The ASX 200 continues trading near all-time highs, lifting 0.1% to close February with its strongest monthly performance since May last year, up 3.5%. Block's shares surged 30% following workforce reduction announcements, while retail giants Coles and Harvey Norman fell 8% and 7% respectively due to disappointing earnings. The Australian dollar maintains strength above 71 US cents, reaching three-year highs.

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ASX 200 reaches highs as February delivers strong gains

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