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Market Updates

A twice-daily podcast from the Marcus Today team for self-directed investors.Published every weekday before the ASX open and after the close (AEST), these short updates cover what"s moving markets, key developments overnight, and the themes shaping the trading day.Clear. Practical. No noise.

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13:03

Pre-Market Report – Friday 30th May US Markets mixed...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/29

Wall Street recorded a positive session following Nvidia’s strong after-market results Wednesday. Markets had a lot to digest as a US trade court challenged Trump’s ability to impose tariffs, a move later overruled for the time being by the appeals court. Biggest legal challenge to Trump yet and will escalate. S&P 500 up 0.40%, NASDAQ up 0.39%. Dow rose at open, continually dropped until midday, and found strength to rise and end near high. Up 117 points. All sectors saw green. REITS bigg...

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12:58

End of Day Report – Thursday 29th May ASX 200 up a...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/29

The ASX 200 limped to a 13-point rise at 8410 (0.2%) missing out on the US fun as the tariffs got knocked back and Nvidia ran on results. Banks were slightly better with NAB and WBC doing ok, CBA unchanged and the Big Bank Basket up to $272.57 (+0.4%). Financials were strong, MQG up 1.7% and XYZ rising 3.0%. REITs fell, GMG down 1.4% and SCG off 1.1%. Industrials firmed, TCL up 0.4%, WES up 0.2% and TLS pushing ahead up 0.8%. Tech was better but not stunning, WTC up 1.2% and the All-Tech Inde...

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13:24

Pre-Market Report – Thursday 29th May - US markets...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/28

Wall Street recorded a negative session, dropping late on, as markets chewed on Fed meeting minutes from early May and awaited Nvidia earnings results after market close. Nvidia beat expectations although guidance was lower than expected due to anticipated lost revenue from China. Up over 4% in after hours trading, Wall Street will follow. S&P 500 down 0.56%, NASDAQ down 0.46%. Dow slowly fell throughout the day and dropped before the close. Down 245 points, near low. All sectors saw red....

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11:37

End of Day Report – Wednesday 28th May - ASX 200...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/28

The ASX 200 limped along to close down 11 points at 8397 as a Japanese bond auction underwhelmed, and CPI came in a little hotter than expected. Blame eggs. Banks went a little squishy, with CBA falling 0.9% and the Big Bank Basket down to $271.48 (-0.9%). Insurers also fell with QBE off 1.6%. Other financials were mixed, XYZ rose 4.9% on better US consumer sentiment and bitcoin. REITs are better today, GMG is up 0.9%, and SCG is rising, Industrials started well but fizzled, WES is down 0.1%,...

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13:58

Pre-Market Report – Wednesday 28th May - US markets...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/27

Wall Street recorded a strong session, the first since Trump extended his 50% tariff on the EU from June 1st to July 9th. US consumer confidence also broke a 5 month decline, improving on the back of tariff reprieves between the US and China. S&P 500 up 2.05%, NASDAQ up 2.47%. Dow rose steadily throughout session to end near high. Up 741 points. All sectors up. Growth sectors best performers. News of tariff reprieve outweighed company specific news. Cyclicals were the top performer, boost...

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11:20

End of Day Report – Tuesday 27th May ASX 200 kicks 47...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/27

The ASX 200 finished up 47 points to 8408 (0.6%) ahead of US and UK reopening tonight. The banks led the market higher after a lacklustre session earlier, CBA up 0.8% and ANZ rising 1.4% with the Big Bank Basket up to $273.93 (+1.0%). MQG kicked 1.4% with other financials doing well too, NWL up 1.4% and CGF up 1.1%. REITs are flat, GMG is down 0.5%, with industrials doing better, and BXB is up 3.0% with ALL up 1.9%. TLS rallied another 0.4% on its investor day comments; Retail also improved, ...

