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CommSec Market Update

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Stay across key moves in the Australian and global share markets with the CommSec Market Update. Brought to you by CommSec’s expert team, join us for two, 10-minute episodes every weekday to keep your finger on the pulse.

More about the show

Start your morning at 7am with James Gruber and Gillian Bowen for a comprehensive analysis of overnight international moves and a look at what to expect for the day ahead. Then, once the ASX closes, join Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati for a thorough wrap-up of the day’s trade.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, we keep you up to date on the what, and also the why.

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 professional advice.

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  1. Market spooked by seven-week high? | PM 29 Oct 26

    · 9:29

    The ASX 200 gained modestly on Friday after an eventful week and month. Rising inflation raised RBA rate hike prospects for next Tuesday, while US tech giants including Alphabet faced significant declines. Retailers…

  2. Alphabet tumbles. Can the ASX shake it off? | AM 30 Oct 26

    · 9:39

    Wall Street fell overnight as a sharp sell-off in Alphabet reignited concerns about the cost of AI investment, but can the ASX shake off the weakness and extend its recent gains? Meanwhile, a major leadership change is…

  3. Can the ASX keep climbing? | PM 29 Oct 26

    · 9:33

    The Australian share market gained on Thursday as financials and property trusts led, but consumer discretionary stocks dragged, with retailers posting one of their worst weeks of the year amid softer spending and…

  4. The US Fed holds, but for how long? | AM 29 Oct 26

    · 9:59

    Wall Street was little changed overnight after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, but with further hikes still on the cards, how long will the pause last? Here at home, hotter-than-expected inflation has…

  5. Rate hike locked in? | PM 28 Oct 26

    · 9:55

    The Australian share market surged early but reversed sharply after inflation data exceeded expectations, wiping out gains and fueling expectations of another RBA rate rise next week. Key earnings updates from…

  6. Big tech, the Fed and a crucial inflation test | AM 28 Oct 26

    · 9:50

    Wall Street pushed higher overnight as AI stocks extended their rally, with investors turning their attention to major tech earnings and the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision. Closer to home, the ASX is…

  7. Last piece of the puzzle | PM 27 Oct 26

    · 9:16

    The Australian share market recovered from early losses to finish in positive territory as investors bought the dip. Key themes included renewed excitement around artificial intelligence following Anthropic's IPO…

  8. Anthropic’s mega IPO plans send US markets higher | AM 27 Oct 26

    · 9:36

    Wall Street climbed overnight as news of Anthropic's plans for a potentially record-breaking IPO boosted AI stocks, while oil prices eased but remained near six-month highs. With the ASX poised for a flat open after…

  9. Markets brace for key earnings and data | PM 26 Oct 26

    · 9:11

    The Australian share market recovered from an early selloff to finish Monday in positive territory as investors braced for a blockbuster earnings week. Materials and energy stocks led the recovery after a brutal week,…

  10. Will inflation data cement a rate hike? | AM 26 Oct 26

    · 8:47

    Oil prices have climbed to a near six-month high, adding to inflation concerns ahead of Wednesday's crucial Australian CPI figures. But will the latest data cement expectations of another RBA rate hike? The ASX is…

  11. PM 23 Oct 26: Buckle up for a blockbuster week

    · 9:36

    The Australian share market closed essentially flat on Friday after a choppy week, snapping three straight weekly gains. Materials and energy stocks bore the brunt of selling pressure, with commodities including copper…

  12. AM 23 Oct 26: What a difference a day makes

    · 8:51

    Wall Street tumbled overnight as disappointing reactions to Meta and Tesla's earnings reignited concerns about AI spending, while oil prices climbed to a five-month high amid renewed supply fears in the Middle East.…

  13. PM 22 Oct 26: Cost-of-living crunch hits retailers

    · 9:28

    The Australian share market declined slightly as materials and energy stocks pressured the broader index. Nick Scarly plunged after cutting profit guidance amid weak furniture sales, while NEXTDC rebounded sharply…

  14. AM 22 Oct 26: Can SpaceX keep the AI rally going?

    · 9:55

    Wall Street climbed overnight as strong earnings from SpaceX reignited enthusiasm for AI stocks, with investors now turning their attention to Meta's upcoming results. Despite the gains in the US, the ASX is poised for…

  15. PM 21 Oct 26: Another RBA rate hike on the table?

    · 9:18

    The Australian share market finished modestly higher as investors await major US tech earnings from Meta and Tesla tonight. RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser's warning of hotter inflation pushed rate hike expectations…

