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The latest news and information on investment markets from Australia's leading online broker.
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Market Close 19 Nov 25: Aussie market sinks to five‑month low ahead of NVIDIA results
19/11/2025 Duration: 10minAustralian shares slipped around 0.3% to a six month low as the ASX200 continues its recent decline while US markets fell for a fourth day and await key jobs data. Investors eye NVIDIA’s earnings as a catalyst. Energy and property trusts rose but the big banks fell 1-2%. Upcoming UK/EU inflation, US oil inventories and RBA commentary add focus. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 19 Nov 25: S&P 500 falls for a fourth straight day as tech slumps
18/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street extended its losing streak, with the S&P 500 falling for a fourth straight day as investors braced for Nvidia’s high-stakes AI results. In company news, Microsoft and Nvidia announced plans to invest up to $15 billion in Anthropic, while Home Depot slipped after cutting its forecast on weaker demand. In the commodities market, oil prices steadied as traders weighed the impact of Russian sanctions. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to hover near five-month lows on Wednesday ahead of wages data, while CSL plans to invest $1.5 billion in US drug manufacturing. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 18 Nov 25: Tech stocks crunched as market sells off
18/11/2025 Duration: 09minAustralia’s ASX200 fell about 2 % to a five month low, the worst single‑day drop since April. Tech stocks led the sell‑off, down roughly 6 % amid US AI worries and pending NVIDIA results. Lithium miners and James Hardie bucked the trend, while the RBA kept rates at 3.6 % and markets priced a 40 % chance of a cut next May. Upcoming US data and earnings keep outlook uncertain. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 18 Nov 25: Tech leads Wall Street retreat ahead of Nvidia earnings
17/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street opened the new trading week on a downbeat note as investors looked ahead to Nvidia’s earnings. HP and Dell slumped 9% on analyst downgrades, while Alphabet bucked the broader tech weakness on news related to Warren Buffett. Lithium stocks soared on an improved price outlook, though broader commodity prices eased on dollar strength. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to fall further from four-month lows ahead of today’s RBA minutes. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 17 Nov 25: Caution ahead of NVIDIA results
17/11/2025 Duration: 09minThe ASX200 slipped to a four‑month trough early on 17 Nov but recovered to finish flat, up two points, ending a streak of four losing days. Markets are wary ahead of NVIDIA's earnings and US rate‑cut uncertainty, while hotter Aussie jobs data and weak Chinese numbers pressure sentiment. Energy and tech lead gains; look out for NVIDIA results, RBA minutes and FED minutes this week. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 17 Nov 25: Wall Street wavers as interest rates cloud outlook
16/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street ended mixed as investors weighed AI-linked earnings, with stocks recovering from early session lows ahead of Nvidia’s results. Energy names clawed back recent losses, while DoorDash rebounded after a sharp investor sell-off. Meanwhile, bond yields rose as traders questioned the likelihood of imminent Fed rate cuts. Back home, futures point to losses for the ASX 200 on Monday as investors await the release of the RBA minutes. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 14 Nov 25: Worst week for ASX since April
14/11/2025 Duration: 09minThe Aussie market suffered its worst day in about ten weeks on Friday, sliding 1.4% and hitting a four month low as a mix of rate concerns, weak China data and a tech sell-off pushed the ASX lower for a fourth straight session. Tech led the declines with a 4.5% drop, leaving the sector down more than 9% for the week, while the major banks also weighed heavily, including CBA which shed more than 10 percent across the past five days. Energy was the only sector to turn positive late in the day as oil prices bounced after reports of a Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian export hub. China’s latest figures added to the gloom, showing further weakness across investment, property and factory activity. Company news was limited, though Megaport tumbled after a capital raise and DroneShield rebounded slightly from yesterday’s sharp fall. Looking to next week, Nvidia’s results are set to dominate global market sentiment, alongside local wage data, RBA minutes and a busy run of AGMs. The content in this
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Morning Report 14 Nov 25: Stock rotation hits big tech as Fed clouds gather
13/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street fell overnight as tech stocks led a broad selloff, with U.S. Treasuries also stumbling after the government shutdown ended and traders braced for renewed market swings. Cisco bucked the trend, surging after an AI-fuelled outlook beat expectations, while Walt Disney slipped on weaker cable and box office performance. In commodities, oil prices edged higher after steep losses in the previous session, while gold pared gains as rate-cut bets eased. Back home, Aussie shares are set to fall sharply after strong jobs data dampened hopes of near-term rate cuts. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 13 Nov 25: Jobs data rocks Aussie market
13/11/2025 Duration: 09minThe ASX200 closed about 0.6 % lower on Thursday, slipping to a three‑and‑a‑half‑month low after October jobs data dented hopes of an RBA rate cut. The market also reacted to the US House passing a spending bill and a rally, while materials and health made modest gains and tech and real estate fell. Investors now eye December RBA decision, US CPI release and earnings. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 13 Nov 25: Dow Jones hits all-time high before US House vote
12/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street hit new record highs as investors welcomed the prospect of a reopened government, though gains were mixed as traders rotated out of technology stocks. AMD rallied after forecasting accelerating AI-driven sales growth, while the White House warned that October’s jobs report may never be released. Meanwhile, U.S. bonds advanced as weak labour market data boosted expectations for rate cuts. In commodities, oil prices tumbled 4% on oversupply concerns, while gold gained 2% on optimism surrounding the government’s reopening. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to snap a two-day losing streak ahead of key jobs data. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener
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Market Close 12 Nov 25: Investors take breather ahead of jobs data