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7:25

Pre-Market Report – Tuesday 27th May - US and UK...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/26

US markets were closed yesterday for Memorial Day. European stocks were up following first session since Trump’s tariff extension. ASX to rise. SPI futures up 20 points (+0.24%). TLS Investor Day - ALS placement - Iron ore at two week low Want to invest with Marcus Today? The Managed Strategy Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you. If you’re looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Manageme...

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11:13

End of Day Report – Monday 26th May

Market Updates ·

2025/05/26

The ASX 200 finished unchanged at 8361, as US futures improved on the Latest Trump backflip. Gold and uranium are the stand-out sectors, with BOE up 7.3% and PDN rising 8.8%. NST and EVN are both doing well, and Cu pricing is helping, too. Iron ore missed, oil and gas flat, interest stirring in base metals, S32 up % and NIC up %. Banks drifted slightly lower, ANZ down 1.4% and NAB off 0.8%. The Big Bank Basket eased to $271.19 (-0.3%) MQG gained 0.5% with insurers slightly better. Industrials...

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12:52

Pre-Market Report – Monday 26th May US markets drop...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/25

Global stocks fell Friday as Trump reignited trade war fears. S&P 500 down 0.67%. Nasdaq down 1%. Dow down 256 points. Indices opened at the low, rising for most the session. VIX up 10%. The main headline: ‘here we go again’. Trump threatened 50% tariffs on EU goods after Bessent said the current deals weren’t good enough. He had been quiet since returning from the Middle-East…too quiet. Does support the narrative this new administration wants volatility. The EU exports ~€500bn to the U...

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12:06

End of Day Report – Friday 23rd May ASX 200 up 12 -...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/23

The ASX 200 limped 12 points higher to 8361 (+0.2%) ahead of a long weekend in the US. For the week, we are up 17 points. Banks once again firm, CBA up another 0.7% with the Big Bank Basket up to $271.95 (+0.6%). ANZ outperforming. Insurers rose slightly, and financial services better, with XYZ up 5.5% and GQG bouncing 2.4%. REITs were firm, GMG up 2.2% and SGP rising 0.2% as 10-year yields steadied to 4.45%. Healthcare is flat, tech stocks are slightly better, XRO is up 0.7%, and the Index i...

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11:02

Pre-Market Report – Friday 23rd May US Markets flat -...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/22

The S&P 500 ended Thursday near flat, as investors grappled with fears of rising rates and worries about a ballooning U.S. deficit. The 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest since October 2023 as lawmakers passed a bill that investors fear could worsen the U.S. deficit. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 1.35 points, closing at 41,859.09. The S&P 500 lost 0.04% and ended at 5,842.01, while the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.28% and settled at 18,925.73. In a party line vote early ...

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9:58

Pre-Market Report – Wednesday 21st May - Worst night...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/21

ASX to fall. SPI futures down 82 points (-0.98%). Want to invest with Marcus Today? The Managed Strategy Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you. If you’re looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Management can help. Their team of licensed advisers operates across most states, offering tailored financial planning services. Why not sign up for a free trial? Gain access to expert insigh...

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15:28

End of Day Report – Wednesday 21st May - ASX up 44 -...

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2025/05/21

The ASX 200 rallied another 44 points to 8387 (+0.5%). Off its highs but still looking ok. Once again, the banks led us up, CBA hitting a record high, up 1.5%, with the Big Bank Basket up to $273.04 (+1.2%). MQG is up 1.0% with insurers flat. 10-year yields at 4.48%. Other financials eased, and REITs drifted slightly higher. Industrials mixed, TLS continuing higher up 0.6% and ALL down 1.5% with retail taking a break. Tech stocks saw selling in WTC and XRO, but TNE was up 5.9% again as retail...

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9:30

Pre-Market Report – Wednesday 21st May- US Markets...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/20

Wall Street recorded a negative session as markets contemplated US fiscal concerns while Congress debated a bill for tax cut. Ended a streak of six consecutive gains for the S&P 500. S&P 500 down 0.39%, NASDAQ down 0.38%. Dow down 115 points. Dropped at open and maintained level for most of session. Ended mid range. Mostly negative sector performance. Energy once again worst sector. Long-term global growth concerns. Growth sectors performed poorly. Tech down. Alphabet down 1.5% despit...

