The Economic Times

Australian shares continue downward trend as S&P/ASX 200 closes lower; Bellevue Gold, DroneShield rise, ARB Corporation drops sharply, check top gainers, losers and top performing sectors

Australian shares saw a dip on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The S&P/ASX 200 index closed down. ARB CORPORATION LIMITED and LYNAS RARE EARTHS LIMITED were among the biggest losers, Bellevue Gold gained big. Utilities and Information Technology sectors performed well. The market remains below its 52-week high. Investors are watching global trade developments.