The Aussie share market started strong but lost steam by the close, ending slightly lower and breaking its winning streak—despite upbeat economic data from China. Energy, mining, and healthcare stocks dragged the market down, while major banks and gold stocks lifted. On the flip side, Mineral Resources tumbled after two board resignations, and Rio Tinto dropped on weak quarterly results. Investors are eyeing key U.S. economic data and an interest rate decision from Canada tonight, while tomorrow’s Australian jobs report will be crucial in shaping expectations for a potential RBA rate cut in May.

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