Australian shares surged by 1.2% following fresh record highs in US markets, driven by expectations of potential US interest rate cuts, sparked by weaker-than-expected US economic data. Commodity prices also boosted local energy and mining stocks, with oil, gold, and iron ore prices all climbing. In company news, rumours of potential takeover bids for Santos sent its shares to a two-year high, while other resource firms faced challenges. Looking ahead, markets will watch for upcoming data from China and other global economic indicators.     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 hit new record highs overnight, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq performing well although the Dow Jones finished slightly negative. European markets rise on lower US interest rates and political developments in France. The Aussie dollar surges on the back of US dollar weakness, gold prices at one month highs and oil hits its highest levels in two months. Weight loss drug makers lose ground, while Tesla continues its revival. 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 has been a small gain today on the market but investors seem to remain hesitant overall.  Laura and Stevie unpack this mixed day which saw around half of the sectors improving.  Retail spending figures are the subject of conversation today despite these figures not having a huge impact on the market, they look at the standout stocks including Booktopia and Liontown, and the day 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.

Technology names lead Wall Street higher, Tesla shares up 10% on encouraging update, oil prices moderate as weather concerns ease and the Aussie dollar benefits from Greenback weakness. Investors look ahead to retail sales numbers locally and Chinese services figures anticipated. 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 is still waiting for a fresh catalyst it would seem as Laura and Stevie unpack two days of losses following a couple of weeks of near record highs.  With majority of the sectors in decline today they look at the big movers, and with energy one of the few to see gains this sector remains in focus.  Liontown is the top performer today, and Lovisa is the worst performing following doubts around store opening expectations.  They look to the day ahead and revisit the performance of Guzman y Gomez. 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 and European markets post modest gains on the first day of the month with US stocks gaining despite sharp rise in interest rates. European investors express relief following French elections and big tech names lead advance on Wall Street. 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 slow start to begin the new financial year.   Laura and Stevie reflect on a day where most of the sectors saw a decline.  They look at the materials sector in detail which did manage to rally today and unpack the reasoning behind that boost, reflect on the recent local market performance in comparison to international markets, and look at the stocks that were in focus 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.

Wall Street ends the final day in the trading week in negative territory and weaker economic figures from China to create headwinds in local shares. European investors pensive ahead of French polling results and Nike experienced its worst day since its listing in 1980, which reverberated throughout the leisure wear sector, leading to declines in companies like Lululemon, JD Sports, and Puma. 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.

Despite starting the session strongly, the Australian share market had a subdued finish to a week dominated by inflation concerns. Over the week, the market showed resilience, recovering from significant mid-week losses caused by worse-than-expected inflation data. Highlights included Mirvac's rebound after selling a major stake in a Sydney office tower, ANZ's acquisition of Suncorp's banking business, and Adore Beauty's acquisition of the premium brand iKOU. The upcoming US inflation data, French elections, and Australian retail spending data are set to influence market movements 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.

Wall Street shows only modest gains ahead of key inflation figures, while Aussie shares are expected to rise ahead of private sector credit data. A fall in US bond yields was outperformed by technology shares with server maker, Super Micro Computer, now the top performer on the S&P 500. European markets were mixed, with retail stocks performing poorly and Aussie shares were up neutralising yesterday’s decline.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 Australian share market experienced a significant dip, with real estate stocks notably plummeting due to a combination of ex-dividend trading and fears of rising interest rates. Inflation remains a pressing issue, with May's data showing a 4% increase, the highest in six months, leading to speculation about potential rate hikes in August or September. Despite overall market losses, tech stocks showed resilience, continuing their upward trend. Investors are also closely monitoring upcoming economic data and the US presidential debate for further market implications. 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 ahead of key inflation figures, while Aussie shares are expected to fall sharply as inflation data spooks investors. Micron Technology declined in late trading after its forecast failed to meet the sky-high expectations of some investors. Australia now has the highest inflation in the developed world, with commodity prices under pressure due to a push in the US 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.

