Market Close 8 Oct 25: Gold rises to key milestone
The ASX200 edged lower, down about 0.1 % and marking a third consecutive losing session. Weakness came from tech, retail and telco stocks, while energy fell and materials gave modest support. Gold broke the $4,000‑a‑ounce milestone, driving a surge in the precious‑metal sector. Looking ahead, markets will watch the US Federal Reserve minutes, upcoming US crude‑oil inventory data and tomorrow’s Australian consumer‑inflation expectations. 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 08 Oct 25: ASX to slip as Wall Street rally loses momentum
US stocks paused their record-breaking run as Oracle shares slid on reports its cloud margins were weaker than expected. Trilogy Metals jumped after the US government took a 10% stake, while Ford slipped following a fire at an aluminium plant. Constellation Brands topped sales forecasts on strong beer demand, and a New York Fed survey showed growing concern about the job market. Gold futures hit the $4,000 mark for the first time, and in New Zealand, the RBA is expected to cut rates later today. Back home, Aussie shares are set to open lower on Wednesday. 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 7 Oct 25: Aussie stocks tread water near record highs
ASX200 down ~1.4% as markets stay cautious amid US government shutdown and mixed tech news. Gold miners lead gains, with Greatland Resources +10% and gold sector up 20‑24% month‑on‑month. DroneShield still up 700% YTD despite 3% dip. Financials, materials, utilities marginally positive; consumer discretionary and telecom fall over 1%. Upcoming Fed, ECB, RBNZ speeches and NZ rate‑cut expected. 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 Oct 25: Stocks rise as chipmakers surge after AMD deal
Wall Street shook off an unsteady start to close higher, led by a powerful rally in chipmakers after AMD announced a new chip deal with OpenAI. Financials were also in focus, with Fifth Third agreeing to buy Comerica in the year’s biggest U.S. bank deal, while Tesla shares climbed after teasing an upcoming product unveiling. Overseas, French political turmoil pushed bond yields higher. In commodities, oil prices rose as OPEC+ increased output less than expected, and gold prices touched a fresh record high. Back home, Aussie shares are set to open higher on Tuesday, inching closer to record levels. 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 06 Oct 25: Bitcoin and gold surge to record highs
The Aussie market started the holiday-shortened week quietly, trading with lighter volumes but briefly topping 9,000 points for the first time in six weeks before easing in the afternoon. Gold miners stood out as the precious metal hit fresh record highs, while Bitcoin also surged to a new all-time high above $125,000. Gains came through from energy stocks after OPEC raised output by less than expected, and rare earths and copper miners rose on strong demand and supply concerns. Lynas jumped 7% to its highest level since 2011, while the Brisbane Broncos surged 27% following their premiership win. 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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