Steve and Laura delve into a tough day for the Australian market as investors grapple with unexpected inflation data. The ASX200 plunged 1.3%, marking its worst performance in months. They analyse the factors behind this decline, focusing on the surprise jump in April's inflation rate to 3.6%, which has fuelled concerns over prolonged high interest rates.  There were broad market losses across all 11 sectors, with significant hits to consumer staples, discretionary, industrials, and financial stocks.   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 didn’t return refreshed from their long weekend.  Tom and Ryan discuss this sluggish performance, the lift in treasury yields, and the part that discussions around interest rate ‘hikes’ played in pushing interest rates higher.  They look at the economic data set to influence local markets today, and the current standing for 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.

The market has remained cautious today.  This could partly be down to closed international markets but is also likely the result of upcoming inflation data.  Laura and Stevie discuss this sentiment, and how tomorrow’s data could move markets.  They look at the market moving stocks from today and what to expect as the markets that have remained closed internationally reopen. 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 muted trading in the US overnight by virtue of a public holiday, US futures were up slightly. Plus, Ryan and Tom break down a key change in the US stock settlement process, moving from a two-day to a one-day settlement cycle, aimed at reducing risk and increasing market liquidity. European markets rose, buoyed by positive business sentiment and expectations of future interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank. In Australia, the ASX200 is set to rise, supported by commodity price movements and April retail sales 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.

While the market ended down last week it is today back on the incline.  Laura and Stevie reflect on what has been a positive last few months for the market, and talk through the stocks that aided the rebound today.  They look at the upcoming economic data to expect as the US and UK market are set to remain closed, and what to expect locally 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and Global markets. US markets ended on record highs last week helped by the outlook for inflation. With a public holiday for the US on Monday, the main focus this week is on inflation, with expectations for a small rise in the personal consumption expenditures price index. European markets reflect on higher inflation numbers in the UK and uncertainty over interest rate cuts. Australian shares end down, but the market seems more focused on the moderation in different parts of the economy rather than the challenging inflation outlook. Commodity prices are mixed, with oil and iron ore prices under pressure. Lend Lease plans to sell $4 billion worth of international assets and end its overseas construction divisions. 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 rough session for the Aussie market as interest rate concerns remain on the radar.  Laura and Crag reflect on the week, and the impact that US economic data had on the Aussie market today.  They discuss the stocks that caught their interest today and what the weekend could bring to the table. 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 declined as stronger-than-expected economic data raised concerns about prolonged high interest rates, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and NASDAQ all falling. Market volatility continues as investors react daily to new data, particularly the US Purchasing Managers Index showing the highest business activity in over two years, potentially increasing inflation. Rising US bond yields and a repricing of rate futures reflect expectations of limited rate cuts in late 2024. Sector-specific news saw Boeing's negative forecast impact the Dow, while Nvidia's strong performance buoyed tech stocks. 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 down leading into the close.  Laura and Stevie look at what could have been behind this drop by diving into the two sectors that drove the decline, and the part that the US central bank minutes played as well.  They look at the stocks that were the biggest movers today and look at the economic data to come 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 break the news on the highly anticipated earnings results of Nvidia released just minutes ago. Plus, they delve into the recent market movements influenced by the US Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes, which indicated a more hawkish stance on inflation and interest rates, leading to a sell-off in US stocks. Target was the big looser of the night, as well as outlooks for two rate cuts this year, with analysts projecting just one on the horizon this year. Tom and Ryan also give the latest updated on BHP's takeover bid for Anglo-American, having been given one more chance to put together a more attractive binding 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.

The market remains cautious this week.  Laura and Stevie reflect on this breather and look at how it performed today.  They look at the New Zealand interest rate decision, the performance of each of the sectors and the stocks that received attention.  Telstra and Webjet are among those discussed, and they also look at what could be on the cards 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 discuss Wall Street's latest record highs, with the Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ posting modest gains. They explore Nvidia's upcoming earnings report, which is anticipated to show substantial revenue growth driven by high demand in the data-center business. They also highlights the Federal Reserve's cautious stance on inflation, the latest movements in commodity prices, and updates from major companies like Amazon, IBM, Tesla, and Palo Alto. Additionally, they touch on the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's interest rate decision and the economic landscape in Europe and Canada, offering insights into various market dynamics and expectations for the local Australian 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.