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12:15

End of Day Report – Tuesday 20 May: RBA cuts 25bps |...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/20

ASX 200 rallies 48 points to 8343 (0.6%), regaining yesterday’s loss as the RBA cuts rates by 25bps, as expected. Banks better, led by NAB up 1% with the Big Bank Basket up to $269.90 (+0.7%). MQG rallied 2.0% with other financials better, too, ZIP up 3.1% and PNI up 1.7%. Insurers firmed, and REITS pushed higher as rates fell. 10-year yields fell to 4.44%. Industrials are also doing well, with WES up 0.8% and TLS rising 2.2% as it pushed up phone plans. SGH is up 1.4%, and retail is do...

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10:15

Pre-Market Report – Tuesday 20 May: US markets bounce...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/19

Wall Street recorded a flat session following Moody’s downgrade of the US’s credit rating after market close on Friday. US indices dropped at open but recovered by the end of session. S&P 500 up 0.09%, NASDAQ up 0.02%. Dow up 137 points. Ended near high. Mostly positive sector performance. Healthcare best performing sector. Novarax (+15%) boosted sector as received FDA approval for Covid vaccine. Utilities second best performer. Other defensives did well too. Materials and Industrials bot...

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10:56

End of Day Report – Monday 19 May: ASX 200 falls 49...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/19

ASX 200 followed US futures down on Moody’s downgrade, off 49 points at 8295 (0.6%). Banks tried to hold off the selling, but the Big Bank Basket rose to $267.97 (+0.3%). MQG fell 3.4% as it went Ex-dividend. Financials slid, ZIP off 6.2% and PPT down 2.9% with PNI off 2.4%. Insurers unchanged, REITs fell as bond yields pushed up a little to 4.51%. GMG down 0.6% and SCG off 0.3%. Industrials eased back too, CPU down 1.0% and WTC falling 2.1% with retail and travel stocks down. DMP fell ...

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10:49

Pre-Market Report – Monday 19 May: US markets firm |...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/18

Another good night on Wall St despite bearish headlines. S&P 500 up 0.7%. Nasdaq up 0.52% and the Dow up 332 points. Closing on the high. Michigan consumer sentiment dropped on Friday for the 5th month in a row to a 10Y low. Inflation expectations hit 4.6%. The highest reading since the measure began in 2008. Sounds bad but both numbers are sentiment based, not real data. The rise in stocks was attributed to continued momentum and optimism surrounding the US/China trade deal. Pretty much ...

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12:05

End of Day Report – Friday 16 May: ASX up 46 points...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/16

The ASX 200 wilted slightly from 8400, to close up only 46 points at 8344, touching a 3-month high. Today, it was all about resources as BHP, RIO, and FMG rallied. The gold sector, too, was back in demand, with GMD up 4.4% and NEM rising 3.6% after a bruising week. LYC bounced too much 2.7% with LTR continuing to find friends and shorts covering. Up another 3.2%. In oil and gas, WDS unchanged and STO rose 0.5%, with uranium stocks giving back some recent gains, PDN down 8.0%, and BOE off 7.2%...

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12:15

Pre-Market Report – Friday 16 May: US markets...

Market Updates ·

2025/05/15

Wall Street recorded another mixed day in a choppy session as US data came in weaker than expected. US producer prices unexpectedly dropped and retail sales were mixed. S&P 500 up 0.41%, NASDAQ down 0.18%. Dow up. Dropped at open but steadily rose throughout day. Ended near high, up 272 points. Mostly positive sector performance. Growth sectors returned some recent gains. Tech slightly down, Cyclicals down. Amazon (-2.4%) and Tesla (-1.4%) dragged Cyclicals down. Tesla impacted by news Mu...

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