Australia stocks lower at close of trade; S&P/ASX 200 down 0.14%

Australian stocks closed lower on Thursday with the S&P/ASX 200 index down by 0.14%. The decline was attributed to weaker commodity prices and global market pressures. Investors remain cautious amid ongoing economic uncertainties. The energy sector was particularly impacted due to falling oil prices. Overall, the market sentiment indicates a bearish trend as investors digest recent economic data.