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The Australian share market recovered Friday, snapping a four-day losing streak with gains led by miners and financials rebounding on positive US tech sentiment. Gold miners also bounced from week lows, though lithium stocks remain under pressure amid supply concerns. Investors should watch US inflation data and major bank earnings next week, plus China's economic data affecting local commodity pr...

Technology shares drove Wall Street higher overnight as investors looked past renewed tensions between the US and Iran to focus on strong demand for AI chips. Oil prices fell despite the latest tit-for-tat strikes, while the Australian share market is poised to edge higher at the open. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Mark...

The ASX 200 declined for the fourth consecutive session as escalating US Iran tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. Energy stocks emerged as the standout performer, while defensive sectors including consumer staples, telcos and utilities provided some support. Gold miners faced headwinds from falling commodity prices, and travel stocks underperformed. FDC Consolidated debuted...

Oil prices soared after Trump declared the Iran peace deal was over, sending overseas stocks and bonds lower and raising the prospect of a weaker start for the ASX. Plus, a closer look at the beaten-up sectors local investors have been buying lately. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market News page Follow us on: Instagram...

The Australian share market recovered from early losses to finish Wednesday nearly flat, marking a third consecutive session of declines. Energy stocks led gains as oil prices climbed following Middle East developments, while financial stocks rebounded into positive territory. Telstra dragged the telecommunications sector lower following a major network outage, and tech stocks faced pressure from...

Semiconductor stocks tumbled overnight, dragging US markets lower after disappointing earnings from Samsung and fresh concerns over Chinese AI chip developments rattled investors. Oil prices climbed as tensions in the Middle East escalated, while the Australian share market is poised to open lower. Plus, a look at the little-known company that's quietly become Japan's largest listed stock. James G...

The Australian share market fell for a second consecutive day as materials and energy stocks declined on softer commodity prices. WiseTech rebounded sharply following leadership changes, while NetWealth surged on Morgan Stanley partnership news. US futures pointed to a positive open tonight, with the Dow Jones setting fresh records. Key catalysts ahead include US employment data and RBA commentary...

US chipmakers rebounded overnight, helping lift Wall Street ahead of the start of the big tech earnings season. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has slashed its main oil price to a rare discount as the market continues to slide. Plus, what's in store for the Australian share market today? James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market New...

The ASX 200 edged lower on Monday in a subdued session as markets digested a strong finish to the prior week. Energy stocks held gains despite softer oil, while healthcare and tech outperformed. Gold miners dominated headlines with a surprise takeover bid, though materials and lithium stocks faced selling pressure. Key catalysts ahead include US Federal Reserve minutes and the start of earnings se...

US earnings season is about to ramp up, while the Australian share market is poised to open lower despite a positive finish on Friday. Plus, a closer look at the US dollar and what's driving its recent moves. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. Check out our Market News page Follow us on...

The ASX 200 delivered its strongest session in three weeks, driven by surging mining stocks and bank gains following weaker US jobs data. Gold miners lead the charge as the US dollar eased, while the broader market benefited from shifting rate expectations. Upcoming earnings season and company earnings updates loom as key catalysts for July trading. Steve Daghlian is a Market Analysts at CommSec....

The Australian share market is poised to open higher despite a mixed session on Wall Street, where semiconductor stocks led technology shares lower. The US dollar also slipped following a key US jobs report, while attention now turns to the local trading day. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key n...

The Australian share market recovered from heavy early losses to end nearly flat on Thursday as financials rebounded strongly following Wednesday's selloff. Locally, banks led gains while healthcare stocks posted modest improvements. Energy and utilities slid on softer commodity prices, though gold miners found some support. Key dividend payments from major financial institutions and upcoming US e...

US markets retreated overnight as technology stocks, particularly semiconductors, came under selling pressure. Oil prices fell sharply on optimism around Iran peace talks, while the Australian share market is poised to open lower after a soft start to the new financial year. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market News pag...

The ASX 200 fell on Wednesday as the new financial year began on a soft footing. Property price declines across major cities pressured the banking sector, whilst mining stocks found support from copper's strength. A mixed session saw winners including South32 and Perpetual, offset by losses in healthcare and financials after a challenging year. Steve Daghlian is a Market Analysts at CommSec. Each...

Technology shares drove Wall Street higher overnight, with the major US indices posting their strongest quarter in six years. So how might the Australian share market fare on the opening day of the new financial year? Plus, a closer look at why bond markets remain in the doldrums. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market Ne...

The Australian share market closed slightly lower on the final day of the financial year, weighed by mining and gold stocks despite strong US overnight gains. Over the full year, local stocks underperformed US markets, with composition differences and AI sector exposure cited as key factors. Key upcoming catalysts include property data, major bank dividends, and US employment figures. Steve Daghli...

Technology shares rebounded overnight, helping lift US markets, while commodity prices were mixed after the US and Iran halted hostilities. So what’s in store for the Australian share market today on the final day of the financial year? James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market News page Follow us on: Instagram LinkedI...

The ASX 200 recovered ground on Monday following last week's losses, rising half a percent on a choppy session marked by Middle East tensions. Tech stocks led the rebound after significant declines, while defensive sectors stabilised. Property and utility stocks declined due to ex-dividend trading. Major catalysts this week include US jobs data Thursday and significant dividend payouts from leadin...

With the financial year drawing to a close, investors are weighing what it could mean for markets. Wall Street has slipped as tech stocks remain under pressure, plus the latest uncertainty from the intensifying war in the Middle East. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. Check out our&nbs...

The ASX 200 finished Friday with a modest gain, driven by a strong rebound in mining and energy stocks after a tough week. Gold miners led the charge following an improvement in precious metal prices, while defensive sectors like utilities and consumer staples also gained. Tech stocks and healthcare retreated on profit taking. Key catalysts ahead include US jobs data, dividend payments from major...

Technology giants weighed on Wall Street overnight, with every Magnificent Seven stock finishing lower. The Australian share market is still poised to open higher as commodities rebounded following softer-than-expected US inflation. Plus, a warning about scammers targeting investors and what you need to know to help protect yourself. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen,...

The ASX 200 fell as resource stocks and financials dragged the market lower, extending a losing streak that has wiped out recent gains. A strong US dollar pressured commodity prices and gold miners, while mixed employment data reduced expectations for near-term interest rate increases. Banks also retreated, with Judo Capital among notable fallers. Defensive healthcare stocks provided some support...

The US dollar climbed to a 13-month high overnight, putting pressure on commodities and the Australian dollar. US stocks were muted despite further weakness in technology shares and what's in store for the Australian share market today? James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Check out our  Market News page Follow us on: Instagram LinkedIn YouT...

The Australian share market ended a four-day losing streak Wednesday as investors digested mixed inflation data. While headline inflation cooled, underlying measures remained elevated, keeping the Reserve Bank on alert ahead of August. Tech stocks led gains despite US semiconductor weakness, while energy and mining lagged on commodity pressures. Employment data and Micron earnings loom as key cata...