The Australian share market experienced a challenging week, with most sectors in the red and the ASX 200 down nearly two-thirds of a percent. Key factors include investor caution ahead of U.S. jobs data, which could influence interest rate decisions, and a postponed OPEC+ production increase due to weaker demand. Notable company movements included Iluka's 10% drop following cost blowouts, Collins Foods' ex-dividend dip, and a broker downgrade for Domino’s Pizza. On the brighter side, utilities showed resilience, APA Group gained on favorable regulatory news, and gold stocks rallied on merger announcements. The RBA's meeting next week and U.S. job figures remain pivotal for market direction.

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