Australian markets end on a lower note

Australian markets ended the last trading day of the year on a weak note, with banks, miners and discretionary consumer firms leading losses.

The benchmark S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.92 percent to 8,159.10, marking its lowest close since Dec. 20. The broader All Ordinaries index settled 0.89 percent lower at 8,420.50.

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