  16. AM 21 Oct 26: What’s driving Wall Street’s latest gains?

    · 8:48

    Wall Street climbed for a second straight session, led by gains in healthcare stocks as falling oil prices and US 10-year Treasury yields helped lift investor confidence. The positive momentum could carry through to…

  17. PM 20 Oct 26: Copper slump hits BHP

    · 9:06

    The Australian share market recovered from a rough start on Tuesday, falling to session lows before staging a comeback. While US markets rose overnight, local stocks struggled amid broader uncertainty around…

  18. AM 20 Oct 26: Tech stocks rebound, sending Wall Street higher

    · 9:34

    Tech stocks rebounded overnight, lifting Wall Street as investors returned to AI-related companies following last week's sharp sell-off. The ASX is poised for a weaker open despite yesterday reaching a five-week high,…

  19. PM 19 Oct 26: ASX hits 5 week high

    · 9:34

    The Australian share market extended its winning streak on Monday, climbing nearly half a percent to its best level in over five weeks. Energy stocks led gains amid stronger oil prices, while takeover announcements…

  20. AM 19 Oct 26: Wall Street tumbles as AI sell-off gathers pace

    · 8:21

    Wall Street tumbled on Friday as the AI sell-off gathered pace, with chip stocks extending their losing streak and surging oil prices adding to investor concerns. The ASX is poised for a flat open after its strongest…

  21. PM 16 Oct 26: Best day in 10 weeks for Aussie market

    · 9:24

    The Australian share market finished Friday with strong gains after a volatile week and month. Tech stocks led the rally, posting their best day in months, while materials also rebounded. With US earnings ramping up…

  22. AM 16 Oct 26: Can Wall Street shake its AI jitters?

    · 9:05

    AI stocks remained under pressure overnight as concerns around the sector weighed on confidence, although Wall Street recovered from earlier losses. US bond yields also fell sharply, but what's behind the drop? The ASX…

  23. PM 15 Oct 26: November rate hike?

    · 9:32

    The Australian share market closed nearly flat Thursday after a volatile session marked by weak employment data. Mining stocks slumped while financials rallied, offsetting losses. Market focus shifted to interest rate…

  24. AM 15 Oct 26: Wall Street tumbles as US inflation climbs

    · 9:10

    Wall Street tumbled overnight as hotter-than-expected US inflation fuelled expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes, while heavyweight AI and chip stocks extended their losses. The ASX is also under pressure…

  25. PM 14 Oct 26: Investors await US earnings and inflation data

    · 9:30

    The Australian share market fell for the first time this week as investors grappled with rising global bond yields, renewed interest rate concerns, and elevated oil prices. Financials and materials led declines, though…

  26. AM 14 Oct 26: How will Wall Street respond to earnings season?

    · 9:04

    Wall Street wavered overnight as US earnings season got underway, with mixed results from major banks and another sell-off in chip stocks weighing on sentiment. The ASX is poised for a weaker open after a flat session…

  27. PM 13 Oct 26: Tech trouble shakes the ASX

    · 9:27

    The Australian share market finished almost unchanged on Tuesday as investors rotated defensively away from technology into financials and utilities. A sharp selloff in Asian chipmakers weighed on local tech stocks,…

  28. AM 13 Oct 26: Wall Street wavers as tech stocks falter

    · 8:53

    Wall Street struggled overnight as a sell-off in chipmakers weighed on tech stocks, while escalating tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices to near two-week highs. But what could all this mean for the ASX today,…

  29. PM 12 Oct 26: Best day in over a week for ASX

    · 9:52

    The Australian share market rebounded on Monday with its best day in over a week, driven by strong gains in banking and mining stocks. Financials and materials each rose more than one and a half percent, offsetting…

  30. AM 12 Oct 26: Will jobs, inflation and earnings move markets?

    · 9:36

    Wall Street finished higher on Friday as tech stocks rebounded and investors turned their attention to a big week of economic data and corporate earnings. The ASX is poised for a positive open after recording its…

  31. PM 09 Oct 26: Key tests for market ahead

    · 9:26

    The Australian share market finished Friday with modest gains, pushing into positive territory for a second consecutive week. Tech and consumer discretionary stocks led the rally, while defensive sectors like utilities…

  32. AM 09 Oct 26: Oil soars. What’s behind the latest spike?

    · 9:14

    Oil prices surged overnight, but what’s behind the latest spike? Wall Street retreated as a sell-off in heavyweight tech and chip stocks added to the pressure from rising oil prices, while the ASX is poised for a…