12/11/2025 Duration: 10minThe ASX200 slipped just over 0.1 % as about 40 % of stocks fell. CBA dropped about 3 % after a 6.5 % plunge yesterday and tech fell 3.3 %. Mineral Resources surged over 9 % on a US$765 m POSCO lithium deal, while Liontown rose 6 % and Life360 was the worst performer. Markets watch October jobs data, the next RBA meeting, ANZ’s ex‑dividend and US oil inventories, with oil at US$61 a barrel. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 12 Nov 25: Dow rises 500 points led by healthcare stocks
11/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street saw mixed fortunes overnight, with the Dow rising 500 points while the Nasdaq slipped as investors rotated out of tech stocks. SoftBank sold its Nvidia stake for $5.8 billion to fund fresh AI bets, while CoreWeave cut its forecast following a delay to a major customer contract. In commodities, oil prices rose as investors weighed sanction risks, while gold flatlined as traders booked profits. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to open higher on Wednesday, supported by strength in energy stocks. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 11 Nov 25: Major banks weigh on Aussie market
11/11/2025 Duration: 09minThe ASX200 slipped about a tenth of a percent, held back by a 6 % drop in CBA which erased roughly 50 points. Materials led the market, with gold miners up after a 3 % jump in spot gold and lithium miners gaining on demand expectations. The US government shutdown appears near its end, easing concerns ahead of the Fed’s December rate‑cut decision. Upcoming events include RBA assistant governor Brad Jones speaking, several AGM releases and ResMed trading ex‑dividend. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 11 Nov 25: Stocks climb on bets US government shutdown is coming to an end
10/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street climbed overnight, led by technology stocks, as investors celebrated the prospect of a reopened U.S. government. Chipmakers rallied as buyers went bargain hunting, while Palantir jumped as enthusiasm around the AI trade returned. Health insurers, however, retreated as Democrats signalled a compromise on Obamacare. In commodities, gold rose 2% on renewed rate-cut hopes, and copper advanced on optimism over a potential end to the government shutdown. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to edge higher on Tuesday ahead of the Commonwealth Bank’s earnings results. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 10 Nov 25: Best day in 3 weeks for Aussie stocks
10/11/2025 Duration: 09minThe Aussie market kicked off the week with a strong gain, having its best session in more than three weeks after lifting about three quarters of a percent. Confidence improved after reports the 40-day US government shutdown could soon end, and China eased export restrictions on some metals. Tech, energy and mining stocks led the way, while ANZ rose more than 3% after posting full-year results that showed profit down 14% but a steady dividend. Liontown, Dyno Nobel and Monadelphous were also standouts. Tomorrow brings updates from CBA and Bendigo Bank, plus a busy run of company AGMs ahead of Aussie jobs data on Thursday and key Chinese data on Friday. 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.See omnystud
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Morning Report 10 Nov 25: Wall Street steadies on shutdown hopes
09/11/2025 Duration: 09minWall Street steadied on Friday as investors looked ahead to an end to the government shutdown, recovering from early losses on hopes Democrats and Republicans could reach a healthcare compromise. Technology stocks led the declines, capping the Nasdaq's worst week, while consumer confidence plunged and a survey of economic conditions hit an all-time low. Meanwhile, Expedia’s strong performance highlighted resilience in the travel sector. Back home, futures point to a modest gain for the ASX 200 as investors await a speech from the deputy RBA governor for further rate clues. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Market Close 07 Nov 25: ASX sinks to near 2-month low
07/11/2025 Duration: 08minThe Aussie market ended the week lower, down about three-quarters of a percent, marking a second straight weekly loss. Tech and bank stocks dragged, with Macquarie falling nearly 6% after missing earnings expectations. Qantas dropped 6.5% on softer revenue guidance, while AUB Group rose after a renewed takeover bid. Block, Inc. slumped 15%, and weaker Chinese trade data weighed on miners. The ASX 200 now sits more than 3% below record highs, with US jobs and local bank results in focus next week. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Morning Report 07 Nov 25: Stocks get hit as job jitters spark bond rally
06/11/2025 Duration: 08minWall Street dropped to two-week lows as a renewed tech sell-off and lingering concerns over U.S. tariffs and the health of the economy kept investors on edge. The bond market rallied after private data pointed to a cooling jobs market, while DoorDash tumbled to a record low on warnings that weaker spending will squeeze profits. In Europe, stocks fell, dragged down by fresh selling in technology shares, while the Bank of England held rates in a knife-edge vote. In commodities, oil prices declined amid fears of a supply glut, while gold steadied as uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and a potential government shutdown boosted safe-haven demand. Back home, Aussie shares are set to open flat ahead of Macquarie Group’s results. 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
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Market Close 06 Nov 25: Miners snap 3-day losing streak
06/11/2025 Duration: 08minLocal shares bounced back from a two-month low on Thursday, with miners leading the charge. The ASX 200 lifted about a third of a per cent, supported by gains in gold and iron ore prices. Materials stocks were easily the day’s best performers, up around 1.5 per cent, with names like Emerald, Ramelius and Bellevue all climbing strongly. But it wasn’t all positive as NAB dragged the broader market lower after falling more than 3 per cent despite hitting a record high earlier in the day. Westpac slipped after going ex-dividend, and James Hardie tumbled more than 10 per cent after being dropped from a key index. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf
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Morning Report 06 Nov 25: US stocks stage rebound as dip buyers wade back in
05/11/2025 Duration: 08minWall Street rose on Wednesday as dip buyers waded back in following a tech-fuelled slide, while ADP data showed US companies added 42,000 jobs in October. AMD’s outlook, however, failed to impress investors, tempering some of the gains. European shares also closed higher, with earnings remaining in the spotlight. In commodities, oil dipped on oversupply fears while gold gained on risk aversion despite stronger payroll data. Back home, Aussie shares are set to snap a two-day losing streak ahead of NAB’s results. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.