Posted 2/19/2024, 2:48:45 AM
Mining Gains Lead ASX 200 Higher While LendLease Slumps on Profit Drop
- Mining sector leads gains on ASX 200, offsetting falls in other sectors like real estate
- A2 Milk shares up over 13% on better-than-expected results and outlook
- Developer LendLease biggest faller, down over 14% as profits slump in tough market
- Westpac profits dip with pressure on interest margins, in line with other bank updates
- Seven Group launches offer to acquire remaining 28.4% stake in building materials firm Boral