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The market has declined slightly today but overall, the week has finished with a gain marking five weeks of improvements. Laura is solo today to reflect on the recent modest improvements and discuss the trade talks and geopolitical tensions which have kept investors cautious. Oil prices soared today with the energy sector being a beneficiary, Origin Energy gained attention, and most of the sectors saw declines.
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Wall Street showed resilience overnight, recovering from early losses to close higher. Oracle shares soared to a record high after reporting dramatically stronger sales, helping to lift overall market sentiment. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields edged higher following a strong auction and signs of easing inflation. Boeing shares, however, slipped amid renewed scrutiny in the wake of a tragic Air India crash, weighing on the industrials sector. In commodities, oil prices dipped as traders assessed ongoing tensions in the Middle East, while gold jumped on heightened geopolitical risks. Closer to home, the ASX is on track to end the week on a positive note.
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Following the record high of yesterday and the strong performances over the week the market has paused for breath today and lost some steam as the day went on. Laura and Stevie discuss the slight dip in US markets overnight despite positive trade talks and consumer inflation data that was heading in the right direction, and what could be keeping markets cautious. Monash was in focus again today after news of a resignation, and Cochlear recovered most of the losses that it saw early in the session.
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US stocks closed lower, dragged down by technology names and despite stronger-than-expected inflation data. Interest rates also eased, supported by progress on reducing the budget deficit. In company news, Starbucks shares surged after reports it may sell a minority stake in its Chinese operations. Meanwhile, oil prices jumped 4% to a two-month high, while iron ore rallied as traders welcomed signs of progress in Sino–US trade relations. Closer to home, Aussie shares are tipped to hit a fresh record high, buoyed by rising energy prices.
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It has been a solid session today as the Aussie market has cracked a fresh record high once again. Laura and Stevie discuss the session where most of the sectors have seen gains and discuss the big winners with Zip continuing to forge ahead following the growth that it saw yesterday. Qantas gained attention as did Pilbara, and they look to the days ahead with upcoming inflation data one to watch.
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Global markets saw a mix of optimism and caution on Tuesday. The S&P 500 rose for a third consecutive session, buoyed by renewed hopes for progress in US-China trade talks, while US small business sentiment improved for the first time this year. In Asia, Taiwan semiconductor stocks surged, driven by a strong revenue boost. Meanwhile, in the US, J.M. Smucker shares tumbled, marking their steepest drop in nearly 40 years as tariffs weighed heavily on profits. Across Europe, markets were mixed, though UK shares edged closer to record highs despite a slowdown in wage growth. Closer to home, the ASX 200 is poised to break above 8,600 points on Wednesday, setting up a potential fresh record high as local momentum continues to build.
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The market has closed in on a record high once again today kicking off the holiday shortened week with a strong performance. Stevie is solo to reflect on what we saw over the long weekend including data out of China and further trade discussions, and he discusses the sectors that saw sizable gains, with the banks, consumer discretionary, and tech home to some of the big winners. Metcash and Zip caught attention today, and Stevie looks at what could move markets in the days ahead.
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Cautious optimism prevails on Wall Street as trade talks between the US and China progress. In corporate news, Apple disappointed investors with its recent event, dragging its shares down, while Qualcomm announced a $2.4 billion deal to acquire chipmaker Alphawave. Topgolf Callaway saw its stock jump 11%, and Tesla shares edged higher, clawing back last week's losses. Meanwhile, it was a mixed session for commodities, though iron ore stood out with a decline amid renewed deflation concerns in China. Closer to home, Aussie shares are poised to open modestly lower on Tuesday following the long weekend and the Aussie dollar has held firm above 65 US cents, buoyed by ongoing weakness in the greenback.
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Following a flat performance yesterday the market has again had an underwhelming day today despite somehow managing to hold onto the overall weekly winning streak. Laura and Stevie reflect on this holiday shortened week, this choppy session, and the part that President Trump may be playing in markets remining cautious. Only two sectors saw gains today and they talk through the stocks that caught attention including Iluka Resources Ltd and Skycity Entertainment Group.
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US stocks ended lower despite a wave of early optimism, sparked by news that U.S. President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping have agreed to resume trade talks. In corporate news, Brown-Forman — the maker of Jack Daniel’s — suffered its steepest share price drop since 2008 following weaker-than-expected earnings. Meanwhile, consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble announced plans to cut 7,000 jobs as part of a restructuring effort. Across the Atlantic, the European Central Bank cut interest rates once again but signaled a possible pause in future easing. Oil prices climbed on renewed hopes surrounding U.S.-China trade negotiations. Back home, Australian shares are set to finish the week in the red ahead of the long weekend.
