Tom and Ryan look at the downgrade of the U.S Government credit rating and what this means for the markets today. Meanwhile Aussie shares are expected to open lower ahead of trade and retail spending data. Tom looks at the performance of some insurance stocks and Ryan previews the Bank of England’s interest rate decision. Plus the team have the commodities and the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market was down today, finishing up with the worst day in a month. All 11 sectors were down today after all of them seeing gains yesterday. Travel company Helloworld was among the top performers today and EVT limited who own Thredbo, and various hotels and cinemas were down following a downgrade in expectations.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look at U.S stocks which are treading water as investors await a flood of economic and corporate news. They discuss yesterdays RBA decision. And Ryan looks into a sharp fall in European markets focusing on under pressure German Automakers. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August is off to a great start with the market ending higher and interest rates on hold for a second meeting. All 11 sectors finished in the green with tech coming out on top. Bedding company Adairs was up after a logistical update and telco TPG was up after receiving a takeover offer. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan start local today where the ASX is expected to start positive. Meanwhile they look at U.S performance for July which adds to 5 straight months of gains. The team preview today's RBA rate decision and Ryan marks the start of Australia’s corporate reporting season. Plus the team have this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the first day of the week and the last day of the month, which means we’re looking back at July and looking ahead to August. The question on everyone’s lips, will we get a rate hike tomorrow? It was a volatile end to the month, but the key index recovered in the final two hours of trade to end higher by around 7 points or 0.1%. Eight of 11 sectors were higher with Healthcare up 0.6%. For the month the ASX200 rose 2.9% with Energy leading the way, up 8.8%.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street has pushed higher off the back of better than expected inflation figures. Meanwhile Aussie shares are expected to begin the week on the front foot as Tom and Ryan look forward to a key decision on interest rates tomorrow. Plus the team discuss the importance of todays Chinese manufacturing figures and Tom has the commodities and AUD. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The winning streak is over with the Aussie sharemarket following the US lead, ending lower on Friday. The ASX/S&P 200 index fell by 52.3 points or 0.7% with the All Ordinaries index down 56.5% or 0.7%. The ASX 200 index rallied by around 45 points in the last 90 minutes of trade but couldn’t claw back the morning losses. Only two sectors ended higher with Utilities up 0.1%. But Property trusts lost 2% and Materials fell 1.2%. All sectors rose over the week with Energy up 3.4%. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mixed results from the U.S overnight as the Dow Jones snaps its longest winning streak since 1987. Ryan looks into strong performance from fast food giant McDonalds. Tom discusses European rate hikes. Ryan previews consumer spending figures back here in Australia. Plus the team have this mornings AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief economist Craig James is back once again for tonight’s market close update. Aussie shares continue to move towards record highs on Thursday  Both the All Ordinaries and ASX 200 indexes rose near 55 points or 0.7%. Nine of 11 sectors rose. The materials sector saw declines today after numerous days of gains and real estate came out on top. US interest rates hit an all time high The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan unpack the rise in U.S interest rates to 5.5%, which is the highest in 22 years, and what this meant for the market. Meanwhile the ASX is expected to open flat today following yesterdays inflation data. Ryan looks into a Wells Fargo stock buyback and Tom gives an update on Rio Tinto’s results. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market closed in the green today, hitting a 5 month high. 8 of the 11 sectors finished up with materials on top once again and real estate on the bottom. Inflation data decreased to 6% today, which was lower than expected and will there be an interest rate increase in the US? The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dow Jones has performed well again hitting its best winning streak in 6 years. Meanwhile Wall Street has climbed on big tech enthusiasm. Ryan looks into Aussie shares which are expected to open higher today ahead of crucial inflation data. Plus the team look at this mornings commodities and the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market was back up after 2 days of losses, gaining almost half a percent. Despite the gains, only 4 of the 11 sectors ended in the green today, with materials coming out on top. Dominos was back in the spotlight again after being the worst performer today. Looking ahead, inflation data tomorrow and big tech profits out in the US tonight. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look into strong Dow Jones performance ahead of a week of earnings and economic data. They highlight AMC shares which have climbed off the back of the Barbenheimer phenomenon. Plus they dissect lithium production results and bring you this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a new week and the market has closed down by 0.10%. 7 of the 11 sectors ended higher despite the losses, with energy coming out on top and materials on the bottom. Telix Pharmaceuticals was a top performer today after a rocky week last week and Core Lithium had their worst day in over a year. It’s going to be a big week ahead with US interest rates and inflation data out locally! The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig joins Ryan today as they reflect on another milestone for the Dow Jones. Ryan looks into developments in Ukraine which could impact key commodity prices. Plus they look ahead to a big week of central bank action and Aussie inflation data.