopment, highlighting a busy period for WA construction and planning.
Business · 22 Oct 2026
Ben Palmer, the former head of GESB, will lead a new infrastructure-focused division at Affinity Capital Group, signalling fresh private-sector attention to WA projects. The move comes as local executives and investors lean on specialised WA intelligence tools such as Data & Insights to track opportunities and risks.
Markets · 21 Oct 2026
The Nasdaq closed ahead of other US indices after a market lift tied to SpaceX developments, helping push Wall Street to a firmer finish. Australian investors with exposure to US technology and aerospace names will be watching for follow-through as global sentiment shifts.
Markets · 21 Oct 2026
US markets rose after strong quarterly reports from SpaceX, Tesla and other firms, while Meta was ordered to pay $US25 billion in a New Mexico privacy ruling. The ASX is expected to open flat as investors digest earnings, legal risk and stronger AUD trade at US70.28¢.
Markets · 21 Oct 2026
France is confronting rising borrowing costs, deep political uncertainty and street unrest that together threaten a self‑reinforcing fiscal crisis. With government debt near 120% of GDP and interest payments set to exceed €90 billion next year, investors and voters are pulling in opposite directions, leaving centrist leaders squeezed ahead of a crucial presidential vote.
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