Economic Times Australia’s sharemarket begins week on a high: S&P/ASX 200 closes up 0.48%; check top gainers and losers and which were the best-performing sectors
Australian shares started the week strong on Monday, January 12, 2026. The S&P/ASX 200 index rose, boosted by gains in financials, consumer discretionary, and energy sectors. Higher oil prices also supported the market. Light & Wonder Inc. and Catapult Sports Ltd were among the top performers. Miners experienced a slight dip.