The market ran out of steam today following a run toward record highs.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the strong run that we have seen, and how the lack of economic news is fuelling this wait and see moment for the market.  They explain the impact of the recent budget announcement, the performance of stocks in the materials sector which have seen a drop back following recent highs, and why Star Entertainment and Telstra made headlines 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 AI boom is continuing to move markets according to Tom and Ryan, with anticipation mounting for Nvidea's earnings report due tomorrow. Across the board, US stocks showed mixed outcomes with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 down slightly while tech stocks like the Nasdaq and Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose. European markets saw moderate gains, led by aerospace and defense sectors amid geopolitical tensions, with miners benefiting from rising copper and gold prices. The Reserve Bank of Australia's meeting minutes highlighted inflation risks and a high bar for rate hikes, while the Australian dollar fell despite higher 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.

Laura is back alongside Stevie today on a day where the market is in the positive.  The ASX was today within half of a percent of a record high.  They unpack the catalysts for this including US inflation data and look at the performance of each of the sectors.  Star entertainment has skyrocketed around 20% today, they discuss this and some of the other big movers while looking at what could be on the way for 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.

The Aussie market is opening to mixed signals from Wall Street, where the Dow closed above 40,000 for the first time. Excitement surged as Reddit's stock jumped 10% following a new AI partnership with OpenAI, and Nvidia's sky-high earnings expectations underscored the booming AI sector. European markets softened amid stable inflation but anticipated rate cuts, while the Australian market edges towards record highs driven by positive Chinese industrial production and massive government intervention in its property sector. Amid rising oil and gold prices and a slightly stronger Aussie dollar, all eyes are on the earnings reports from Elders and Xero, set to steer the tech sector's course. 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 week with a pause.  Craig joins us solo to look at the international data that likely drove this stall, and to reflect on a week which saw impressive highs yesterday.  Craig looks at the big movers from today, the company reports which influenced these moves, and what could be on the horizon before 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.

Despite starting strong, markets wilted towards the session's end, with the Dow Jones, the S&P 500, and the NASDAQ down. The ASX 200 is expected to follow suit with a 0.5% decline. Notable market movements include Walmart's historic day, Chubb's stock rise after Berkshire Hathaway's stake revelation, and John Deere's profit forecast trim affecting machinery sector stocks. Looking ahead, attention shifts to Chinese economic data, with indicators suggesting a pullout from a lull as the economy heads into the second quarter.  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 us solo today on a day when the market is at record highs.  He unpacks the data overnight that catapulted local markets deep diving into interest rate cuts, higher than expected jobs figures, 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.

US indices soar to unprecedented heights on the heels of surprising CPI figures, signaling potential rate adjustments according to Tom and Ryan. With tech surges and retail eyes on Walmart, markets react to US economic data. European markets remain steady as commodities gain ground amid a dollar dip. Anticipation mounts for the Aussie market as the ASX 200 is poised for gains and the Aussie dollar hits a four-month high, closing strong   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 job figures and US inflation has investors watching closely today.  Craig and Steve look at how this upcoming data could impact the local market and of course deep dive into the outcome of the federal budget.  They discuss how the market reacted, what the outcomes could do to inflation, and the state of the Aussie market as a result.  They also look at the day ahead, discuss the stocks that saw the most attention today, and unpack the performance of each of the sectors. 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 & Ryan as they dissect how markets shrugged off hotter-than-expected producer inflation numbers in the US, focusing instead on Jerome Powell's hints of a potential inflation decline. Attention will now turn to the CPI report tonight for further insights. European markets show mixed responses, influenced by discussions of rate cuts and corporate news. Locally, the focus is on the federal budget's impact, with anticipation around the wage price index indicating ongoing wage growth. Commodity markets experienced fluctuations, notably in oil, gold, and iron ore prices, influenced by various factors including supply concerns and defaults in China's property 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.

