Global Markets | Australian shares are rising as BHP hits a record high after a first-half profit margin

Australian shares rose on Tuesday, lifted by BHP after the world’s largest listed miner rose to a record with stronger first-half results, setting the tone as earnings season begins for the resources sector. The S&P/ASX 200 ‌ extended gains to close ⁠0.2% higher at 8,958.90 points, building on Monday’s 0.2% gain. With US markets closed […]