  33. PM 08 Oct 26: Banks and miners weigh on ASX

    · 9:32

    The Australian share market fell for a second consecutive session as materials and financial stocks led declines. The ASX 200 faced headwinds from weak iron ore sales negotiations with Chinese buyers and banking sector…

  34. AM 08 Oct 26: ASX under pressure as Wall Street retreats

    · 10 min

    Fresh details from the Federal Reserve have revealed what drove last month’s US interest rate hike, but what could they mean for rates from here? Wall Street’s record-breaking run came to an end as investors reassessed…

  35. PM 07 Oct 26: ASX ends winning streak

    · 9:55

    The Australian share market ended Wednesday slightly lower after a mixed session, with banks and materials weighing on performance despite gains in healthcare and property. Key movers included uranium miners, tech…

  36. AM 07 Oct 26: Another milestone beckons for Nvidia

    · 9:59

    Wall Street climbed to fresh record highs overnight, but which companies are driving the rally? Megacap and AI-related stocks were among the standouts as Treasury yields eased and investors looked ahead to the upcoming…

  37. PM 06 Oct 26: ASX up, consumer confidence plummets

    · 8:39

    The Australian share market continues its upward trajectory for a third consecutive session, buoyed by strong US leads and solid performance from miners and banks. However, consumer confidence surveys reveal deepening…

  38. AM 06 Oct 26: Wall Street breaks records again. Why?

    · 9:12

    Wall Street climbed to fresh record highs overnight, but what is driving the rally? Last week’s softer-than-expected US jobs report has eased expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike this month, helping lift…

  39. PM 05 Oct 26: ASX ekes out gain in light holiday trade

    · 9:05

    The Australian share market opened with modest gains on Monday but faded through the session, finishing nearly flat as a long weekend holiday dampened trading volumes. Healthcare stocks led the way with several notable…

  40. AM 05 Oct 26: ASX set to follow Wall Street’s gains

    · 8:45

    Wall Street advanced on Friday after weaker-than-expected US jobs data eased expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike this month. The ASX is poised to follow with a positive open as trading gets underway…

  41. PM 02 OCT 26: ASX recovers from worst day in months

    · 9:09

    The Australian share market recovered on Friday, climbing back into positive territory for the week after Thursday's worst session in nearly seven months. Tech stocks surged while most sectors improved, though property…

  42. AM 02 Oct 26: ASX set to rise after rough start to the month

    · 8:25

    The ASX is poised to rebound after a rough start to October, which saw the market suffer its worst session in almost seven months amid a global bond sell-off. Wall Street was relatively steady overnight as easing US…

  43. PM 01 OCT 26: Worst day in almost 7 months for ASX

    · 9:40

    The Australian share market fell sharply on Thursday, posting its worst day in nearly seven months as broad based losses swept across all eleven sectors. Persistent concerns about higher interest rates and global…

  44. AM 01 Oct 26: ASX set to fall on first day of new month

    · 9:02

    Wall Street was mostly lower overnight despite softer-than-expected US inflation data reducing expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike this month, while longer-term bond yields continued to climb. The ASX is…

  45. PM 30 SEP 26: ASX surges on cooler inflation data

    · 9:28

    The Australian share market rallied strongly on Wednesday after softer-than-expected inflation data eased concerns about future rate hikes. The ASX 200 enjoyed its best day in eight weeks, with property trusts and…

  46. AM 30 Sep 26: Wall Street steadies as focus turns to inflation

    · 9:28

    Wall Street was relatively steady overnight as gains in AI-related stocks helped offset pressure from rising long-term bond yields, while oil prices retreated on signs of improving Middle East supply. The ASX is poised…

  47. PM 29 Sep 26: RBA hikes, more ahead?

    · 9:25

    The Australian share market edged higher as the RBA raised the cash rate to its highest level in 15 years, with the decision unanimously backed by board members. The tech sector led gains, while property stocks…

  48. AM 29 Sep 26: RBA decision day

    · 9:55

    Wall Street fell overnight as rising oil prices fuelled inflation concerns and pushed US bond yields higher, after the US rejected a proposed peace plan from Iran. The ASX is poised for a modestly stronger open ahead…

  49. PM 28 Sep 26: Caution ahead of likely RBA rate hike?

    · 9:28

    The Australian share market edged slightly higher Monday as investors await tomorrow's crucial RBA rate decision, with all economists expecting a fourth hike this year. Financials led gains while materials declined,…

  50. AM 28 Sep 26: Key week for rates, ASX to open flat

    · 8:47

    A key week for interest rates is underway with markets pricing in a more than 90% chance of an RBA rate hike tomorrow as investors also await fresh inflation figures. The ASX is poised for a flat open after four…

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