CommSec Market Update

It's been a rollercoaster week for the Aussie sharemarket, ending with a drop of around 55 points, breaking a recent winning streak. Despite early-week gains, the market finished down, with mining and banking sectors leading the losses. However, the energy sector was the standout, surging nearly 7% over the week, driven by rising oil prices amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Dividends were also a highlight, with over $11 billion paid out, including major players like BHP and CSL. Looking ahead, key events include US job data, Australian RBA minutes, and more dividend payouts.

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October has had a rocky start, with Middle East conflicts raising concerns over oil supply. Strong U.S. services sector data has pushed the U.S. dollar to a six-week high. In company news, Levi Strauss shares fell after delivering a disappointing revenue outlook, though the company hopes its new campaign for Levi's Jeans featuring Beyoncé will boost sales. Meanwhile, Tesla's top data executive is departing ahead of their upcoming Robotaxi event. Locally, Australian shares are expected to slip as material stocks decline, with home lending data set to be released today.

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The Australian market remained flat today, with the ASX200 barely moving despite earlier declines. Investors were cautious due to escalating Middle East tensions, which drove mixed performances across sectors. Energy stocks, typically buoyed by rising oil prices, saw sluggish performance due to weak coal stocks like New Hope, which also traded ex-dividend. Real estate stocks outshone others, while financials and materials dipped. A major highlight was the $7.5 billion in dividend payouts from BHP and Woodside, contributing to one of the year’s biggest days for dividends. Despite market volatility, companies like Fletcher Building and Sigma Healthcare saw strong gains due to positive broker outlooks and merger news.

 

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US investors remain cautious, reflecting on recent economic and geopolitical developments. Strong job data has dashed hopes for a second major Fed rate cut. In corporate news, Nike shares declined after postponing its investor day due to an upcoming CEO change. Salesforce gained on AI initiatives while Tesla shares fell after the EV maker misses delivery estimates. In Australia, markets are expected to open flat, pressured by tensions in the Middle East.

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The market has closed slightly down again today.  Laura and Stevie discuss this performance and the international news which may have aided this move.  Energy stocks were the clear winners today recouping some of their recent losses and with only three sectors seeing gains they reflect on how those sectors impacted the overall market performance.  They discuss the stocks that saw significant moves today with KMD Brands and Sigma Healthcare getting attention, and look to the days ahead.

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Global equity markets have retreated amid escalating Middle Eastern tensions, with oil prices surging 5% after Iran's missile attack on Israel. The tensions have also driven bond yields lower, boosted gold, and strengthened the US dollar. Meanwhile, a major US port strike could cause inflation. Technology stocks saw a sharp decline, with Apple shares falling as analysts and investors debate demand for the latest iPhone. Closer to home, Australian shares are set to edge modestly higher as the new quarter begins.

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We have ended the three-day winning streak today as the market looks set to close with one of the worst days in a month.  Laura and Stevie reflect on this recent solid performance thanks in part to the first US rate cart and stimulus out of China and look to what could be ahead for this month based on historic data.  Interest rates remain in focus with hopes of a significant cut in November dulled, they unpack the latest consumer spending data, and look at the performance of individual stocks and sectors.

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It’s the first day of a new month and Wall Street has seen modest gains following Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments. The S&P 500 secured its fourth consecutive quarter of gains, marking its longest winning streak since 2021. In company news, Tesla shares surged ahead of its Robotaxi debut. Meanwhile, Chinese markets are closed for Golden Week. Locally, the ASX 200 posted its best September quarter since 2013, though Aussie shares are expected to slip from record highs on Tuesday.

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It was a strong close for Australian stocks at the end of the month and quarter, with the ASX 200 rising 0.7%, marking three consecutive days of gains. The materials sector outshone others, bolstered by China's economic stimulus, pushing miners like BHP and Rio Tinto up by 11% over September. Key drivers of market performance included easing U.S. inflation and the potential for another interest rate cut in the U.S. in November. A2 Milk’s stock surged, driven by China's economic stimulus and expansion talks, while energy stocks rebounded following recent dips. Investors also closely monitored commodities, with gold falling despite a strong week.

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Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the week ahead in Aussie and global markets.
US markets rose for the third consecutive week, with the Dow Jones closing at a record high, driven by a strong performance in energy stocks. In corporate news, US retailer Costco dropped nearly 2% following weaker earnings. Oil prices increased on Friday as investors weighed Chinese stimulus measures against rising Middle Eastern supply. Chinese interest rate cuts also boosted iron ore prices. Meanwhile, the ASX 200 is expected to open higher on Monday, ahead of key Chinese manufacturing data and earnings reports from Liontown Resources.

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