Best CommSec Podcasts (2024)

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Market Close 24 Sep 24: Interest rates remain on hold. How did the market respond? 10:00

1h ago10:00

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The Aussie market remained flat today amid a decision to leave interest rates unchanged. Laura and Stevie unpack this expected move and how the local market reacted as a result. They look at the performance of the sectors with materials seeing huge gains, but financials dropping a similar amount and offsetting the gains. Iron ore is in focus, Coles…

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Morning Report 24 Sep 24: S&P 500 and Dow Jones Index hit fresh closing record highs 10:00

2h ago10:00

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Wall Street consolidates last week's gains with Fed officials leaving the door open to further rate cuts. Intel shares rose on speculation of a Qualcomm takeover, while ASX lithium stocks will be in focus today following Albemarle's 3% gain. Hopes for China stimulus increase after the PBOC cut rates. Oil prices tumbled on weaker manufacturing data,…

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Market Close 23 Sep 24: The Aussie market eases from record high 9:49

1h ago9:49

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Steve is rolling solo today as the market slips ahead of what will be a data heavy week. Reflecting on the recent record highs Steve deep-dives into why we could be seeing this breather and unpacks each of the sectors with several still seeing gains. Coles and Woolworths are in the news today and their share prices came under pressure as a result, …

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Morning Report 23 Sep 24: ASX set to drop from record as traders brace for more RBA hawkishness 9:28

16h ago9:28

9:28

The Dow Jones closed at a fresh record high following a winning week, with investors still digesting the significant Fed rate cut. In company news, FedEx raised concerns about U.S. economic growth as their customers are shifting to cheaper and slower delivery options. Nike shares surged 7% after announcing a new CEO, while Intel shares climbed on r…

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Market Close 20 Sep 24: Winning streak continues for ASX 200 9:48

20h ago9:48

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The ASX 200 continued its winning streak today amid news of Japan holding rates steady and U.S tech stocks surging on hopes of further cuts. Locally, commodity prices rose due to a weaker U.S. dollar, benefiting miners and energy stocks, though lithium miners struggled. The August jobs report showed strong part-time job growth, while RBA economists…

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Morning Report 20 Sep 24: Dow Jones and S&P 500 hit record highs on euphoria over Fed rate cut 9:59

4d ago9:59

9:59

Wall Street celebrates as stocks surge, with the S&P 500 notching its 39th record in 2024 and the Dow Jones reaching 42,000 points for the first time. U.S. jobless claims have fallen to their lowest level since May, signalling a strong labour market. In Europe, the Bank of England has held interest rates steady. In commodities, copper, oil, gold, a…

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Market Close 19 Sep 24: ASX 200 hits third-straight all-time high 9:48

5h ago9:48

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The ASX 200 hit a fresh record high today after the US Federal Reserve announced a mammoth 50 basis-point rate cut. While U.S. markets initially surged on the news, they later dipped when Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at smaller rate cuts ahead. Australia's jobs data surprised with higher-than-expected part-time job growth, though full-time jobs f…

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Morning Report 19 Sep 24: Stocks hit record highs after Fed’s supersized rate cut 9:46

8h ago9:46

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Wall Street ended lower despite the US Federal Reserve announcing a 50 basis point interest rate cut, the first in four and a half years. Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the market's response, including the S&P 500 and Dow Jones hitting record highs, with small caps and regional banks outperforming, while utilities and technology stocks weighed d…

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Market Close 18 Sep 24: Market treads water ahead of US rate cut and Aussie jobs data 9:33

3h ago9:33

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The ASX saw modest movement today, briefly hitting a new record high but largely treading water ahead of key events. The US Federal Reserve's much-anticipated decision on a potential rate cut is expected to significantly impact global markets, with a possible 50 basis point reduction under consideration. Australian jobs data, set to release tomorro…

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Morning Report 18 Sep 24: Stocks end with little changed as early gains fade before Fed decision 9:31

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Anxiety is building ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's upcoming rate cut decision, which Ryan has liken to a ‘coin toss’. U.S. Treasury yields rose after a strong retail sales report, while both the S&P 500 and Dow Jones notch all time highs. Microsoft shares surged following the announcement of a $60 billion share buyback program. In contrast, Ac…

