CommSec Market Update

The Australian share market edged lower on Monday despite strong US earnings and easing rate hike expectations. The financials sector declined sharply following Westpac's quarterly update. The Reserve Bank's interest rate decision and press conference loom tomorrow, with markets closely watching for signals on future policy. Key earnings updates from ANZ and CBA are expected this week. Steve Daghl...

The Australian share market is set to open higher after the S&P 500 hit a record high on softer-than-expected US jobs data, easing expectations of further rate hikes. Attention now turns to tomorrow’s RBA rate decision and a busy week of local earnings as reporting season ramps up. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as th...

The Aussie share market paused after a stellar week of gains, with the ASX 200 down slightly but maintaining strong year-to-date momentum. Materials and tech sectors led, while financials lagged. Gold stocks surged following overnight price gains, and lithium miners rallied on positive earnings from US producer Albemarle. The RBA's rate decision next Tuesday will be closely watched by investors. S...

The ASX 200 closed at another record high yesterday, but can it extend its record-breaking run? Wall Street struggled for direction overnight as mixed earnings weighed on chipmakers and software stocks, while oil prices surged on renewed tensions with Iran. Plus, how increased defence spending could give the local economy a much-needed boost. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillia...

The Australian share market reached another record high on Thursday, extending its winning streak to five consecutive days of gains. Gold miners led the charge as geopolitical developments eased inflation concerns, while early earnings results from AMP, REA Group, and others set a positive tone for the reporting season ahead. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each e...

The ASX 200 closed at a record high yesterday and is poised for a steady open today. Miners are expected to lead gains as gold prices climbed to almost seven-week highs on hopes of peace in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Wall Street's rally stalled overnight following disappointing tech earnings, while key employment and trade balance data are due later today. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist a...

The Australian share market reached a fresh record high, driven by strong mining gains and positive global sentiment. Hopes of easing Middle East tensions pushed oil prices lower, benefiting broader markets. US earnings season momentum and strong overnight performances in key indices supported local optimism heading into a busy week of results. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts...

The ASX is poised for a stronger opening as global optimism spreads following progress towards peace in Iran and record highs across Wall Street and Europe. Oil prices tumbled on diplomatic hopes, with investors now turning their attention to a busy slate of earnings reports from Australian and US companies over the next two days. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through...

The Australian share market surged for a third consecutive day, with the ASX 200 pushing higher and drawing within striking distance of the record levels set in February. Strong gains across most sectors, particularly technology and healthcare, drove the session's momentum. Geopolitical developments regarding potential peace negotiations and upcoming earnings season announcements are shaping inves...

The ASX 200 is expected to open flat as investors digest strong gains on Wall Street, driven by easing Middle East tensions and solid corporate earnings. Commodity markets also reflected the improved sentiment, with oil prices falling. Attention now turns to upcoming earnings reports from local companies and key US economic data later this week. Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec,...

The Australian share market recovered from early losses to close modestly higher on Monday as geopolitical tensions eased following weekend developments in the Middle East. Energy stocks declined as oil prices fell, while gold miners rallied. Reporting season begins this week, with earnings expected to accelerate through August. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Eac...

The Australian share market is poised to open lower as corporate earnings dominate investor attention. Wall Street finished higher on strength in technology stocks, particularly Amazon and Microsoft, although Middle East tensions and rising US bond yields continued to weigh on sentiment. Plus, what is happening with home prices in your capital city? Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at Comm...

The Australian share market ended Friday slightly higher after strong early gains faded heading into the weekend. Investor caution persisted as the ASX 200 approached key resistance levels, though weekly gains recovered recent losses. US tech earnings dominated sentiment, with Microsoft's results signalling AI profitability, while locally, 4D Medical surged on growth metrics. Reporting season begi...

The Australian share market is poised for a stronger open following Microsoft's stellar results and a broad tech rally on Wall Street. Investors will also be watching key earnings from Apple as markets continue to assess the outlook for global growth and interest rates. Plus, a closer look at why Australia’s share market is outperforming most major global peers this month. James Gruber, Equi...

The Australian Share Market retreated following three consecutive days of gains as US stocks tumbled on Federal Reserve rate hike signals. Locally, energy and tech sectors found support, while materials weighed heavily. Domino's Pizza surged after releasing a mixed earnings update showing cost-cutting progress, while lithium miners moved in opposite directions. Upcoming catalysts include major US...

The Australian share market is poised to open lower following a volatile night on Wall Street. US stocks fell after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady but signalled growing support for future hikes, while 30-year Treasury yields surged to 19-year highs. Oil prices also soared following fresh threats from Donald Trump against Iran, which could offer some support to local energy stocks....

The Australian share market reached a five-month high on Wednesday, crossing the nine thousand point mark for the first time since April. Softer-than-expected inflation data drove a strong rally, with all eleven sectors improving. Healthcare led gains while consumer discretionary recovered. Rio Tinto released half-year results ahead of August earnings season. Key catalysts ahead include the US Fed...

The Australian share market is poised for a stronger open as investors digest overnight US earnings and await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Chipmakers remain under pressure, while oil and base metals have retreated amid easing Middle East tensions. Back home, all eyes will be on the latest consumer price index figures, while another round of major US tech earnings is due including...

The Australian share market recovered from an early decline to finish in positive territory on Tuesday, driven by gains in the financial sector following RBA Governor Michele Bullock's comments about potential further rate moves. With inflation data due tomorrow and earnings from major US tech firms later in the week, investors are reassessing market conditions. The session marked a second straigh...

The ASX is set to open lower after rallying strongly yesterday on easing Middle East tensions. Global oil prices plunged to their lowest level in a week following a pause in US attacks on Iran, boosting broader market sentiment but weighing on energy stocks. Plus, several ASX companies are set to release quarterly updates, while a speech from RBA Governor Michele Bullock will be in focus later tod...

The Australian share market staged a strong recovery on Monday, rising approximately 1.39% as easing Middle East tensions and falling oil prices lifted investor sentiment. Tech stocks rebounded sharply while miners and gold equities surged. The week ahead brings critical catalysts including Australian inflation data, US earnings from major tech firms, and a Federal Reserve decision that could sign...

The Aussie share market is poised to rise at Monday's open despite a mixed finish on Wall Street and three straight weeks of declines. Energy stocks may come under pressure following a sharp drop in oil prices, while tech faces headwinds from weak US tech leads. Key catalysts this week include Australia's June quarter CPI, the Fed's interest rate decision, and a flurry of major US tech earnings, a...

Australian shares fell for a third consecutive week as geopolitical tensions, fresh US tariffs, surging oil prices, and disappointing tech earnings weighed on sentiment. The ASX 200 posted its worst day in five weeks, though modest in absolute terms. Next week brings major US tech earnings, Australian inflation data, and RBA commentary as key catalysts. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market...

The Australian share market is poised to open lower after global markets tumbled on disappointing earnings from major tech companies and escalating Middle East tensions, which pushed oil prices above US$100 a barrel. The S&P 500 posted its worst day in a month, while yesterday's stronger-than-expected Australian jobs data reignited rate hike concerns. Plus, a closer look at why Australia remai...

The Australian market pushed to five-week highs on Thursday before easing as surprisingly strong employment data raised expectations for future interest rate increases. Materials and energy sectors led gains amid oil price strength, while technology stocks dragged. Investors await next week's inflation update, a key factor in Reserve Bank decisions. Laura Besarati is a Market Analyst at CommSec. E...