Aussie stocks saw a slight decline on Thursday, leaving the market on track for a significant weekly drop despite a calmer trading environment compared to Monday's sharp fall. Energy and mining sectors struggled, particularly with materials experiencing their fifth consecutive session of losses due to weak demand from China, pushing the sector to its lowest levels since November 2022. Notably, West African gold miners were hit hard following news of a new mining code. In company updates, Qantas shares fell over 2% as former CEO Alan Joyce faced a $9 million cut from his final pay while AMP emerged as the best performer of the day. As the week wraps up, attention turns to upcoming earnings reports from major Australian companies and inflation data from China. 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 ended lower overnight as recent volatility continues to subside. The US Federal Reserve is unlikely to make an emergency rate cut, while US bond yields rose after a weak 10-year auction and heavy corporate supply. The Japanese yen slumped after the Bank of Japan talked down rate hikes. Disney shares also dropped as demand for theme parks weakened. The ASX is expected to slip, dragged down by industrial metal prices, and the Aussie dollar eased on weak Chinese economic 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.

There were small gains for the market today as it slowly recoups the losses of Monday which was the worst day in almost four years.  Laura and Stevie reflect on this gain and look at the data that has aided it.  Japan is back in the conversation today as interest rates enter the discussion, The US looks to have another positive start to their next session, and they look at the sectors with a number of them seeing gains in excess of 1%. 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.

Markets have found some calm after experiencing their worst sell-off in two years, which was caused by the unwinding of the carry trade. Comments by Fed officials have eased US recession worries, while Japanese shares posted their best day since 2008. Meanwhile, Australian shares are expected to dip after the RBA ruled out an imminent rate cut, with their hawkish commentary on inflation leading to a rise in the Australian dollar. 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 has settled somewhat today after yesterday’s tumble which was fuelled by international data out of the US and Japan.  Laura is back with Stevie this afternoon to reflect on our recent local performance and to unpack the bounce back following the RBA’s interest rate decision.  They look at the sector performance across the board, discuss the biggest movers, and look at what could be ahead with the US market expected to open higher overnight. 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 experienced its third consecutive session of selling momentum, leading to a plunge in US stocks. The ASX is expected to open lower ahead of today's Reserve Bank interest rate decision. The 10-year US Treasury yield dropped to its lowest level in over a year, oil prices hit a seven-month low, and metal prices fell to a four-month low. Meanwhile, the Aussie dollar firms as the US dollar sank to a seven-month low. 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.

  Global markets faced one of their largest drops in years, with the ASX 200 experiencing it's steepest decline since May 2020. This drop follows disappointing economic data from the U.S., where slower-than-expected job growth and rising unemployment rates have raised concerns about an impending recession. Additionally, big tech stocks like Amazon and Intel posted significant losses, contributing to a correction in the tech-heavy NASDAQ. The Japanese market entered a bear market after interest rate hikes, and other regional markets, including Taiwan and South Korea, also saw significant declines. In Australia, almost all sectors were down, with attention now shifting to the Reserve Bank of Australia's upcoming interest rate decision due to be handed down 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.

Wall Street falls as investor fears shifted towards a slowing economy, with US recession concerns affecting the ASX. Technology stocks are under pressure as investors worry about the AI runway, and the NASDAQ has entered correction territory following weak US jobs reports. The ASX is set to open sharply lower, with oil prices hitting an eight-month low. 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 share market experienced its worst day of the year, with almost 90% of stocks in the red. This decline followed two consecutive days of record highs and could be attributed to profit-taking by investors. The US market also saw a slump, particularly in technology stocks, due to disappointing economic data. Key events to watch next week include the upcoming US jobs data and the Reserve Bank of Australia's 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and global markets. Wall Street falls on growth concerns, while Amazon plunges 5% on weaker-than-expected results. The Bank of England cuts interest rates for the first time in four years, and European automakers struggle with earnings misses. The chip stock route resumes, and falling commodity prices weigh on the Aussie dollar. 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.

After closing at a record high yesterday the market has continued to grow, starting the month with further gains.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the performance of local markets throughout July comparative to international markets, look at what inflation data and recent interest rate decisions could mean for rate cuts later in the year, and unpack the performance of each of the sectors with tech, property, and commodities all seeing boosts.  They discuss the stocks that stood out today and look at how tech earnings data could move markets in the days ahead. 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 reason to celebrate as the US Federal Reserve paves the way for a September rate cut. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ had their best days since February 22 of this year. Meta Platforms surged as sales surpassed estimates due to advertising growth, and oil prices jumped amid Middle Eastern tensions. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to start the month building on record highs. Home prices have risen for the 18th straight month, and the Greenback comes to the Aussie dollar’s rescue. 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 has ended the month on a high with today being the best day of the entire year.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the performance of the local market over the past month where four record highs were recorded, and they look at how quarterly inflation data impacted investors today finally providing the much-needed catalyst that they have spoken of for the past few days.  They unpack how this may impact the imminent interest rate decision, look at how the sectors performed with almost all stocks in positive territory, and the company news that received attention today. 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.

