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AI data centre boom and tariff cost squeeze: Four questions for Australia’s engineering and construction industry in 2026
Energy InfrastructureAlistair Vance

AI data centre boom and tariff cost squeeze: Four questions for Australia’s engineering and construction industry in 2026

Deloitte's 2026 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook shows that the U.S. industry is shifting from aggregate growth to structural replacement: commercial construction and manufacturing plants are contracting, AI data centers and energy infrastructure are expanding, while steel and aluminum tariffs of up to 50% have permanently raised the cost baseline. This article analyzes the transmission paths of this change to Australian engineering contractors, the resources and energy industry chains, and Asia-Pacific trade.

Australia Business

Corporate moves, capital discipline and regional growth

Coverage of Australian companies, investment settings and regional economic development for executives and analysts.

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Why ASEAN's next five years will determine Australian businesses' Asia-Pacific strategy
Australia BusinessSarah Jenkins

Why ASEAN's next five years will determine Australian businesses' Asia-Pacific strategy

Over 2026–2031, Southeast Asia's economy will see three major trends: market integration, infrastructure investment, and the growth of the middle class. This article examines, from an Australian business perspective, the profound implications of these changes for trade, mining, energy, and the digital economy.

Mining & Resources Spotlight

From Pilbara iron ore to battery minerals

Resource-sector reporting with commodity, region and company tags designed for long-cycle industry research.

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Mining ResourcesSarah Jenkins

Navigating Commodity Volatility: How Risk Management Has Become a New Growth Lever for Australian Resource Enterprises

Australian resource enterprises are facing multiple challenges, including business disruptions, cyber threats, price volatility, and tighter regulation. The latest report from Aon Group shows that risk management has shifted from a cost center to a value-driven engine. This article interprets the business logic behind industry insights and how Australian mining companies turn risk into a competitive advantage.

Asia-Pacific Trade Briefing

Ports, logistics and export markets in motion

AusBizDaily follows the trade lanes linking Australian producers with Asia-Pacific buyers, including port throughput, cold chain, freight pricing and market access.

Asia Pacific TradeSarah Jenkins

Australia and Vietnam deepen comprehensive strategic partnership: critical minerals, semiconductors, and clean energy enter the supply chain cooperation framework

In August 2026, Australia and Vietnam deepened their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, signed agreements on defense, agriculture, and border security, and incorporated critical minerals, semiconductors, and clean energy into supply chain cooperation. In the first half of the year, bilateral trade rose 22% year-on-year to US$8.1 billion.

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Six desks for Australia's commercial economy

Energy Infrastructure
Energy Infrastructure

AI data centre boom and tariff cost squeeze: Four questions for Australia’s engineering and construction industry in 2026

Deloitte's 2026 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook shows that the U.S. industry is shifting from aggregate growth to structural replacement: commercial construction and manufacturing plants are contracting, AI data centers and energy infrastructure are expanding, while steel and aluminum tariffs of up to 50% have permanently raised the cost baseline. This article analyzes the transmission paths of this change to Australian engineering contractors, the resources and energy industry chains, and Asia-Pacific trade.

Market Outlook
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Australian Residential Property Market 2026: Regional Divergence Intensifies, Supply Bottlenecks and Interest Rate Dynamics Reshape Investment Landscape

In 2026, the Australian residential market shows significant regional divergence: Perth's annual growth reached 22%, Brisbane 17.3%, while Sydney and Melbourne saw stagnant monthly growth. Supply shortages, population growth, and interest rate hikes jointly influence the trend. This article analyzes city-level data, foreign investment policies, and forecasts from KPMG and NAB, providing investors with an in-depth analysis from a commercial perspective.

Market Outlook Analysis

Macro signals without the noise

Property, consumption, rates and long-term structural shifts are tracked for readers who need Australian market context.

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Market OutlookJames Sterling

Australian Residential Property Market 2026: Regional Divergence Intensifies, Supply Bottlenecks and Interest Rate Dynamics Reshape Investment Landscape

In 2026, the Australian residential market shows significant regional divergence: Perth's annual growth reached 22%, Brisbane 17.3%, while Sydney and Melbourne saw stagnant monthly growth. Supply shortages, population growth, and interest rate hikes jointly influence the trend. This article analyzes city-level data, foreign investment policies, and forecasts from KPMG and NAB, providing investors with an in-depth analysis from a commercial perspective.

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