Laura and Stevie start the episode by calling this a ‘terrible day on the share market’.  Join them as they unpack this on a day where Inflation data was significantly higher than expectations.  They look at how this has impacted market sentiment, discussions around rate hikes, and what further upcoming economic data could do to the movements that we saw today.  They talk through the stocks that caught their attention, sector performance, and reflect on the week overall. 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 thanks to a move higher for technology names. All eyes are on Micron Technology, which will release its third-quarter earnings report on Wednesday. Amazon, Meta, and Google are up 1% and Nvidia shows a significant rebound after falling for three straight sessions. In Canada, inflation numbers came in stronger than expected after cutting interest rates for the first time in four years. Australian shares are expected to open lower ahead of key inflation data, with the resource sector under pressure. 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 has reversed the losses of yesterday.  Laura and Stevie discuss this ‘bounce back’ and why it is surprising given the upcoming local and international inflation data.  They discuss how this upcoming data could impact the days ahead, consumer confidence in the current climate, and look at the sectors in detail with all of them spending the majority of the day in positive territory. 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 nervous start for Wall Street with tech stocks in reverse, while Aussie shares are expected to open higher ahead of KFC operator Collins Foods' results. US equities might be set to pause as investors await inflation data. ResMed's Aussie shares are under some pressure, while energy stocks and banks in Europe saw 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.

The market has started things cautiously this week reversing almost all of last week’s gains.  Laura and Stevie discuss this session which continued to get worse as the day went on and the two main catalysts that could impact markets through this week.  They look at today’s performance where almost all of the sectors have slipped, the stocks that were in focus, and what to expect across the final week of the month. 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 lack on conviction on the part of investors saw mixed fortunes for Wall Street on Friday.  Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets.  The ASX expected to fall as the Reserve Bank's inflation problem rattles nerves.  Nvidia shares appear to be cooling off the back of their record peaks. 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 and Stevie reflect on a week that has remained largely flat as they await a fresh catalyst to move them in either direction.  Inflation data may be the next thing to move the needle, and they look at the upcoming economic factors which could also impact the market in the week ahead.  Each of the sectors is looked at in detail with most in the green, Guzman y Gomez is back in focus, and they look at the other big movers. 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 treads water as investors return from a holiday.  We saw record levels but retreated by the end of the day.  While Aussie shares are poised to open higher.  The S&P 500 briefly topped 5,500 points before losing some traction.  European markets had a better tone, with central banks making interest rate decisions. 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 remained relatively flat today following a day of closed US markets.  Laura and Stevie unpack this performance which saw mixed results across the sectors and discuss why a lack of international economic data likely had a part to play.  The biggest listing on the share market in three years also went public today in the form of Guzman y Gomez, they discuss this launch and also look at the top performing stocks in this session. 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 were closed for the Juneteenth public holiday, while European markets showed mixed performance. The UK's inflation rate fell to the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in nearly three years, but core inflation remains high at 3.5%, with services inflation near 6%. Political uncertainty weighed on European markets, with the French market particularly affected by fiscal concerns. In commodities, oil prices dipped slightly, while metals like copper and aluminium saw gains. The Aussie dollar rose slightly, influenced by the Reserve Bank of Australia's cautious stance. Today, Australian shares are expected to open lower ahead of Guzman and Gomez's highly anticipated IPO. 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.

Following a day of significant improvements yesterday the market has today paused for breath.  Laura and Stevie discuss the part that yesterday’s RBA meeting could be playing in the stall of today, and discuss the company that is now 23 times larger than Australia’s biggest company.  The best and worst performing sectors are looked at as well as the standout stocks, and they look to 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.

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 reversing the losses of the past two sessions.  Laura and Stevie unpack this performance and deep dive into the outcomes of the latest RBA meeting where a neutral stance was taken.  Consumer confidence is considered, they discuss the one stock that weighed on the sectors, and look at the standout stocks for the day. 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 rallied as the S&P 500 hit its 30th record high this year, with the Dow Jones rising by 0.5% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq up by 1%. Meanwhile, European markets saw modest gains amid political uncertainty in France, where fiscal concerns are impacting bond yields. Australian shares are set to rise, awaiting the Reserve Bank's policy decision amid fluctuating commodity prices and a stable 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.

