The market has had its best week of the year so far and Laura is solo today to recap that performance.  She discusses Trump’s potential Chinese tariffs and the impact that uncertainty around their implementation has had on markets, the performance of each of the sectors with consumer discretionary seeing the largest gains, and talks through the stocks that caught attention including Synlait Milk, 4DMedical, and Rio Tinto.

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Wall Street consolidated as investors shifted their focus to earnings results. At Davos, Donald Trump called for lower crude prices and interest rate cuts, putting downward pressure on oil prices. Meanwhile, global chip stocks took a hit after SK Hynix failed to excite AI-focused investors. In corporate news, GE Aerospace projected 2025 profits above estimates, while Electronic Arts (EA) suffered its steepest slump since 2008. Commodities also reflected the shifting sentiment: gold eased as the US dollar strengthened, copper prices dipped on profit-taking, and iron ore traded within a narrow range, supported by China’s measures to bolster its stock markets. Looking ahead, Aussie shares are expected to end higher ahead of the long weekend.

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The Aussie market ended its three-day rally with a broad-based decline of 0.75%, driven primarily by weakness in the mining sector amid ongoing concerns over tariffs on China. Despite record highs on the U.S. market, bolstered by Netflix's strong earnings and Trump's $500 billion AI infrastructure plan, the positivity failed to translate locally. On a brighter note, retail giant Myer gained 5.5% after shareholder approval of a merger with Premier Investments, meanwhile takeover target Insignia Financial saw its highest share price in three years amidst ongoing acquisition battles. Looking ahead, the market awaits updates from the U.S. on jobless claims, earnings reports, and upcoming interest rate decisions.

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US stocks are surging to record highs, fuelled by strong performance in technology and AI-driven sectors. Netflix shares have also soared to new record highs following its largest quarterly subscriber gain in history, while Salesforce is gaining momentum on an encouraging outlook. Elsewhere, Johnson & Johnson has cautioned investors about the risks posed by a strong US dollar, and Procter & Gamble has paused price hikes on its goods. Meanwhile, oil prices have declined for a fifth consecutive day, and tariff uncertainties are weighing on metal markets. In contrast, safe-haven gold is nearing all-time highs as investors seek stability. Looking ahead, Aussie shares are expected to retreat from six-week highs, with trading updates from Fortescue and Santos in focus.

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The Aussie market extended its gains for a third consecutive day, nearing record highs, but it wasn't all wins with mining stocks taking a hit on fresh fears that China could be facing tariffs. Energy stocks also struggled, with Woodside declining on falling oil prices and weaker production figures. Meanwhile, Qantas reached an all-time high, buoyed by strong US airline performance and lower fuel costs. Netflix also stunned markets with record-breaking subscriber growth, adding 19 million users in the last quarter. As global markets await updates from the ECB and major US companies’ earnings, Aussie stocks are cautiously optimistic heading into the remainder of the week

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Wall Street traded higher on the first day following Donald Trump’s admission, while U.S. bond yields sank as markets remained cautious amid tariff uncertainty. The U.S. dollar showed signs of recovery after Trump proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico, causing their currencies to weaken. In corporate news, Oracle shares surged 6% following an announcement regarding AI infrastructure. Meanwhile, oil prices declined due to oversupply concerns, and aluminium prices fell in response to the threat of U.S. import tariffs. Looking ahead, Aussie shares are expected to open higher on Wednesday, with key mining and energy production results on the horizon.

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The Aussie market had a choppy day with the ASX 200 rising by 0.6%, after starting strong but cooling off. Global market uncertainty continues with U.S. President Trump stepping into office, sparking both optimism and volatility. Key sectors were mixed, with financials and materials performing well, while utilities lagged. Netflix’s subscriber growth remains a key focus for the US tech sector, with their quarterly results set to be released soon. 

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Wall Street remains closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, but futures moved higher. The US dollar moderated following recent tariff developments, while the FTSE 100 hit another record high as investors monitored Trump's policies. In Europe, shares edged up, with Trump's inauguration taking center stage and resource stocks leading the gains. Oil prices dipped as the market awaits Trump's executive orders on energy. Quarterly updates are anticipated from BHP and Northern Star today. Looking ahead, Aussie shares are expected to open higher on reports of a delayed US tariff rollout, and the Australian dollar has strengthened against the US dollar.

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The Australian share market kicked off the week on a positive note, recovering from Friday's minor losses with a 0.5% gain, supported by strength across most sectors, excluding energy. Financials, tech stocks, and consumer discretionary led the charge, with banks and tech names like Life360 and Megaport performing well. Globally, markets are abuzz with Trump's impending inauguration and improved US economic data. Investors are eyeing quarterly updates from miners like BHP and Fortescue, along with global events such as the Bank of Japan’s interest rate decision and Netflix’s earnings later in the week.

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Wall Street advanced on Friday, marking its best weekly improvement since the last US election. Moderating interest rates and improving growth pushed the S&P 500 3% higher over the week, with all sectors ending in positive territory. The Dow Jones led the charge, posting a 3.7% weekly increase. As markets anticipate policy announcements ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration, attention is also turning to local developments. Closer to home, futures indicate a solid gain for the AXS 200, driven by upcoming production updates from major miners. Meanwhile, the Aussie dollar is trading just above 62 US cents, signalling steady performance amidst global economic shifts.

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