Market Close 13 Jun 25: Gold and Energy stocks soar amid geopolitical tenisions
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. 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 Jun 25: US shares end higher, lifted by Oracle rally
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. 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 12 Jun 25: Market runs out of steam following record high
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. 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 Jun 25: US share markets end lower on Middle East tensions
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. 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 Jun 25: US, China truce sparks record high
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. 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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