SYDNEY — Netflix viewers in Australia are binge-watching a diverse mix of new releases and returning favorites in March 2026, with prehistoric documentaries, live-action anime adaptations, heartfelt romances and period dramas topping the charts.
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As of mid-March, streaming data from Netflix’s official Tudum rankings, FlixPatrol daily trackers and industry reports highlight five standout series dominating the Australian Top 10 TV list. These shows reflect a blend of fresh premieres that landed early in the month and evergreen hits boosted by new seasons or renewed interest.
Here are the five most popular Netflix series in Australia right now, based on viewership trends, days in the Top 10 and audience buzz through late March 2026:
1) The Dinosaurs: Season 1 This four-part Netflix documentary series, which premiered March 6, has surged to the No. 1 spot on Australia’s TV chart in recent days. Narrated with stunning CGI recreations, it explores the rise, dominance and extinction of dinosaurs, appealing to families, science enthusiasts and fans of natural history content.
The series quickly climbed rankings after launch, holding strong positions on FlixPatrol and Tudum data for the week of March 9-15. Viewers praise its educational yet entertaining format, with high rewatch value for younger audiences. It’s part of Netflix’s push into high-production documentaries this month, and its top ranking underscores Aussies’ appetite for informative programming amid a busy streaming slate.
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2) ONE PIECE: Season 2 The live-action adaptation of the iconic anime returned with Season 2 on March 10, rocketing to No. 2 on the Australian chart. Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat crew continue their Grand Line adventures, facing new foes like Marine Captain Smoker in this candy-colored pirate epic.
Critics and fans lauded Season 1’s faithful yet accessible take on the source material, and early buzz suggests Season 2 delivers even bigger set pieces and character moments. Its rapid ascent reflects strong loyalty from anime and adventure fans Down Under, where the franchise has a dedicated following. Days in the Top 10 continue to climb as word-of-mouth spreads.
3) Virgin River: Season 7 The long-running romantic drama dropped new episodes March 12, propelling it to No. 3 on Australia’s most-watched list. Mel Monroe (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson) navigate love, loss and small-town life in this comforting series based on Robyn Carr’s novels.
Season 7 picks up after major life changes, with familiar faces returning amid fresh storylines. Its consistent performance highlights the show’s enduring appeal as cozy escapism, especially popular among viewers seeking emotional, character-driven stories. It has held steady in the Top 10 for weeks, benefiting from binge-watch momentum.
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4) Bridgerton: Season 4 The Regency-era sensation remains a powerhouse at No. 4, with the latest season (including recent additions) drawing massive audiences. Focused on new leads amid the ton’s scandals, balls and romances, Bridgerton continues to captivate with lavish production, steamy moments and sharp social commentary.
Though not a March premiere, fresh episodes and ongoing cultural buzz keep it in heavy rotation. Australian viewers, who have embraced the series since its 2020 debut, contribute to its global dominance. Tudum data shows it racking up high view hours, cementing its status as a perennial favorite.
5) Vladimir: Limited Series This new romantic dramedy, starring Rachel Weisz as a professor entangled in an obsessive crush on colleague Vladimir (Leo Woodall), premiered March 5 and quickly landed in the Top 10. Blending humor, tension and psychological depth, it draws from Julia May Jones’ novel and features strong supporting turns from John Slattery and Jessica Henwick.
Its fresh premise and acclaimed cast propelled it into rankings shortly after release, with viewers praising Weisz’s nuanced performance. As a limited series, it offers complete viewing in one go, making it ideal for March binge sessions. It rounds out the top five with strong early momentum.
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Other notable mentions in the broader Top 10 include “Dynasty: The Murdochs” (a buzzy four-episode docuseries released March 13), “Mark Rober’s CrunchLabs” (family-friendly science content), “Heartland” (long-running Canadian drama) and “The Night Agent” (thriller holdover).
March’s lineup has been packed, with additions like “Heartbreak High” Season 3 (Australia’s own teen drama finale, arriving later in the month), “War Machine” (a high-profile film but boosting related buzz) and various reality and docuseries. The month’s releases — from pirate adventures to dino deep dives — have kept subscribers engaged amid autumn weather encouraging indoor viewing.
Netflix Australia’s charts show a healthy mix of originals, returning hits and niche favorites, with family-oriented and escapist content leading the way. Data from FlixPatrol and Tudum (covering periods like March 9-15 and daily snapshots) confirm these five as the clear standouts in viewership.
As March progresses, expect shifts with upcoming finales like “Heartbreak High” Season 3 and any late-month surprises. For now, dinosaurs, pirates and Regency romance rule Australian screens, proving Netflix’s broad appeal continues to thrive Down Under.
Europe’s top central bankers warned that the escalating war in the Middle East would drive up inflation and knock growth.