Another down day for the Aussie share market, join Stevie and Laura as they give an overview.  We saw a quiet day of trade ahead of the RBA handing down it's decision tomorrow.  The expectation being that there will be no change in the cash rate.  Paladin Energy stocks continue to see losses, while Tabcorp's stocks rose. 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 ended last week on a flat note after significant movements due to inflation data, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting modest gains while the Dow Jones dipped slightly. Apple surged to a record high, buoyed by its AI integration plans while in contrast, European markets struggled, especially in France, due to political instability. Meanwhile, Australian shares are expected to start the week lower, following a 1.7% decline last week, amid global market uncertainties. 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 and Stevie round off what was a challenging week for Aussie stocks.  We saw widespread losses and are on track for the worst week in two months.  The consumer discretionary and healthcare sectors performed well, while tech and mining sectors struggled.  Notable stock movements included Tapcorp, Boss Energy, Paladin Energy, and Deterra Royalties. 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 reached new highs as inflation fears eased, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq showing modest gains despite a slight drop in the Dow Jones. Lower inflation, indicated by flat consumer prices and declining producer prices, provided relief. However, industrial shares lagged due to economic slowdown concerns. In Europe, political instability and auto sector worries led to market declines, particularly in France and Germany. Meanwhile, Australian shares are expected to dip slightly amid mixed global signals.  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 is the first lift of the week for the Aussie market, though it has not fully rebounded from the last two challenging days. Join Laura and Stevie as they discuss the busy 24 hours that has been, including the latest US inflation rate report, the surprise from the US Federal Reserve's rate cut decision, the performance of companies such as ASX, Bubbs Australia, and A2 Milk and the latest strategic move from Qantas. Additionally, the introduction of Apple Intelligence has seen shares lift, overtaking Microsoft on the NASDAQ. 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 surged to record highs due to lower-than-expected inflation figures, leading to optimism in the market. The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ were up, while the Dow Jones lagged slightly. Inflation data showed minimal monthly increases, the slowest since August 2021, suggesting progress in controlling inflation. The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates but hinted at fewer rate cuts in 2024, causing mixed reactions in the market. European markets also saw gains, driven by improved US inflation data, although some local challenges persisted. Meanwhile, Australian shares are expected to rise ahead of crucial jobs data, reflecting global economic 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 Laura and Stevie as they take a look at the markets nervous start to the week.  Two consecutive days of declines, ahead of two high risk events tonight.  Why did consumer confidence just hit its lowest level all year?  Judo Capital Holdings saw gains after the ASX quarterly rebalance placed it in the top 200. 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.

Aussie shares are predicted to decline ahead of key inflation data from the US and China, meanwhile a significant $39 billion US bond auction sparked speculation about potential Fed rate cuts. Tech stocks, particularly Apple, saw gains amid new AI features while in Europe, political uncertainties led to notable market declines, especially in banking stocks. Commodity prices, including metals and oil, experienced fluctuations due to mixed global economic indicators, impacting the Australian market outlook. 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 the best week of the year, last week, markets have taken a nose dive.  What is contributing to this decline?  Join Laura and Stevie as they unpack the Australian stock market's rough start to the week, with the ASX 200 down by close to 1.5%.  Gold Miners took the biggest hits with declines close to 5.5%, the worst session for Gold Miners as a group since late September, 2022. 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 investors remain cautious as they await critical inflation data and a Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, which are anticipated to remain unchanged this week. Last Friday’s stronger-than-expected US jobs report highlighted the resilience of the labor market, raising doubts about potential rate cuts in September. Major US stock indices saw modest gains, meanwhile political uncertainties in Europe following far-right successes in elections contributed to market declines. Australian shares are expected to follow this trend amid upcoming local business confidence surveys and fluctuating commodity prices, notably oil and iron ore.   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 heads into the close on track to be the best week of the year.  Laura and Stevie unpack this third straight day of gains as we hover near record highs and look at the part that international interest rate cuts played in this shift higher.  Company news has been light today but energy stocks have seen some significant moves which they discuss, they look at the best and worst performers for the day and the week, and what could be expected to move markets as we head into the long weekend. 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 are back for your Friday morning.  The big news overnight, the Europeans cut rates.  Although, it may be seen as a reluctant move.  Wall Street takes a breather ahead of key jobs numbers and Aussie shares expected to open higher to end the 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.

