CommSec Market Update

Tom and Ryan join you fresh off the close of the US market this morning following hotter than expected inflation data that has likely quashed discussions of a rate cut in June.  They unpack this data revealing how far from target it was, bonds are back in the conversation and they look at how market sentiment has shifted each of the sectors. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and di...

The Aussie market has continued the 3-day winning streak today.  Laura and Stevie unpack the inflation data that continues to impact market sentiment and run through the things to watch in the day ahead.  NZ interest rates are discussed, they whip around each of the sectors, and the look at some of the big market movers for today. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed i...

Hear from Tom and Ryan as they unpack the soaring trajectory of gold prices and how tomorrow's US inflation data could impact the market.  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 appropriaten...

Laura and Stevie start the episode today analysing a flat US performance and how that has impacted the Australian market in the past few days before unpacking the performance of each of the sectors locally.  Iron ore prices receive attention as does lithium, and consumer confidence is put under the microscope.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commo...

Wall Street ends on a flat note in anticipation of key CPI figures, as the Aussie market gains momentum. Bond yields continue their upward trend, signaling potential shifts in market dynamics, while the likelihood of a rate cut in June falls below 50%. Tesla shares see a boost after Elon Musk's robotaxi announcement but remain among the year's worst performers.  The content in this podcast is prep...

The market was in decline last week but today has seen some modest gains.  Laura and Stevie discuss the international jobs data that impacted the market and unpack the sectors, most of which have seen a raise today.  Qantas’ revamped rewards program has resulted in gains for their shares today, and Beach Energy and Elders have gone the other way as two of the worst performers on the market. The co...

US stocks are rallying following a stronger-than-expected employment report, with Australian stocks poised for gains as well. The likelihood of a rate cut in June is diminishing, currently standing at 52%, as economic stability is bolstered by a rise in the labor force participation in March. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities...

The market stumbled after some small gains today.  Laura and Stevie reflect on the holiday shortened week which hasn’t seen too many wins, unpack the volatility that we have seen, and look at what could impact markets over the weekend.  Jobs data is in focus, they look at each of the sectors, and look at some of the best and worst performers. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and d...

Aussie shares are on the brink of decline, mirroring the erasure of gains in the US market due to escalating oil prices. Amidst this downturn, investors are exercising caution, particularly in light of impending jobs data from the US, which could sway market sentiment. Levi's stocks have surged by 14% due to efficient cost-cutting measures and the introduction of popular clothing lines. Conversely...

The market has started to bounce back today following a rough day yesterday.  Laura and Stevie discuss the US data that drove this move last night.  All of the sectors are up and so the winners get looked at across these and with more data coming out of the US in the night ahead Laura and Stevie look at what this could mean for investors. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distr...

Following its worst session, Aussie shares are anticipated to stage a rebound, buoyed by renewed investor confidence. Meanwhile, Wall Street has found its footing after a brisk sell-off, offering a steadying influence on global markets. Investors are recalibrating their predictions on potential rate cuts, with a keen eye on how the US market responds and stabilises in the wake of this adjustment....

It was the worst day in 3 weeks today for the Aussie share market following a strong run.  Laura and Stevie look at what could have caused this shift and what it means in the grand scheme of things.  They unpack each of the sectors – many of which are in the red, look at the stocks that continue to hold strong amid a falling market, and what to watch in the day ahead. The content in this podcast i...

What seemed like good news initially, now appears to have a darker undertone as economic data from the US suggests that three rate cuts may not be necessary after all. And, it's all eyes on oil for Tom and Ryan with prices inching higher, breaching the upper bound, currently at $85 a barrel. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities L...

Laura and Stevie are back to recap the Easter break, and in a word it has been ‘quiet’.  With many markets closed there was a quiet start, but they unpack why that isn’t something to be concerned about.  The RBA minutes lead the conversation today as do interest cuts, and they look into what upcoming data could impact the market.  The sectors get analysed, they look at the winners and losers, and...

Laura and Stevie join us for the final trading day before the long weekend.  The record high was cracked again today, aided by the US market and Australian inflation data.  Off the back of a fifth straight month of gains Laura and Stevie look at the quarter as a whole, investigate how the sectors performed, and pre-empt what could be on the cards for the upcoming short week. The content in this po...

Tom and Ryan reflect this morning on a quarter that has seen some huge wins and is expected to end up 3%.  While each morning sees them in the weeds, today they look at the bigger picture unpacking the movers and shakers, looking at what to expect across the long weekend, and they also whip around the international markets. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Austr...

The market opened flat today and looked to continue that way until inflation data was released.  This data inched the market closer to record highs, and Stevie and Laura unpack this data by delving into everything from petrol prices to Taylor Swift.  They reflect on the mixed week that the market has seen, discuss the unpredictability of a shortened week, and look at some of the best and worst per...

The ASX could see gains today as key inflation data is set to be released, continuing the two-week long global focus on inflation. The US and UK markets are showing resilience, meanwhile the Swiss franc continues to face pressure since its rate cuts were announced last week. Could this be a warning of what's to come? Ryan and Tom break it down. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and...

The market experienced a rollercoaster ride recently, with yesterday inching close to a record high only to retract gains today. Despite encouraging numbers indicating a decrease in inflation, consumer sentiment data reveals ongoing concerns about the cost of living among Australians. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited...

US markets have lacked movement in either direction despite a positive week last week.  Tom and Ryan unpack what to expect as the likely market movers across this short week, discuss bond yields, and look into how oil prices could impact Australian markets today. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFS...

It may be a short week but it won’t be a week that is short of action!  Stevie and Laura talk through what to expect and unpack each of the sectors on a day where the Aussie market neared a record high.  They run through the winners and losers on the market today, lithium is back in focus, and they look to the day ahead. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australi...

Last week's rollercoaster ride through the financial markets left investors reeling. What began as a promising surge ended on a surprisingly damp note. Amidst predictions of imminent rate cuts, the Federal Reserve's reassuring words sent the S&P 500 soaring to its best week of the year. However, skepticism lingers among observers regarding the feasibility of rate cuts, contrasting with the bon...

It has been an ‘everything but the kitchen sink’ kind of week this week.  Craig and Laura unpack the how international markets impacted Australia and ultimately resulted in a damp end to the week for investors.  The economy and interest rates remain in focus, dividends are under the microscope, and they look ahead to the coming days. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distribute...

There were big gains in the US market overnight as the Swiss national bank became the first central bank to cut rates - stealing everyone else's thunder. And although market's across Europe reacted positively, there were tumbleweeds here is Aus, baffling Tom and Ryan.   The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254...

It was a busy day in terms of economic data and that has driven the stock market today.  Laura and Stevie unpack the moves on what is one of the best days that we have seen recently.  They address interest rates and what could be on the way there, employment figures, and look at what to expect in the coming days. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Com...