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CommSec Market Update is the podcast that will help you to stay ahead of the trends with daily expert commentary as the market opens and closes.  Whether you are invested in the stock market, or just looking to get started, join the team from Australia’s leading online broker and follow the changes as they happen. 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 pro...

Market Close 19 Apr 24: Conflict in the Middle East pushes market to two-month low
Yesterday at 6:40 AM

The gains of yesterday have been wiped out today.  Laura and Stevie reflect on a nasty session for a market that has only seen one improvement in the past eight days.  The conflict in the Middle East is playing a part in these declines, as are inflation and interest rate discussions.  They reflect on a tumultuous week that has resulted in all sectors declining and pre-empt what could be on the cards in the days ahead.

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Morning Report 19 Apr 24: Netflix shares lower despite better than expected earnings
Last Thursday at 9:08 PM

The stock and interest rate dynamic is in focus once again following manufacturing data released overnight.  Tom and Craig unpack international market performance analysing the overall trend of cautiousness, discuss the earnings data released by Netflix which saw subscriber numbers skyrocket, and look at what could be on the cards for the Aussie market today.

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Market Close 18 Apr 24: Aussie market reacts to unemployment data
Last Thursday at 6:23 AM

The losing streak has come to an end today despite falling US markets, Laura and Stevie unpack this shift which may have been influenced by jobs data released today. Most of the sectors are in the green and so they look at these gains, check out some of the big movers and look at what is coming before the weeks end.

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Morning Report 18 Apr 24: Aussie investors on edge ahead of key employment figures
Last Wednesday at 9:00 PM

Tom and Craig join you this morning to unpack a market that investors are struggling to feel confident within.  Concern around interest rates has seen international markets remain flat or decline overnight.  Tom and Craig discuss the Beige Book in relation to this, look at some of the winners and losers on the market overnight, and preempt what to expect locally today.

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Market Close 17 Apr 24: A flat session – but still some standouts
Last Wednesday at 6:44 AM

The Aussie market has remained flat following the significant tumble of the past few days.  Laura and Stevie unpack this directionless session with rate cut discussions still in focus - albeit bringing no new surprises to the table.  They look at the best and worst performers across the sectors, the companies that paid dividends today, and what is to come in the day ahead.

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Morning Report 17 Apr 24: Aussie shares to slip as Powell confirms delay in rate cuts
Last Tuesday at 8:54 PM

Fed Chair Jerome Powell dropped hints about delaying rate cuts, possibly causing Aussie shares to dip, but the market stayed relatively calm. The question now is - will it stay that way? United Health scored big with revenue just shy of a billion, while Johnson & Johnson stumbled a bit. Tesla's still feeling the squeeze thanks to company-wide layoffs, and in Europe, they're eyeing rate cuts for June despite expected delays in the US, setting the stage for potential market divergence. 

 

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Market Close 16 Apr 24: Aussie market sinks to two month low
Last Tuesday at 6:37 AM

The Aussie market has continued to drop today making for one of the worst days this year.  Laura and Stevie unpack this two month low looking at what has driven the decline, with US and China data leading the charge.  All sectors are down, more dividends are paid out, and they look at the upcoming data that could move markets.

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Morning Report 16 Apr 24: ASX to drop following shock jump in US spending
Last Monday at 9:23 PM

Despite expectations, retail spending surged in March, particularly among lower income earners, defying projections according to Tom and Ryan. The S&P500 experienced a significant overnight fluctuation, initially rising close to a percent before ultimately falling by 1.2%, signalling unpredictable market behavior. Today, Chinese production data is set to be released, with investors nervous as to how this could impact the ASX. 

 

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Market Close 15 Apr 24: Aussie market slides for a third day
Last Monday at 6:39 AM

The market continued the three-day decline today following what has been months of gains.  Laura and Stevie unpack the drivers that have knocked the market and sent 9 of the 11 sectors into the red.  Tensions in the Middle East and US bank data are discussed, and The Star Casino is back in the headlines.  Laura and Stevie also look at the upcoming market movers in the days ahead, and the dividend payments to expect.

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Morning Report 15 April 24: Middle-East conflict and bank earnings point to a lower start for the ASX
Last Sunday at 9:01 PM

 

The spectre of instability in the Middle East loomed large over the weekend, with analysts pointing to it as one of the primary factors affecting market sentiment. Adding to the economic uncertainty, interest rates dipped and bonds followed suit, reflecting investors' cautious outlook.

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