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a bitter end to the week with the market closing down by 0.15%. 5 of the 11 sectors finished higher, energy was the best performer while tech took a hit, lowering 2.73%. Coronado Resources lifted after its earnings results. But Newcrest fell on the back of disappointing earnings results from its US takeover bidder Newmont. Ahead next week, inflation data will be in focus in Australia. Overseas, interest rate decisions by the US Federal Reserve and ECB will take the spotlight. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig joins Tom this morning as they look at U.S stocks which posted mixed results off the back of the latest earnings figures. Craig looks at what recent jobs figures mean for interest rates. Tom looks into some of the key European markets. Plus the team look into this mornings commodities as well as the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market closed up marginally today by just 0.02%, with 8 of the 11 sectors finishing lower. The health care sector came out on the bottom today while the financial sector saw another day of gains. The jobs data released today was stronger than expected and Telix Pharmaceuticals were the worst performer on the market today after they released quarterly results The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look at the Dow Jones this morning which has jumped for its eighth straight winning day. Meanwhile U.K inflation cools offering some relief to the Bank of England. Ryan looks at Aussie jobs data in which is in focus today. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market was up on Wednesday after 3 day of losses. Only 2 of 11 sectors fell, led lower by miners. Banks were the standout for a 2nd day while energy stocks showed strong improvement. Imugene and Brainchip were the top 2 performers after both being granted US patents. Locally tomorrow, jobs data will be in focus which could impact the next interest rate decision. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S stocks advance overnight spurred by solid bank earnings and tech strength. Meanwhile oil prices climb on the back of expected economic support in China. Mixed retail report weighs on U.S government bonds and Rio Tinto is set to release a production report today. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market closed lower for a second session with 7 of the 11 sectors in the red. Healthcare and financials were on top today, with companies such as CSL seeing gains. The RBA July minutes were released today which gave investors insight into upcoming interest rate decisions and finally, what's happening tomorrow? The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look to U.S stocks which posted pensive gains overnight. Meanwhile Aussie shares are expected to fall ahead of todays Reserve Bank meeting minutes. Weak Chinese growth casts a shadow over luxury goods stocks. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new week has begun with the market ending it’s 4 day winning streak, closing just 0.06% down. 7 of the sectors finished higher despite today’s losses. Endeavour group, owner of Dan Murphy's and many hospitality venues, was down after new pokies regulations in Victoria. A big week ahead with data out from the US and the latest RBA meeting minutes expected. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look at Wall Street’s Friday performance and what that means for the upcoming week. They discuss the ramifications of the new RBA appointment. Plus they preview Chinese economic data out today and Tom looks at this mornings AUD and commodities. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market saw another day of gains on Friday with 9 of the 11 sectors lifting. This lead to the best week for the market since November last year. Michele Bullock has been named the next RBA Governor, replacing Philip Lowe in September. Mining and energy stocks were standouts today insurance companies were down. Stay tuned for a big week ahead next week  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S stocks have lifted yet again off the back of better than expected inflation figures. Meanwhile Aussie shares have lifted as well in response. Ryan looks into Swatch shares which rallied overnight driven by a rebound in China. And the team look at some breaking news regarding RBA Governor Philip Lowe. Plus this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the informati4n before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian share market has enjoyed its best day in 6 months off the back of an encouraging inflation slowdown in the U.S overnight. Meanwhile China is expected to extend some policies to support its ailing property market following further disappointing trade data today. Plus the team look into some star performers today including Alliance Aviation Group who surged off the back of a deal with Incitec Pivot.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team look to Wall Street first this morning where they're celebrating better than expected inflation figures. Ryan looks at Aussie shares which are expected to open higher ahead of Chinese trade data. We look at some interest rate movements in Canada overnight. Plus commodities and AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aussie market extended its gains to a second session with 8 of the 11 markets lifting. Tech company Megaport was the top performer for a second day, while Bellevue Gold did worst, but this follows a big lift yesterday. Looking ahead, inflation figures out of the US will be in focus. