Australian shares close lower as spiralling pandemic stokes recovery fearsThe Australian energy index declined 2.9% on weaker oil prices. Santos fell 5%, while Woodside Petroleum lost 2%.
Australia shares end marginally down on country's bleak outlook; NZ closes higherThe S&P/ASX 200 index settled about 0.9 per cent lower at 5,206.90, after falling as much as 2.9 per cent earlier in the session.
Australia shares fall on weak China factory data; NZ flatThe index advanced for a fourth straight month in April, gaining 2.3 per cent.