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Market Close 17 Sep 24: Record highs and a fourth straight day of gains 8:52

7d ago8:52

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Stevie joins Laura again today as the Aussie market improved for a fourth straight day that broke record highs. With a US rate cut imminent they discuss the impact that this is having on the market, break down the performance of the sectors with most seeing only slight gains, and talk through the companies trading ex-dividend. They look at the stoc…

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Morning Report 17 Sep 24: Dow Jones touches new record high as investors rotate out of tech stocks 9:27

3d ago9:27

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Wall Street braces as US interest rate futures indicate higher odds of a supersized Fed move. US two-year Treasury yields hit their lowest level since September 2022. Technology stocks were under significant pressure last night, with Apple being the worst performer on the Dow Jones, as its shares fell due to signs of soft demand for the new iPhone …

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Market Close 16 Sep 24: The Aussie market flirts with a record high 9:33

1d ago9:33

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Laura is solo today on a positive start to the week for the Aussie market as it has continued to flirt with a record high. Laura reflects on the session which did lose steam as the day went on, discussing investor sentiment amid a sea of international volatility, and unpacks the economic data that we saw out of China this weekend. She talks through…

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Morning Report 16 Sep 24: Aussie shares to test record highs 9:59

12h ago9:59

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Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss the upcoming week in Australian and global markets. Last week, Wall Street had its best performance of 2024, following its worst week just prior. The world now braces for a potential Fed easing after a 36-hour rate rollercoaster. Meanwhile, Walmart shares rallied to an all-time high. Locally, gold hit a record high…

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Market Close 13 Sep 24: ASX spooked after almost cracking record high 9:36

11d ago9:36

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The Aussie market came close to a record high before losing momentum, ending the day up just 0.3%. U.S. inflation data suggests a likely 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed next week, which could spark global market reactions. The Australian market saw mixed sector performances, with materials leading gains due to higher commodity prices, while fina…

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Morning Report 13 Sep 24: S&P 500 has its fourth straight winning session 9:59

12h ago9:59

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Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss Wall Street's recent performance, highlighting positive trends in the US markets and the impact of inflation data. They also explore how producer price data suggests a smaller US rate cut may be on the horizon. Meanwhile, Nvidia continues its tech rebound, and European shares rise following an interest rate cut by …

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Market Close 12 Sep 24: Best day in 4 weeks 9:34

1d ago9:34

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The Aussie market had a strong day with all sectors posting gains, pushing the ASX 200 close to its best day in four weeks. This upward trend followed a mixed U.S. inflation report that eased recession fears, boosting global markets. Tech stocks, led by WiseTech, reached record highs, while energy stocks rebounded slightly due to rising oil prices.…

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Market Close 24 Sep 24: Interest rates remain on hold. How did the market respond? 10:00

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Morning Report 24 Sep 24: S&P 500 and Dow Jones Index hit fresh closing record highs 10:00

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Market Close 23 Sep 24: The Aussie market eases from record high 9:49

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Morning Report 23 Sep 24: ASX set to drop from record as traders brace for more RBA hawkishness 9:28

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Market Close 20 Sep 24: Winning streak continues for ASX 200 9:48

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Morning Report 20 Sep 24: Dow Jones and S&P 500 hit record highs on euphoria over Fed rate cut 9:59

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Market Close 19 Sep 24: ASX 200 hits third-straight all-time high 9:48

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Morning Report 19 Sep 24: Stocks hit record highs after Fed’s supersized rate cut 9:46

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Market Close 18 Sep 24: Market treads water ahead of US rate cut and Aussie jobs data 9:33

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Morning Report 18 Sep 24: Stocks end with little changed as early gains fade before Fed decision 9:31

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Market Close 17 Sep 24: Record highs and a fourth straight day of gains 8:52

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Morning Report 17 Sep 24: Dow Jones touches new record high as investors rotate out of tech stocks 9:27

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Market Close 16 Sep 24: The Aussie market flirts with a record high 9:33

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Morning Report 16 Sep 24: Aussie shares to test record highs 9:59

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Market Close 13 Sep 24: ASX spooked after almost cracking record high 9:36

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Morning Report 13 Sep 24: S&P 500 has its fourth straight winning session 9:59

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Market Close 12 Sep 24: Best day in 4 weeks 9:34

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