Laura and Stevie are back today to unpack what they are calling a ‘cracker of a session’. The market is set to snap two weeks of losses as international rate cuts lift the mood for investors - a move which could spark discussions around local interest rate cuts.  All sectors were higher today, they discuss the stocks that saw the most significant gains or losses and address the upcoming economic data that 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss new record highs on Wall Street.  Hewlett Packard has been a standout overnight with strong gains, while Nvidia continued its AI driven run.  Aussie shares are poised to rise, as the Bank of Canada bolsters hopes for global rate cuts. And it's that time of the year where our performance reviews are being submitted so Tom and Ryan are asking you if you've enjoyed the podcast and if there's anyway they can improve?  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 a drop yesterday but today recouped those losses.  Laura and Stevie unpack how data that differed from what analysts were expecting played a part in this shift and how this data could impact the next RBA meeting.  Interest rates are back in discussion, each of the sectors are looked at as mining and technology stocks continue to take a hit, and they talk through the company news that moved markets 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss Wall Street's recovery on the back of softer employment figures, and the pressure on Aussie shares due to declining commodity prices. As the 5th of June unfolds, they delve into the implications of the Jolt Survey results, revealing the lowest level of US job openings in over three years, and what this means for the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. In Europe, markets faced downward trends with significant losses in energy stocks and commodities, while the local picture has the ASX 200 opening lower. 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 has taken a breath following a couple of days of impressive gains.  Laura and Stevie put mining and energy stocks under the microscope today as oil prices fell to their lowest in some time.  Iron ore also has taken a tumble while gold miners are on the increase.  They discuss the stocks that stood out today and look to the likely market movers in the day 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 analyse a challenging start to the new month on Wall Street, driven by a moderation in U.S. manufacturing and expectations for rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The Dow Jones dipped by 0.5%, while the S&P 500 hovered just below the positive line, and the NASDAQ managed a modest gain of 0.3%. There was a fall in oil prices following a less-than-convincing promise from OPEC to adjust output over the next year. European markets showed mixed results, with a particular focus on the anticipation of an interest rate cut from the European Central Bank. In the local market, shares are set to open lower due to slipping iron ore prices, which fell by over 6%. Plus, the first quarter current account figures and business inventories are expected, which will influence tomorrow's GDP 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.

The first trading day of the month started off with some solid improvements today.  Laura and Stevie unpack the international stocks that saw big moves across last month, and reflect on our local performance which has seen more timid growth.  They look at the performance of each of the sectors, why Lovisa shares took a tumble, the factors that impacted gold prices, and what to watch in the day 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 surged with the Dow Jones up 1.5%, its best session since last November, following benign inflation figures, while the S&P 500 rose 0.8% and the NASDAQ ended slightly negative. U.S. inflation data showed modest increases, easing concerns and prompting modest bond yield declines. European markets were buoyed by the positive U.S. inflation news, although European inflation figures presented mixed signals. Aussie shares are expected to start the week positively as Sydney home prices hit record highs. In commodities, OPEC extended production cuts, supporting crude prices, while gold and iron ore prices saw minor declines. 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 finished the month on a positive note, ending the most recent losing streak by being up around 0.9% today.  Some economic data out of China saw local markets dip momentary but this was quickly recovered.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the performance of the local market over the month, and discuss interest rates, economic data that we are expecting next week, and the stocks which performed above and beyond 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 stocks ended lower due to investor caution ahead of key inflation data, with declines in the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq. Bond yields saw modest drops, and US GDP growth for Q1 was revised down. Salesforce suffered its worst decline in nearly 20 years, while other tech stocks also fell. Oil prices dropped due to larger-than-expected stockpile declines, and gold prices inched up. The ASX 200 is expected to rebound after recent losses, supported by a stronger 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.