The Australian share market fell for a second consecutive session as materials and financial stocks led declines. The ASX 200 faced headwinds from weak iron ore sales negotiations with Chinese buyers and banking sector pressure. European debt concerns and US interest rate signals added to market caution. Energy stocks provided support on oil price gains amid geopolitical tensions. Key inflation data arrives next week ahead of late October US policy decisions.

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