The conflict is threatening the global economy, but Europe is seen as particularly vulnerable because of its dependence on imported energy. European-natural gas prices have nearly doubled since the conflict began.
“The war in the Middle East has made the outlook significantly more uncertain, creating upside risks for inflation and downside risks for economic growth,” ECB President Christine Lagarde said Thursday.
The European Central Bank and its counterparts in the U.K., Switzerland and Sweden all left rates unchanged Thursday. That follows the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep rates steady a day earlier. The Bank of Canada and the Bank of Japan have made the same call this week.
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Amazon is reportedly developing a new smartphone more than a decade after scrapping its Fire Phone, with plans for an AI-driven device integrated with Alexa and its broader services ecosystem.
The tech giant’s new effort is called “Transformer” and is being developed within the company’s devices and services unit, according to Reuters, citing four people familiar with the project.
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The outlet said the new phone could be a mobile personalization device able to sync with the voice assistant platform Alexa.
Details about the anticipated price of the phone, along with Amazon’s financial commitment to the project and revenue projections, were not immediately clear.
The Amazon logo is displayed on the façade of Amazon Germany’s headquarters in Parkstadt Schwabing, Munich, Bavaria, Jan. 27, 2026. (Matthias Balk/picture alliance via Getty Images / Getty Images)
Sources told Reuters the project’s timeline is also unclear, noting it could still be scrapped.
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An Amazon spokesperson declined to comment to Reuters. Fox Business has reached out to Amazon for comment.
Amazon introduced the Fire Phone in 2014, packaging the product with a free year of Amazon Prime.
Amazon is reportedly developing a new AI-driven smartphone integrated with Alexa, marking a potential return to the highly competitive mobile market. (fizkes/iStock/Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)
While the smartphone was launched with a lot of hype, it received mixed reviews with complaints ranging from a lackluster operating system to its high price, which was initially $649.
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The company canceled the smartphone after just 14 months, taking a $170 million charge for unsold inventory, Reuters reported.
Apple and Samsung together commanded about 40% of global smartphone sales last year, according to Counterpoint Research, a market Amazon would now be reentering with its reported new device.
The logo of Amazon’s Alexa+ is displayed on a screen during an Amazon Devices launch event in New York City Feb. 26, 2025. (Reuters/Brendan McDermid / Reuters)
According to Reuters, the new smartphone would include personalization features that would allow users to easily access Amazon.com, Prime Video and food delivery apps like Grubhub.
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The project is focused on integrating artificial intelligence into the device, which could eliminate the need for traditional app stores, the outlet added.
Fuchs SE (FUPBY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call March 20, 2026 7:00 AM EDT
Company Participants
Andreas Schaller – Head of Investor Relations Stefan Fuchs – Chairman of Executive Board & CEO Esma Saglik – CFO & Member of the Executive Board
Conference Call Participants
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Martin Roediger – Kepler Cheuvreux, Research Division Michael Schaefer – ODDO BHF Corporate & Markets, Research Division Anil Shenoy – Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Angelina Glazova – JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Matthew Yates – BofA Securities, Research Division Sebastian Bray – Joh. Berenberg, Gossler & Co. KG, Research Division
Presentation
Operator
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Dear ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Full Year Results 2025 Analyst Conference Call of FUCHS SE. This conference will be recorded. [Operator Instructions]
May I now hand over to Andreas Schaller, Head of Investor Relations at FUCHS SE, who will start the meeting today. Please go ahead.
Andreas Schaller Head of Investor Relations
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Thank you, Nadia. Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. This is Andreas Schaller speaking. On behalf of FUCHS SE, I wish you a very warm welcome to today’s conference call on the annual results of 2025 and the outlook for 2026.
With me on the call today is our CEO, Stefan Fuchs; and our CFO, Esma Saglik. As always, Esma and Stefan will run you through the presentation, which is then followed by a Q&A session. All the documents for this call are available on our homepage, and we assume that you have them in front of you. Please be also aware of our disclaimer on the last page of our presentation. And now it’s my pleasure to hand over the call to Stefan for some introductory remarks. Please go ahead, Stefan.
Stefan Fuchs Chairman of Executive Board & CEO
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Xiaomi has officially revealed the Xiaomi YU7 GT, a high-performance electric SUV designed to compete with rivals like the SU7 Ultra.
This sleek “coupe-SUV” combines sporty styling with family-friendly practicality, while subtle upgrades, like flush door handles and a roof-integrated LiDAR sensor, signal advanced autonomous driving capabilities.
Massive Battery and Long Range
According to the information shared by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the YU7 GT is powered by a 101.7 kWh battery pack weighing 666 kg. Xiaomi claims a cruising range of up to 650 km under CLTC testing standards. With some configurations potentially reaching 705 km, we could see more of this under more rigorous testing.
