• 9 minutes 26 seconds
    PM 09 Oct 26: Key tests for market ahead

    The Australian share market finished Friday with modest gains, pushing into positive territory for a second consecutive week. Tech and consumer discretionary stocks led the rally, while defensive sectors like utilities and property trusts also improved. Key upcoming catalysts include Australian jobs data, US inflation figures, and major corporate earnings reports next week.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    9 October 2026, 6:13 am
  • 9 minutes 14 seconds
    AM 09 Oct 26: Oil soars. What’s behind the latest spike?

    Oil prices surged overnight, but what’s behind the latest spike? Wall Street retreated as a sell-off in heavyweight tech and chip stocks added to the pressure from rising oil prices, while the ASX is poised for a slightly stronger open. Plus, why more Australians are making voluntary contributions to their superannuation.

    Join James Tao, Equity Market Commentator and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers.

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    8 October 2026, 7:57 pm
  • 9 minutes 32 seconds
    PM 08 Oct 26: Banks and miners weigh on ASX

    The Australian share market fell for a second consecutive session as materials and financial stocks led declines. The ASX 200 faced headwinds from weak iron ore sales negotiations with Chinese buyers and banking sector pressure. European debt concerns and US interest rate signals added to market caution. Energy stocks provided support on oil price gains amid geopolitical tensions. Key inflation data arrives next week ahead of late October US policy decisions.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    8 October 2026, 6:10 am
  • 10 minutes
    AM 08 Oct 26: ASX under pressure as Wall Street retreats

    Fresh details from the Federal Reserve have revealed what drove last month’s US interest rate hike, but what could they mean for rates from here? Wall Street’s record-breaking run came to an end as investors reassessed the outlook for interest rates and energy costs, with the ASX poised to follow with a weaker open. Plus, why one of the biggest media deals in recent history could reshape the battle for streaming audiences.

    Join James Tao, Equity Market Commentator and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers.

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    7 October 2026, 8:04 pm
  • 9 minutes 55 seconds
    PM 07 Oct 26: ASX ends winning streak

    The Australian share market ended Wednesday slightly lower after a mixed session, with banks and materials weighing on performance despite gains in healthcare and property. Key movers included uranium miners, tech stocks, and dividend payers, while offshore markets hit record highs. US earnings season approaches this week.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    7 October 2026, 6:08 am
  • 9 minutes 59 seconds
    AM 07 Oct 26: Another milestone beckons for Nvidia

    Wall Street climbed to fresh record highs overnight, but which companies are driving the rally? Megacap and AI-related stocks were among the standouts as Treasury yields eased and investors looked ahead to the upcoming US earnings season, while the Aussie market is set to open flat. Plus, why Australian mortgage holders are proving resilient despite higher interest rates and falling property prices.

    Join James Tao, Equity Market Commentator and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers.

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    6 October 2026, 8:01 pm
  • 8 minutes 39 seconds
    PM 06 Oct 26: ASX up, consumer confidence plummets

    The Australian share market continues its upward trajectory for a third consecutive session, buoyed by strong US leads and solid performance from miners and banks. However, consumer confidence surveys reveal deepening concerns about employment prospects and rising living costs. Tech stocks remain under pressure locally, while property shares rebound. Key developments include a trading halt on Dicker Data pending a material acquisition announcement.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    6 October 2026, 6:05 am
  • 9 minutes 12 seconds
    AM 06 Oct 26: Wall Street breaks records again. Why?

    Wall Street climbed to fresh record highs overnight, but what is driving the rally? Last week’s softer-than-expected US jobs report has eased expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike this month, helping lift tech and AI-related stocks, while the ASX is poised to follow with a positive open. Plus, why Nike’s struggles are a reminder that even the world’s biggest brands can lose their edge.

    Join James Tao, Equity Market Commentator and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers.

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    5 October 2026, 8:04 pm
  • 9 minutes 5 seconds
    PM 05 Oct 26: ASX ekes out gain in light holiday trade

    The Australian share market opened with modest gains on Monday but faded through the session, finishing nearly flat as a long weekend holiday dampened trading volumes. Healthcare stocks led the way with several notable corporate deals, while semiconductor stocks benefited from US strength. Investors remain cautious as they digest recent bond market volatility and higher interest rates across multiple regions.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    5 October 2026, 6:22 am
  • 8 minutes 45 seconds
    AM 05 Oct 26: ASX set to follow Wall Street’s gains

    Wall Street advanced on Friday after weaker-than-expected US jobs data eased expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike this month. The ASX is poised to follow with a positive open as trading gets underway despite public holidays in some states, while oil prices eased after G7 countries agreed to release supplies from emergency reserves. Plus, why easing inflation doesn’t necessarily mean households are feeling relief from higher prices.

    Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, takes you through all the key numbers.

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    4 October 2026, 7:38 pm
  • 9 minutes 9 seconds
    PM 02 OCT 26: ASX recovers from worst day in months

    The Australian share market recovered on Friday, climbing back into positive territory for the week after Thursday's worst session in nearly seven months. Tech stocks surged while most sectors improved, though property continued to struggle amid rising bond yields. Investors digested mixed inflation data, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and the RBA's fourth rate hike of the year, with focus now turning to US employment data and earnings season ahead.

    Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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    2 October 2026, 7:10 am
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