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Most sectors have fallen back today despite a positive start to the session. Laura and Stevie discuss this session which saw the market fading following the gains of yesterday, reflect on international news with Trump introducing travel bans, and they look at the stocks that moved the most. The materials sector did see some stand outs today as did the tech space, lithium stocks continued to gain attention amid news out of the US, and they look to the day ahead.
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US stocks struggled to advance as fresh data pointed to a slowing economy, with sentiment dented by a soft US jobs report that snapped the Dow Jones’ four-day winning streak. Interest rates fell as investors bet on potential Fed rate cuts, fueling a surge in home builder stocks. Meanwhile, DollarTree has warned of a looming profit hit tied to possible Trump tariffs, while Tesla shares declined after weak sales data in Germany and China. In Europe, markets ended higher, with German stocks boosted by a newly announced tax relief package. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to open flat, hovering just shy of record highs.
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The market has neared record levels once again today as it cracked through a three-month high. Laura and Stevie unpack the local session and discuss international markets with the US having seen a bounce back from recent lows. Interest rate cuts could be on the cards sooner than expected amid data out today, most of the sectors gained ground with energy being an outperformer, and they look at the stocks that gained attention including Commonwealth Bank which continues to set records.
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Wall Street was boosted by gains in technology stocks, with Nvidia reclaiming its title as the world’s most valuable company. Chipmakers also rallied on renewed hopes around US-China trade talks. Meanwhile, US job openings rebounded in April, suggesting resilience in the labour market. In corporate news, shares in dating app Bumble fell amid growing concerns over its market share. In commodities, oil rose 1.5% on rising geopolitical tensions, while gold eased from a four-week high. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to open higher on Wednesday ahead of the release of key economic growth figures.
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The local market has had the largest lift in a month today. Laura and Stevie discuss the recent performance where the market has largely remained stagnant despite the session today, unpack the likeliness of further rate cuts following the release of the RBA minutes, and discuss the latest in tariff headlines. A number of stocks caught attention including IDP Education, Treasury Wine Estates, and Bluescope, and they look to the days ahead.
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US stocks have posted modest gains to start June, as investors largely shrugged off renewed global trade tensions. Steel and aluminium shares jumped after President Trump pledged to double tariffs on the metals, though the move is expected to raise production costs for automakers. Elsewhere, European markets stumbled in response to the latest tariff threats, while energy shares in North America rose more than 1% as wildfires threatened Canadian oil supply. Meanwhile, the US dollar slipped, providing support for commodities—gold climbed to a three-week high and US copper futures surged amid growing tariff concerns. Closer to home, Aussie shares are set to open higher ahead of the Reserve Bank’s meeting minutes, with the Aussie dollar edging closer to 65 US cents.
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The Aussie market has had a slow start to the month remaining mostly flat. Stevie is back for the podcast today (even though his voice may not be) to discuss the last month’s performance with Laura, and the mixed news around tariffs which could have kept markets cautious. Commodity prices were in focus today on the back of rising geopolitical tensions, they look at how the sectors performed with many seeing losses, and the stocks that caught attention including Bluescope.
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Wall Street wrapped up the month on a high note, with both the NASDAQ and S&P 500 posting their best May gains since the 1990s. Investor sentiment was lifted by encouraging inflation data and moderating interest rates. Elsewhere, Costco shares climbed after the retail giant reported earnings that surpassed expectations, while commodities eased as investors turned their focus to upcoming key manufacturing figures. Closer to home, the ASX 200 is poised to kick off June with modest gains.
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Aussie shares are wrapping up May on a positive note, with the market up 3.8% for the month and 0.8% for the week. A surprise dip in retail sales sparked speculation of rate cuts, with markets now pricing in three cuts by year-end. Trade tensions are back in the spotlight as a US court temporarily backed Trump's push for tariffs, adding fresh uncertainty. Sector-wise, tech has been a standout, up 30% over eight weeks despite a small pullback today, while energy stocks lagged on falling oil prices. All eyes now turn to key US inflation data and the RBA’s economic updates next week.
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Wall Street rallied overnight, buoyed by renewed trade optimism and upbeat corporate earnings. Nvidia impressed investors with stronger-than-expected quarterly sales, though its outlook flagged a potential $8 billion impact from US export restrictions. Meanwhile, beauty retailer E.L.F. surged over 23% following news it will acquire Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand, Rhode. However, not all signals were positive. A rise in US jobless claims pointed to potential weakness in the labour market, and oil prices dipped on ongoing demand concerns. Adding to market jitters, a US appeals court temporarily reinstated Trump-era tariffs, reigniting trade tensions. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to ease, with retail spending data in focus.
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