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Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics and Business Correspondent

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Election triggers period of uncertainty | History Defined

Federal election campaigns can be a period of great uncertainly for the nation's economy. (AAP)

After weeks of uncertainty, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has finally called the federal election for May 21, triggering a traditionally cautious period for both Australians and investors.

Australian shares look set for a firm start to a shortened trading week for the Easter holidays after a mixed closed on Wall Street.

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