The market has remained quiet today as investors wait for the coming data influx later this week.  Craig and Steve chat through those upcoming market movers, in particular the federal budget and US inflation data.  They discuss some of the speculations, the stocks that caught their eyes today, and what to watch in the hours 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.

US investors tread cautiously ahead of pivotal inflation figures, setting the tone for a mixed start in Australia where BHP faces rejection from Anglo-American for the second time. Hosts Tom and Ryan navigate through the day's market movements, from modest shifts in US indices to European markets' softness, unpacking corporate highlights including Apple's tech ambitions and Walgreens' strategic moves. The spotlight shines on the Australian budget forecast, revealing a clash between Treasury and Reserve Bank on inflation outlooks.  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.

Last week was great for Aussie investors but this week has kicked off a touch more cautiously.  Craig and Steve discuss this breather and look at the meaningful market movers that are going to come through in the days ahead including the federal budget.  They discuss if rate cuts are still on the agenda, the two companies that most heavily weighed on the Aussie market, and what to expect 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.

From Wall Street's cautious optimism to the European markets' record highs, Tom and Ryan cover it all, including intriguing tidbits like McDonald's $5 meal deal and China's economic indicators. With the Aussie shares poised for a dip and key inflation data looming, this week is set to have analysts on their toes! 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 managed to claw back some of yesterday’s losses today.  Laura and Stevie reflect on what overall has been a positive week – the best since late March and look at the performance of each of the sectors.  They discuss the big movers of the week, the data that has come out that has influenced these shifts, and look at what could be on the cards for the local market across the 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they delve into the impact of rate cut expectations on Northern Hemisphere stock markets, dissecting the implications of jobless claims and employment trends for investor sentiment. Despite reporting strong quarterly performance, including a near-doubling of earnings per share and record-high bookings, Airbnb's stock fell by 7%, highlighting the market's sensitivity to forward guidance from companies. The ASX is expected to end the week higher, driven partly by positive earnings results from companies like Life360 and QB Insurance 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 has been an ugly day for the market today with declines across the board.  Laura and Stevie discuss this abrupt end to the gains, look at the international economic data that could impact markets overnight, and pre-empt the week ahead which will be rife with local data.  They look at the winners and losers in each of the sectors with a quarter of the market’s losses related to one company, and what could move markets 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.

As US markets tread cautiously in anticipation of forthcoming inflation data, the spotlight shifts to Sweden's unexpected interest rate cut by the Riksbank, signalling potential ripples across commodities and mining sectors. 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 stagnant today following several days of gains that saw the market up 3%.  Laura and Stevie discuss the slow to this winning streak, look at some of the big movers both internationally and at home, and unpack what to expect 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.

 With US stocks consolidating and Aussie shares expected to build on recent gains, the focus is on the Reserve Bank of Australia's surprising decision regarding interest rates. Despite an upgrade in inflation forecasts, the RBA maintained a neutral stance, leaving investors grappling with mixed signals. Tom and Ryan dissect the complexities of the RBA's messaging and its implications for market sentiment.   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 and Steve today deep dive into the data that came out of the reserve bank board decision and how that data impacted the local market as interest rates remained on hold.  With us ultimately seeing a third day of gains for the Aussie market Craig and Steve look at the winners across each of the sectors - with 9 in every 10 companies seeing increases, and look at the economic indicators 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.

 US investors return with optimism, driving a positive start to the week with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all posting gains. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index also sees a notable rise. Amidst discussions on potential interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve, Tom and Ryan navigate through the intricacies of market sentiment, buoyed by solid earnings reports and geopolitical developments, including a ceasefire proposal in the Israel-Hamas conflict. And attention shifts to Australia's Reserve Bank today, set to announce its interest rate decision against a backdrop of strong domestic inflation and tightening job market conditions.   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 another small lift for Aussie investors to start the week – a third consecutive trading day of gains.  Craig and Steve unpack this and discuss the market sentiment as an interest rate decision nears.  They look at the performance of each of the sectors, talk through the stand out stocks that have caught their eye, and look at the economic data to expect in the coming 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.

