BHP’s big gamble, ASX & AUD tumble, COVID could trigger more RBA support
FEAR & GREED | Business News
<p><strong>Wednesday 18th August 2021 </strong></p>
<p><strong>BHP will divest its oil and gas business, buy into potash, and drop its London listing in the biggest change for the company in two decades.</strong></p>
<p>Also today:</p>
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<li>The local share market tumbles on disappointing earnings results, while the Aussie dollar falls below 73 US cents.</li>
<li>The Reserve Bank leaves open the possibility of providing more support for the economy</li>
<li>And another dreadful day on the COVID front.</li>
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