While real-world range may be slightly lower, this positions the SUV among the leaders for long-distance EV performance. Tesla was the brand previously known for remote EV driving, but now, Chinese brands like Xiaomi take the cake, and they are cheaper than their Western counterparts.
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Spacious, Comfortable Interior
Measuring 5015 mm long, 2007 mm wide, and 1597 mm high, the YU7 GT offers a 3000 mm wheelbase, ensuring ample legroom for passengers. Xiaomi has balanced sporty aesthetics with practicality. Its interior prioritizes comfort, usability, and modern design for next-gen vehicles.
Supercar-Level Performance
According to Arena EV, its dual electric motors deliver an all-wheel-drive system, with the front motor producing 288 kW and the rear generating 450 kW, totaling an astounding 738 kW (approximately 990 horsepower).
This power enables a top speed of 300 km/h, rivaling Italian supercars, while maintaining a family-oriented SUV design. Large sport wheels, red brake calipers, and oversized discs ensure precise handling and stopping power for the 2460 kg vehicle.
Personalization and Modern Styling
Xiaomi offers buyers a variety of customization options, including trim pieces, side mirrors, rear spoilers, decals, and brake caliper colors. The rear design features a sleek full-width taillight and diffuser-style bumper, sticking to the SUV’s aggressive yet refined appearance.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 203.72 points, or 0.44%, to close at 46,021.43 on Thursday, March 19, 2026, extending a string of declines as persistent inflation fears and a surge in oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. The benchmark index pared steeper intraday losses, having dropped nearly 500 points at one stage, reflecting volatility driven by economic data and energy market dynamics.
Dow Jones Futures Plunge Over 600 Points as Weak Jobs Data, Oil Surge Weigh on Markets
The broader market finished mixed to lower. The S&P 500 declined 0.27% to 6,606.49, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.28% to 22,090.69. Eight of the 11 S&P 500 sectors closed in the red, with materials, consumer discretionary and consumer staples posting the steepest losses. The Dow’s performance marked the second consecutive day of declines, contributing to a month-to-date drop exceeding 5% in some sessions earlier in March — on pace for its weakest monthly showing since 2022.
Thursday’s session followed a sharp sell-off the prior day, when the Dow plunged 768.11 points, or 1.63%, to 46,225.15 on March 18 — its lowest close of 2026 at that point — after hotter-than-expected producer price index data and Federal Reserve comments reinforced worries about sticky inflation. The index briefly breached below its 200-day moving average, a technical level watched closely by traders.
Key drivers on March 19 included renewed pressure from crude oil prices, which spiked amid supply concerns and geopolitical tensions in energy-producing regions. Higher energy costs fed into inflation expectations, prompting caution among investors. Boeing led decliners among Dow components with a 2.28% drop, followed by McDonald’s (-1.95%) and 3M (-1.63%). On the upside, Chevron gained 1.39%, Cisco Systems rose 1.15% and Goldman Sachs added 0.58%.
Futures trading early Friday, March 20, showed limited movement. Dow futures hovered near flat to slightly positive in pre-market hours, trading around 46,051 as of early Asian sessions, suggesting a subdued open. Traders awaited further economic indicators, including any follow-through from recent Fed signals on interest rates. The central bank held steady in its latest meeting but highlighted ongoing vigilance on inflation, contributing to market jitters.
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The Dow’s recent volatility contrasts with earlier March strength. On March 17, the index closed at 46,993.26 after modest gains, and March 16 saw it end at 46,946.41. However, broader month-to-date performance turned negative, with the index down roughly 2-5% depending on the tracking period amid choppy trading. Year-to-date, the Dow remains positive overall but has shed ground from peaks above 50,000 earlier in the year.
Analysts attribute the pullback to a combination of factors: elevated inflation readings pressuring rate-cut expectations, energy-driven cost pressures and lingering uncertainty over global supply chains. Oil’s surge above recent levels amplified concerns that consumer spending could soften if gasoline and heating costs rise further.
Despite the downturn, some sectors showed resilience. Energy names benefited from higher crude, while certain tech and financial components held up better than expected. Volume on the New York Stock Exchange reached approximately 484 million shares for the Dow-tracking session, indicating solid participation.
Looking ahead, market participants eye upcoming data releases, including consumer sentiment surveys and any corporate earnings previews that could influence sentiment. The index’s proximity to key support levels — including the recent lows around 45,700-46,000 — will be watched closely for signs of stabilization or further downside.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average, comprising 30 blue-chip stocks, serves as a barometer for U.S. economic health and investor confidence. Thursday’s close at 46,021.43 reflects ongoing adjustments to a higher-for-longer interest rate environment and external pressures from commodities.
As trading resumes Friday, March 20, focus remains on whether the index can rebound from recent lows or extend the correction amid broader macro uncertainties. Investors continue monitoring Fed rhetoric, energy markets and inflation trends for directional cues in the near term.
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