Live: ASX to fall ahead of inflation data, Nasdaq hits record high
The Australian share market is expected to start cautiously as tensions rise between Iran and the United States. Today's inflation data is anticipated to show a slight easing to around 4.4%, influenced by lower petrol prices. Meanwhile, Wall Street closed mostly higher, led by a rally in technology stocks.
- ▪The ASX 200 is near record highs despite recent falls.
- ▪Iran has warned of retaliation against the US for alleged ceasefire violations.
- ▪Economists predict inflation will ease slightly to 4.4% due to cheaper petrol prices.
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liveMarkets live: ASX heading for cautious start as Iran warns of retaliation, inflation expected to ease slightlyby business reporter David ChauTopic:Financial MarketsWed 27 May 2026 at 8:02amWed 27 May 2026 at 8:02amWed 27 May 2026 at 8:02amThe ASX 200 is still near record highs despite its recent falls. (ABC News: John Gunn)Skip to timelineabc.net.au/news/asx-markets-business-live-news-may-27/106725674Link copiedShareShare articleThe Australian share market is likely to start its day relatively flat after Iran accused the United States of violating their fragile ceasefire and warned of retaliation.The key focus will be today's inflation data from the ABS, which economists are anticipating will show inflation easing slightly to around 4.4 per cent due to cheaper petrol prices.See how…
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