Join Tom and Ryan as they deep dive into the impact of falling bond yields and interest rate expectations on Australian shares, particularly emphasising the potential implications for property, technology, and consumer discretionary stocks. They analyse Wall Street's recent surge following hints of a potential softening stance on US inflation in the wake of Friday's job data, and speculate on the Reserve Bank's stance at this week's meeting. Additionally, they discuss corporate earnings reports, focusing on Westpac's anticipated results and the broader performance of the financial sector.  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 Laura once again today on a day that was positive for the Aussie market with a second straight run of gains following the mid-week falls.  They unpack the latest economic data, look at the stocks that saw large movements today, and pre-empt what could be on the cards across the 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 delve into the resurgent technology sector leading Wall Street higher, with a focus on US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's reassuring message to markets. They dissect the impact on rate-sensitive technology shares, Glencore's rumoured interest in entering the Anglo-American takeover discussion, and the release of US non-farm payroll figures.  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 US markets caught attention last night with interest rate discussions suggesting that it isn’t all doom and gloom.  Laura and Craig discuss this announcement which ruled out rate hikes, how the jobs figures could shift the Aussie market at the end of the week, and the performance that we saw 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.

In a whirlwind day on Wall Street, investors hang on every word from Jerome Powell, causing a roller coaster of market reactions. Meanwhile, Aussie shares brace for a lower opening amidst anticipation for National Australia Bank's key earnings 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.

The market has declined today following in the footsteps of international movements.  Laura and Stevie recap the sector performances of the past month and then look to their performance today.  They talk through some of the big market movers for the day and look to what could lie ahead for the Aussie market ahead of upcoming international announcements. 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 faced downward pressure overnight due to reinvigorated inflation concerns, leading to expectations of a similar trend in Aussie shares, anticipated to start May on a negative note after experiencing their worst month since October. Stronger wages data in the US fuelled fears of inflation and prompted a downturn in the stock market, which could result in a hawkish pivot by the US Federal Reserve at tonight's meeting. Tom and Ryan also discuss developments in commodity markets, such as fluctuations in oil and gold prices, along with Australian home price data and the ongoing BHP-Anglo American deal. 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 key earnings results and market moving data are expected this evening, Craig and Stevie discuss what investors should be watching and the impact that this could have on the market.  While performance has been mixed today, they unpack each of the sectors looking at the big winners and losers, give an update on interest rate expectations, 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.

Amidst a bustling week of corporate updates, Wall Street sees incremental gains, pushed by Tesla's remarkable overnight surge of 15%. The Dow Jones edging slightly upward and NASDAQ following suit, while retail spending data and promising earnings reports fuel investor optimism. Despite ongoing pullbacks, market sentiment remains buoyant with the majority of US companies surpassing expectations. Anticipation builds as Amazon prepares to report earnings, though Apple faces anticipated 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.

The nasty falls of last Friday have seen some recovery following US performance over the weekend.  Laura and Stevie unpack this US performance and the inflation data that drove those moves.  They look to local markets where the majority of the sectors are in the green, talk through some of the big movers, and what to expect for 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.

Aussie shares are anticipated to make a comeback after Friday's turmoil according to Ryan and Craig, buoyed by Wall Street's stellar performance, which marked its best week since November. The investment in AI and cloud computing seems to be paying off with gains from Microsoft, Amazon and Nividia, albeit Apple experienced a decline. The US central bank is due to meet again, with analysts expecting rates to hold steady, echoing the concerns that inflation is here to stay until at least September.  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 the public holiday yesterday and school holidays which would usually result in a quiet week the market was anything but quiet.  Laura and Stevie unpack the declines on a day that has seen movement amid interest rate conversations, the US data that also played a part, and look at some of the big movers – one in particular playing a huge part in the losses of 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 Ryan and Craig as they dissect the market implications of BHP's bold bid to take over Anglo American, with a keen eye on the copper market. Stagflation is on the minds of analysts as inflationary pressures persist, while the facebook parent company Meta stumbles in revenue, alongside IBM and Caterpillar's. AstraZeneca however made an ascent, while Alphabet rockets skyward with a breathtaking 12% surge.  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.