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Lockdowns throw travel plans into chaos | ticker VIEWS

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5 years ago

June 29, 2021

The domestic travel market in Australia has been recovering quite well in recent months, but is that all about to change?

Recent lockdowns in Australia are threatening the travel market as states close borders to one another.

A growing cluster in New South Wales has spread to other parts of the nation, with Queensland, Darwin and Perth now facing troubled times.

Four cities have been declared hot spots and are now in lockdown.

Other surrounding states such as Melbourne, Victoria have snapped the border shut to infected states in hopes to curb the spread.

But this recent uptick in cases in a nation that once prided itself on managing the virus, is bad news for the travel market. Airlines, hotels and destinations that rely on tourists to earn a dollar, are right now anxiously awaiting what governments next announcement.

Flights grounded, again

Hundreds of flights right around Australia have been cancelled as borders are snapped shut, meaning passengers either dump holiday plans or spend two weeks in quarantine or simply, cop a fine from police for crossing the border (that’s if they don’t have permits).

Airlines will now have to cop the financial losses with customers forced to cancel travel arrangements, further resulting in airline crews again being stood down.

Travel agents in overdrive

Travel agencies around Australia are now working overtime to rebook passengers and for some, assist them with cancellations.

Lauren McLean of Flight Centre Australia says during these times of uncertainty, it has never been more important to book through an agent.

That’s because travel agents have the power and ability to bargain with airlines and hotels on refunds and policies to best suit the customer, meaning they do the nitty-gritty.

“We are on the phones with airlines all day”

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U.S. stocks falling amid AI worries and weak earnings

U.S. stocks decline amid AI concerns, defensive sectors rising; traders eye commodities, jobs data, and currency trends for insights.

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1 day ago

February 13, 2026

Harvey Vargas

U.S. stocks decline amid AI concerns, defensive sectors rising; traders eye commodities, jobs data, and currency trends for insights.

U.S. stocks are tumbling as investors grow concerned over AI profitability and disappointing earnings. Defensive sectors are attracting attention ahead of the upcoming CPI report, while market participants are carefully watching how tech-heavy AI stocks are influencing broader indices. Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX notes that these factors are shaping market sentiment.

For traders, commodities like gold and oil are also playing a role in sentiment, providing hedges amid market uncertainty. The January jobs report and unemployment data are adding further context, with potential implications for Federal Reserve policy.

Market expectations for rate cuts are shifting as investors weigh economic indicators against global market dynamics. Traders are also eyeing currency movements, including the Australian Dollar and Japanese yen, for signs of broader economic trends.

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Wall Street tumbles as tech stocks face AI disruption fears

Wall Street falters as tech stocks dive amid AI anxieties; 2026 seen as critical for proving AI investment returns.

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1 day ago

February 13, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Wall Street falters as tech stocks dive amid AI anxieties; 2026 seen as critical for proving AI investment returns.

Wall Street took a sharp hit as tech stocks plummeted amid growing investor anxiety over artificial intelligence. Markets reacted strongly to uncertainty about how AI could disrupt major sectors, leaving investors on edge. Kyle Rodda from Capital.com explains why investors are nervous about what’s ahead.

Cisco Systems’ quarterly results added to the market jitters, while defensive sectors gained attention as investors sought safer bets. Analysts describe 2026 as a ‘prove it’ year for AI, with companies needing to demonstrate real returns on their ambitious investments.

The January Consumer Price Index report and rising concerns over AI’s impact on transportation companies further weighed on sentiment. Investors are now closely watching major tech firms for signals on how AI spending will shape future market performance.

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U.S. jobs report, Fed decisions, and Japan’s economic risks explained

January US jobs report sparks uncertainty; analysts debate impact on Federal Reserve policy and market confidence.

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2 days ago

February 12, 2026

Harvey Vargas

January US jobs report sparks uncertainty; analysts debate impact on Federal Reserve policy and market confidence.

The January US jobs report shows a mixed picture for the economy, with payroll revisions and steady unemployment leaving analysts questioning the impact on Federal Reserve policy. We break down what the numbers mean for interest rates and market confidence.

US stock markets could face turbulence as investors digest the latest jobs data. David Scutt from StoneX explains how these figures may influence equities and what the outlook is for global markets.

Meanwhile, developments in Japan and a strengthening yen could spark new macroeconomic risks. From carry trades to unexpected shocks, we explore how these factors ripple across the global economy.

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