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The economy dominated day two of federal parliament with company tax cuts and wage growth leading discussion. But issues were set amid a broader global context - a plunge in Australian stocks, triggered by a dramatic tumble in the US.

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The economy dominated day two of federal parliament with company tax cuts and wage growth leading discussion. But issues were set amid a broader global context - a plunge in Australian stocks, triggered by a dramatic tumble in the US.

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