US technology names face selling pressure ahead of key earnings figures. Microsoft shares slide after slightly missing cloud revenue expectations. The Reserve Bank faces challenges with falling economic growth and rising inflation. US interest rates and Aussie inflation data are in focus, while chip shares fall as rotation into value stocks continues. Meanwhile, oil prices hit a seven-week low, and Rio Tinto will release its earnings today. 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 good news yesterday with gains all round but today those gains have been lost as the market struggles to find direction.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the performance of yesterday and how the local market today compared to US markets. With 7 in every 10 sectors locally dropping and energy and mining stocks weighing on the day the most they look at these losses in more detail, discuss the stocks that caught their eye, and look at what upcoming company news could do to the market as the week continues. 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 consolidates ahead of key central bank decisions and a slew of company news. McDonald's same-store sales growth turns negative for the first time since the pandemic. Microsoft earnings will be in focus tonight and Tesla shares rise on analyst upgrades. UK interest rates are at their lowest levels since April, and commodity prices continue to slide, with oil down almost 2%. Locally, the Australian corporate reporting season has kicked off, and the Aussie dollar carries the weight of weak commodity prices. 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 all 11 sectors seeing gains today the market has recovered from the losses of last week nearing another record high.  Roughly 75% of all stocks on the market saw increases with tech stocks performing the best, Laura and Stevie discuss this and look at the performance of the other sectors, and touch on the spike that the Star Entertainment Group has seen through this afternoon.  They unpack the numerous events that could shift the market this week and look at the stocks that moved the most. 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Australian and global markets. Technology stocks recover after recent losses, and investors brace for more AI-based earnings from Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet. Interest rates fall as the US Federal Reserve's meeting is anticipated to signal a rate cut in September. Locally, the ASX is expected to open higher despite headwinds from lower commodity prices, and the Aussie dollar continues its recent slide. 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 showed a partial recovery today, with the ASX 200 index rising by 59 points or 0.8%, despite still being on track for a weekly decline. The market's recent volatility has left it roughly 2% below its record high from two weeks ago. Miners led the gains, with energy and property stocks also performing well. Despite three days of declines this week, the market remains on course for its second-best month of the year, highlighting resilience amidst global economic fluctuations. Looking ahead, next week's key events include U.S. inflation data and significant tech earnings reports, which are expected to heavily influence market trends. 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets.US stocks experienced mixed fortunes last night as tech stocks underperformed, while the Dow Jones outperformed as stock rotation continues. Harley-Davidson reported increased profits due to strong demand for touring bikes. Closer to home, the ASX is poised to rise, supported by climbing energy prices, while the Australian dollar faces pressure from declining iron ore prices. 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 took a significant tumble today, marking it's biggest decline in 6 weeks, largely influenced by disappointing earnings from major US tech companies, Tesla and Alphabet. This led to a broad sell-off across all sectors, with tech stocks being the hardest hit. Key losers included Macquarie Group and Fortescue Metals, which faced challenges from higher costs and declining commodity prices. Despite the market downturn, Coronado Resources emerged as the top performer, while Regis Resources struggled despite strong production 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets.Wall Street experienced what Tom describes as a ‘stock smackdown’ with the likes of the NASDAQ posting its worst session since 2022 after Tesla and Alphabet earnings disappoint. The Bank of Canada has cut interest rates for a second consecutive month, while Ford shares slumped on disappointing earnings. Elsewhere, the ASX is expected to open lower today amidst multi-month lows in copper and iron ore prices. Additionally, the Australian dollar continued its retreat on lower commodity prices. 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 struggled for direction today, influenced by a melow overnight session in the US and anticipation for ket inflation data set to release on Friday. Eight out of eleven sectors declined, with property and energy stocks being the hardest hit. Despite the overall market lethargy, gold stocks shone brightly, with West African Resources and other gold miners posting gains.  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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets.Wall Street moderates as investors brace for a wave of earnings figures. Tesla reports disappointing earnings in after hours trade while Alphabet beats earnings expectations but falls short on YouTube ad revenue. United Parcel Service has had its worst day on record. Meanwhile, miners and energy shares drag the FTSE 100 lower and a subdued start to trade is expected in Australia today. 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 ASX had a comeback today, recovering losses from the previous day despite energy sector drags. Woodside Energy's shares plummeted by 3.7%, hitting a one-month low after a disappointing quarterly update and recent acquisition concerns. The overall market sentiment was boosted by positive cues from Wall Street, with tech and health care stocks seeing significant gains. Notable movements included Transurban's rise following a partnership announcement for motorway upgrades, PolyNovo's surge driven by growing demand for its burn treatment products, and a substantial increase in gold miner Spartan Resources' share price.   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 recovers after a volatile week, with the Dow Jones, NASDAQ, and S&P 500 all showing gains. Investors have regained composure following Joe Biden’s exit from the presidential race while earnings reports from tech giants Alphabet and Tesla are eagerly anticipated. Confidence has also returned to European stocks after a technology meltdown. Meanwhile, Aussie shares are expected to rise ahead of Woodside Energy's update, although commodities might put pressure on mining stocks. Overall, the market is displaying signs of composure despite ongoing challenges. 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.

