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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 ...
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Welcome to ”The Cyber Cookie,” the go-to podcast for all things related to Cyber Security and Data Protection. Produced by CommSec, a renowned name in the field of security and communication, this podcast is tailored for those looking to stay abreast of the latest trends, threats, and solutions in the ever-evolving world of cyber security.Hosted by a team of seasoned experts, ”The Cyber Cookie” breaks down complex issues into easily digestible episodes, guiding listeners through the intricat ...
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Wall Street ends the week with a fresh set of record highs as U.S. stocks rise for the fourth consecutive day. Markets posted their best weekly gains in a year, with the S&P 500 marking its 50th record high for 2024. Meanwhile, futures indicate a decline for the ASX 200 as China’s stimulus efforts leave investors unimpressed and a busy week awaits …
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Join Steve and Laura as they break down a strong week for the Australian stock market, which saw a 0.8% increase for the ASX200 and nearly a 10% year-to-date gain, despite still lagging behind the S&P 500 and NASDAQ. Market optimism may be attributed to factors like Trump’s pro-growth policies and expectations for Chinese stimulus. Key sectors perf…
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Morning Report 08 Nov 24: US share markets hit all-time highs extending the US election rally
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Wall Street maintains its upward momentum, reaching record highs the day after U.S. presidential election results. The Federal Reserve has cut rates for a second consecutive meeting to support the economy. In company news, Warner Bros. Discovery reports significant subscriber growth. Meanwhile, the Bank of England has also cut rates, though higher …
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The local market remained surprisingly flat today in contrast to how the US performed following the election outcome. Laura and Stevie unpack this market performance looking at why the US saw gains, talk through the performance of the local sectors which has been a mixed bag today with around half in the green and half dropping, and they look at th…
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U.S. stocks have reached historical highs following Donald Trump’s presidential win, with the Dow Jones index up around 1,400 points. U.S. bond yields also surged as Trump’s victory accelerated a bond sell-off. Meanwhile, European shares, particularly among car makers, fell on fears of potential Trump tariffs. Commodity prices slumped as the U.S. d…
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With the US election underway Laura and Stevie begin the podcast today by reflecting on the journey so far. They look at the impact on the US market and the flow on effect that we have seen back home. Most of the sectors are in positive territory and they talk through the winners and losers, the stocks that saw the biggest moves across the session,…
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Morning Report 06 Nov 24: Wall Street gains on U.S. election day as tech and chip stocks rise
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U.S. stocks are moving higher as the final votes for the presidential election are cast. All sectors in the S&P 500 are up, led by Palantir Technologies, which reached a record high on positive guidance. Meanwhile, U.S. bond yields are advancing as betting markets lean towards a Trump victory. Iron ore has climbed to a two-week high on expectations…
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Market Close 05 Nov 24: Interest rate decisions and an imminent US election – how did the market respond?
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The market has seen some slight declines today but clawed back some of those losses as trade progressed. Laura is solo today and deep dives into the RBA’s decision around interest rates which were left on hold and if there was any impact on the market. Ahead of the imminent US election she unpacks the current market sentiment and what could be on t…
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Morning Report 05 Nov 24: Dow falls more than 200 points as stocks slip ahead of presidential election
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U.S. traders are watching the polls closely as bonds rise and the U.S. dollar falls, with 'Trump trades' being unwound. In company news, Nvidia is set to replace Intel in the Dow Jones index. Meanwhile, oil prices have risen nearly 3% after OPEC’s decision to delay output increases. In Australia, shares are expected to slip ahead of the RBA’s inter…
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The ASX 200 has bounced back, breaking a three-day losing streak amid a strong start to November, fuelled by positive U.S. market performance and widespread sector gains. Most sectors surged, though energy and materials lagged due to global economic strains, notably from China. Noteworthy updates included Westpac’s financial results, with a slight …
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Just days before the US election, Wall Street ended last week with positive momentum, driven by investors responding to US job growth despite a weather-affected month. Meanwhile, technology stocks rebounded on better-than-expected earnings. Closer to home, the Australian share market is set to open higher ahead of the RBA’s decision, with banks in …
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It's been a challenging start to the month for Aussie stocks, with the ASX 200 closing down after early morning volatility. Global influences weighed on the market, especially disappointing profit reports from major U.S. tech companies. Investors are also on edge ahead of the U.S. election and central bank interest rate decisions in Australia and t…
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It's the first day of the new month, and Wall Street is on track to post its first monthly decline since April. AI investments by major tech companies like Meta and Microsoft have raised investor concerns, while chip growth faces bottlenecks. Meanwhile the U.S. inflation gauge and consumer spending show strength in a solid economy with oil rising o…
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The Aussie market ended October on a down note, closing 1.3% lower, making it the second-worst month of the year. While financials, tech, and consumer discretionary sectors saw modest gains, other sectors struggled, particularly staples and utilities. In the U.S., stronger-than-expected economic data, like job growth and home sales, has tempered ra…
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Wall Street struggles to advance as investors face information overload. Technology stocks decline on mixed earnings results, while strong economic data pushes interest rates higher. Meanwhile, markets remain cautious ahead of Meta and Microsoft earnings. In the UK, the largest tax hike since 1993 is imminent. Gold reaches a record high ahead of th…
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The anticipated barrage of key events that Laura and Stevie have been mentioning in recent episodes has begun taking place today. They unpack the impact on local markets which ended a three-day winning streak fuelled by the latest inflation data and US earnings data from some major companies. They talk through the sectors which mostly saw declines,…
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Tech stocks are driving market gains, with stocks rising in anticipation of $12 trillion in earnings reports. Alphabet is set to release its earnings, and strong results will be crucial to ease investor concerns. In the housing sector, major names like D.R. Horton and Home Depot have weighed on the homebuilders' index, with Home Depot as the Dow Jo…
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