U.S markets surge off the back of strong May employment data. Meanwhile the U.S avoids a debt default with the debt ceiling resolved. And ASX energy stocks in focus today as OPEC cuts oil production. 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.

The market has closed in the green for a second straight day. 6 of the 11 sectors finished higher. The Fair Work Commission announced a 5.75% to minimum and award wages today which impacted the market in the morning. Paladin was among the top performers again today and once again, retailer Lovisa was amongst the worst performers. 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.

U.S stocks advance off the back of debt ceiling progress with tech stocks leading the way. A softer U.S dollar points to improvements for mining and energy stocks today. And in the local markets we’re looking forward to a strong start today.  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.

It’s the start of another month and Stevie and Laura are here for your closing market update! The market took a turn and closed in the green today, along with 8 of the 11 sectors. Flower company Lynch Group lifted after raising earnings expectations due to strong demand and Imugene fell 9% despite dosing its first patient with its cancer treatment during clinical trials. Ahead, the Annual Wage Review will be in the spotlight tomorrow as this could impact the next interest rate decision. 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.

Tom and Ryan examine U.S debt ceiling negotiations where Wall Street is retreating in response. Meanwhile tech shares continues performing strongly. In Australia the market took a hit off the back of higher than expected inflation numbers and weaker economic figures out of China. Plus Ryan looks into strong home price gains in May. 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.