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team start with U.S shares this morning which have ended higher ahead of key inflation data. Tom looks into U.K wage growth which has hit record highs. Ryan previews RBA Governor Phillip Lowe’s speech today. Plus the team have this mornings commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market ended up today by 1.50% after 4 days of losses. All sectors gained today with tech coming out on top, thanks to Megaport's shares being up 33%. Gold miners stood out today and funeral home operator Invocare was up after news delaying a potential takeover offer. Coming up, what will we hear from the RBA tomorrow and will NZ raise interest rates? The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S shares snap a 3 day losing streak as traders await inflation data. Ryan looks at some key chipmaker shares off the back of U.S/China talks. In Australia the team look at Aussie business and consumer confidence surveys. Plus Tom has the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market saw declines for a fourth session today, dipping to just 7004 points. Tech was the only sector to gain today, with consumer staples worst off. Today's decline was following inflation data out of China which deepened concerns about the state of its economy. Ardent Leisure who own Dreamworld rose after reporting a 70% lift in revenue over the year and Magellan Financial Group continued to fall. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S stocks continue to retreat overnight as job figures point to more rate hikes. The ASX 200 is set to kick off in positive territory today having suffered its worst week of the year. Tom and Ryan look ahead to the economic news of the week. Plus they have this mornings commodities as well as the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aussie market tumbled by 1.7% today, following a negative lead from Wall Street after economic data pointed to more rate hikes than previously expected. Only 8 of 200 stocks on the ASX200 lifted today and unsurprisingly, all 11 sectors were down. Regis Resources was best after a record year of gold production and Paladin energy declined after announcing it wasn’t able to secure the sale of its Canadian joint venture. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street records sharps losses as labour market strength stokes rate hike fears. And Australian shares look set to end the week in a disappointing fashion as a result. The team look into the launch of Threads, a brand new twitter rival. Plus Ryan looks into todays oil prices and Tom has the AUD.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stevie and Laura are back for the Thursday market close update. It was another day of losses for the ASX 200, with tech being the only sector seeing minor gains. This was after concerns around the state of China’s recovery after questions around its ability to repay its property debt emerged today. BHP was the worst performer today and dragged the market after a rise in iron ore prices and fund manager Magellan fell 8% after recording $2b in outflows in June. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team look to the U.S this morning where markets have reopened after the Independence Day holiday. Meanwhile the Australian sharemarket is expected to have another poor session after a disappointing night on Wall Street. And Ryan looks at Meta’s new platform which will rival Twitter.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura is back with Stevie once again for the CommSec Market Update, returning on a day where the ASX has taken a dip.  With US markets closed overnight they unpack the state of the market explaining how data out of China impacted numbers today.  They share which 9 sectors saw a fall today, look at some successes in small mining and energy stocks, and unpack what to expect in the coming 24 hours. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Wall Street closed for Independence Day Tom and Ryan look to the European markets this morning. Ryan unpacks the RBA’s decision to pause rate hikes. Tom explains how U.S petrol prices can affect the election, plus the team look at some key commodities this morning plus the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stevie is flying solo for tonights market close update. The market closed up for a third session along with 6 of the 11 sectors. This was after the highly anticipated interest rate announcement resulted in unchanged interest rates. There have been 12 rate hikes since May 2022 and encouraging signs of slowing inflation last week. Find out which stocks improved following the Aussie central bank’s decision, what might be next for interest rates and some key things to watch in the next 24 hours. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan digs into some housing data this morning and also looks at pay increases which are on the rise. Meanwhile it was a quiet session on Wall Street after an early close for Independence Day. Plus the team look at commodities and the AUD. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new financial year is off to a good start with the first day of ending with a positive finish. 9 of the 11 sectors also finished in the green with tech and healthcare being the only ones in the red. Costa Group was the top performer today, just in front of United Malt Group, who were up today after agreeing to a takeover deal from a European company. Coming up, will we get another rate hike tomorrow? The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Ryan look to the U.S where Wall Street celebrates following a lower inflation reading. Back in Australia house price gains ease as further rate hikes expected. And the team look to the week ahead, plus review this mornings AUD and commodities. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s new financial years eve and the market celebrated by finishing in the green, along with 8 of the 11 sectors. The market ended in positive territory for the week, the month, the quarter and the financial year. Downer EDI was the best performer after winning a $4.6b contract with the QLD government. Imugene rose after making progress in its cancer treatment study. Ahead, the Reserve Bank will hand down its interest rate decision on Tuesday at 2:30pm. Laura and Stevie also discuss the highlights of this financial year. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.