Join Steve and Laura as they discuss the ASX extending its losing streak for a third consecutive session, currently down 0.6% and dipping below the 8,000 point mark. Contributing factors to the downturn include US-China trade tensions, a global tech outage, and Joe Biden's decision to quit the presidential race. South32's shares plummeted to a three-month low while Iris saw a surge after announcing a significant increase in earnings. Looking ahead, key updates include quarterly results from major companies and the US profit reporting season. 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.

Investors are cautious following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race. The US dollar is strengthening as investors anticipate interest rate cuts. Technology stocks have plummeted due to the global cyber outage, while safe-haven assets are in focus amidst US political uncertainty. In other news, oil prices have dropped to their lowest levels since June, copper has hit a three-month low due to China's economic gloom, and Aussie miners are on edge as commodity prices retreat. 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 share market is on track to post the worst session it has seen in 6 weeks.  Laura and Stevie reflect on this performance unpacking why it might not be all doom and gloom given that the market has seen continuing record highs.  They look at the international market moves that have impacted us locally, and the performance of the sectors where the materials sector and banking are causing declines.  They look at the big movers and what to expect in the days ahead. 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets.Wall Street experiences significant selling pressures overnight, leading to a decline in US stocks with both the NASDAQ and S&P 500 finishing lower. Meanwhile, Netflix beats analyst estimates as memberships rise while Dominos has its worst day since 2008. In Europe, stocks close lower as the ECB holds interest rates steady. Closer to home, the ASX is set to tumble due to concerns about demand in China and falling metal prices. 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 has seen a slight slide today on a day that Laura says ‘could have been much worse’.  She is joined by Stevie to unpack how the tech sector influenced that decline, the jobs data which did result in a slight dip this afternoon, and what to watch as the month progresses.  They look at the performance of each the sectors which have almost all seen declines, the biggest movers which include Domino’s as the worst performer, and the US data that is expected overnight. 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets. Chip makers experienced their worst day since March 2020 amid escalating US-China tensions following comments from Donald Trump. European markets were also impacted by declines in technology stocks, while the Dow Jones continued its rally to reach new record highs. Meanwhile, in Australia, shares are set to slip ahead of key jobs data, and energy stocks are in focus as oil prices soar. 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 ASX surged today, achieving its third record high in four sessions, driven by optimism over a potential interest rate cut in the US. Financials outperformed, hitting fresh highs, and Gold stocks shone, with notable gains for Evolution Mining and Northern Star. In corporate news, Drone Shield and Zip faced challenges, while Core Lithium and one luxury retailer experienced mixed fortunes. Investors are now keenly awaiting key profit results from major US companies and tomorrow's Aussie jobs report. 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets. The US saw small caps surge on rate cut bets and investors focus on investors bank revival. Meanwhile, a resource slump weighs on European stocks. The ASX is set to rise as gold hits a record high, with Aussie shares expected to rise ahead of BP releasing their quarterly numbers. Additionally, the Aussie Dollar eases. 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 has taken a breather after the historic heights of yesterday where it cracked 8000 points.  Laura and Stevie reflect on this recent performance also discussing the highs that have been seen in the US this year.  The materials sector has been dragging on the market today with property stocks seeing gains.  As a result, they unpack the mixed performance over the sectors, look at the stocks that moved the most, and the data out of the US that could shift markets overnight. 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 adviceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street ends higher as investors firm bets on Trump win. European luxury names slump on a weak outlook, while Apple shares hit a record on an optimistic outlook. Meanwhile, the ASX 200 is set to slip ahead of Rio Tinto results, and Aussie miners are under pressure from weak Chinese growth. 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 another market milestone today with a record high that puts the market up 80% on the lows that we saw during the peak of the pandemic.  Laura and Stevie unpack the inflation data that is keeping hopes alive for a US rate cut, look at how local economic data fared amid expectations, and the performance of each of the sectors all of which are in the green with tech stocks performing the best.  They also look at the stocks that caught their eye and the economic data that could shift markets this 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.

