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ASX 200 dips amid ACCC lawsuit concerns

EditorLina Guerrero
Published 17/01/2024, 09:26
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SYDNEY - The S&P/ASX 200 index witnessed a downturn today, closing at 7422.50, as market sentiment was dampened by a combination of international and domestic factors. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) potential lawsuits against major supermarket chains weighed on investor confidence.

The Consumer Staples sector, which includes supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles, was particularly affected by the news of possible legal action from the ACCC. This speculation led to a notable decline in their share prices. Across the sectors, Utilities experienced the most significant drop, falling by 1.43%, which contributed to the broader market's downturn. Communication Services also saw a decrease, albeit a more modest one at 0.41%.

Amidst the declines, Qantas Airways managed to buck the trend with its shares moving upward. This rise in Qantas' stock stood in stark contrast to Seven Group Holdings, which encountered a considerable fall in their share value.

On a more positive note, the mining sector provided some upbeat news. FireFly Resources and Metals Australia Ltd both reported encouraging exploration outcomes. FireFly Resources announced the expansion of their mineralization zone in Canada, suggesting a potential for increased resource estimates in the future.

Metals Australia Ltd shared news of high-grade graphite discoveries at their Lac Rainy Project in Quebec, which could signal promising developments for the company and its stakeholders.

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