PM 23 Oct 26: Buckle up for a blockbuster week

23 Oct 2026 · 9:36

Episode PM 23 Oct 26: Buckle up for a blockbuster week

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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 and lithium sliding amid concerns about AI infrastructure demand. Financials recovered ground, while retail showed mixed signals. Next week looms as one of the busiest of the year, with major US tech earnings, Australian inflation data, and interest rate decisions set to drive volatility. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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