The ASX200 is set to hit 8,000 for the first time ever while mining stocks are in focus ahead of Rio Tinto’s production numbers. Wall Street hits new record highs despite US Banks retreat after mixed earnings. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities gather to discuss key economic outcomes and Tom and Ryan discuss how recent events involving Trump will impact the markets. 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 ASX soared to record highs today, buoyed by easing inflation in the US and speculation of potential interest rate cuts. This marks the first time since April that the ASX has reached such heights, closing up 0.8%. Among the notable developments, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) surpassed BHP to become the largest company on the Australian market. Key sectors like property and financials led the gains, with tech stocks as the only sector in the red. CBA's strong performance, rising by 17% this year, contrasted with BHP's 14% decline, driven by weak iron ore and nickel prices. Looking ahead, significant updates are expected, including US profit reports from major banks and key economic data from China.  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.

US stocks experienced an unexpected downturn despite better inflation figures. Technology stocks led the decline on Wall Street, while airlines slumped due to disappointing earnings. In contrast, luxury stocks gained in European trade. Commodity prices rose on a weaker US dollar, the Aussie dollar surged overnight, and futures point to solid gains for the local share market. 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.

US markets set their 37th record high of the year, lifting by 1%, positively influencing the Australian market and bringing it close to a record high. Key drivers included comments from US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggesting a potential rate cut. All 11 sectors on the Australian market were up, with notable gains in energy, materials, healthcare, and tech. Record highs were hit by companies such as CBA, REA Group, and JB Hi-Fi, despite the latter facing legal issues. Meanwhile, uranium miners soared due to Kazakhstan's tax hike on uranium production. Upcoming US inflation data and earnings reports are expected to further impact market movements. 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 ASX200 is set for solid gains at the start of trade, with futures pointing to a nearly 1% increase following new record highs in the US market. Oil prices have risen due to evidence of improving US demand, and precious metals have firmed as the Greenback softens. US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has reiterated his stance on rate cuts and technology names lead Wall Street higher. European markets have recovered from recent losses, and the Australian dollar remains steady against the Greenback. 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 has seen some declines, but Laura and Stevie explain how it could have been worse amid economic data coming out of China.  The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have decided to keep interest rates on hold, they look at the upcoming speeches and economic data that could move markets, and deep dive into the sectors and stocks which have seen mixed performance today. 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 S&P 500 edges higher, consolidating around record levels, while commodity prices ease as the US dollar gained. Overseas, European stocks retreat, particularly in mining and energy sectors. The Kiwi interest rate decision is expected today. Locally, futures point to a lower open for the ASX200, and the Aussie dollar remains steady at 67.4 US cents. 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 has bounced back today following the losses of yesterday.  Laura and Stevie start by discussing US markets which also saw some gains and then look to the local performance.  Locally all of the sectors ticked upwards today with financials leading the charge, the telecom sector is in the headlines, and they share the stocks that caught their eye in the past 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.

Wall Street continues to grind out the new trading week with record highs but investors are pensive ahead of inflation figures and earning season. European markets consolidated after last week's gains with energy and miners underperforming, while insurance and travel stocks improved. Commodity prices ease from multi week highs. Locally, investors are looking forward to consumer and business sentiment surveys and the Aussie dollar has eased as the Greenback finds its footing pointing to future gains for local shares. 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 week has started off quite poorly wiping out all the gains that took place last week.  Laura and Stevie unpack the happenings over the weekend that influenced this shift including jobs and unemployment data.  Nine of the eleven sectors saw declines today with materials and energy stocks dragging the most on the market.  Gold is in focus today as prices lifted, lithium is back in discussion, and they look to the week ahead. 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 ASX200 is expected to open in negative territory after a modest gain in the first week of the month. The US dollar continues to moderate supporting commodity prices with gold at 6 week highs. Technology names lead the way with the Nasdaq up more than 3% last week. ResMed finds support after its recent sell off and the Aussie dollar continues to gain against the Greenback. 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.