CommSec Market Update

Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the upcoming week in Australian and global markets. Last week, Wall Street had its best performance of 2024, following its worst week just prior. The world now braces for a potential Fed easing after a 36-hour rate rollercoaster. Meanwhile, Walmart shares rallied to an all-time high. Locally, gold hit a record high and Aussie shares are expected to test their own record today, although Chinese economic data may weigh on the market.

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The Aussie market came close to a record high before losing momentum, ending the day up just 0.3%. U.S. inflation data suggests a likely 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed next week, which could spark global market reactions. The Australian market saw mixed sector performances, with materials leading gains due to higher commodity prices, while financials lagged. Gold miners surged after a record high in gold prices, and several companies traded ex-dividend. Looking ahead, key global economic data and central bank decisions, particularly from the U.S., Japan, and the UK, could influence markets. The upcoming Aussie jobs report will also be crucial before the RBA's decision on September 24th.

 

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Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss Wall Street's recent performance, highlighting positive trends in the US markets and the impact of inflation data. They also explore how producer price data suggests a smaller US rate cut may be on the horizon. Meanwhile, Nvidia continues its tech rebound, and European shares rise following an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank. Closer to home, Aussie shares are poised for a higher open, supported by a softer US dollar and record-high gold prices.

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The Aussie market had a strong day with all sectors posting gains, pushing the ASX 200 close to its best day in four weeks. This upward trend followed a mixed U.S. inflation report that eased recession fears, boosting global markets. Tech stocks, led by WiseTech, reached record highs, while energy stocks rebounded slightly due to rising oil prices. Financials and materials saw mixed results, with BHP dropping post ex-dividend trading. Meanwhile, lithium and uranium miners experienced notable gains due to supply concerns and strategic shifts, setting the stage for further market activity influenced by upcoming global economic data and decisions.

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Technology stocks led Wall Street higher despite a mixed inflation report, with Nvidia spearheading the rebound following the post-CPI sell-off. The world's largest lithium miner surged on production cuts in China, while oil prices jumped as a U.S. Gulf hurricane spurs a short covering. BHP is trading ex-dividend today, and Australian shares are expected to rise ahead of the Commonwealth Bank's household spending insights report

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The market was flat for the majority of today but dipped slightly toward the end of the session ahead of upcoming inflation reports.  Laura and Stevie unpack what could be expected there and how that data could move markets locally.  They discuss the stocks that saw the largest moves with some of the best performers of late having been some of the worst today, investigate the company news that moved markets, and whether the presidential debate had any impact.

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Wall Street has seen mixed results as investors remained cautious ahead of key inflation data. JP Morgan led a bank sell-off after tempering revenue expectations, while Tesla, Oracle, and Nvidia pushed the NASDAQ higher. Oil prices settled near a three-year low due to a weak demand outlook. Meanwhile, Australian shares are expected to edge higher on Wednesday ahead of the RBA economic update and discussions surrounding REA Group's takeover talks with Rightmove.

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Laura and Stevie are back on a day which saw a slight lift.  Consumer confidence data and discussions around rate changes start the podcast today, and they reflect on the international movements that impacted local markets with data out of China under the microscope and US performance potentially playing a part.  With most sectors in the green there was fresh records to be seen today, and Apple was in focus following their announcements overnight.

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US investors pounce on discounted stocks, leading to a rebound in the market. Apple unveiled the iPhone 16 yesterday, showcasing its new AI features. Oil prices edge higher as a hurricane approaches the US Gulf Coast while iron ore ended its six-day losing streak amid hopes for Chinese stimulus. Locally, Aussie shares are expected to rise ahead of business and consumer confidence surveys.

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The market dipped slightly today but it could have been worse as Laura and Stevie report.  They reflect on a session which bounced back from some of the earlier declines looking into what drove those early drops.  US data is in focus with jobs and interest rate decisions in the conversation, and Chinese business and consumer data spoke of a slow economy.  Laura and Stevie unpack the impact that this is having back home, discuss the performance of the sectors, and look at the stocks that saw the largest movements.

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