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CommSec Market Update

CommSec Market Update is the podcast that will help you to stay ahead of the trends with daily expert commentary as the market opens and closes. Whether you are invested in the stock market, or just looking to get started, join the team from Australia’s leading online broker and follow the changes as they happen. 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

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7:34

Morning Report 23 Apr 26: US stocks surge on buoyant...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/22

US stocks surged on the ceasefire extension and strong earnings reports, but the ASX is poised to fall at the open as oil climbs back above $100 a barrel. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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9:16

Market Close 22 Apr 26: ASX slumps in worst day in...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/22

The Aussie share market tumbled more than 1% on Wednesday, marking its worst day in five weeks, as investors reacted to ongoing uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks. The financial sector led the decline, with major banks falling between 2-2.5%, while Cochlear shares plunged 40% after a significant profit downgrade. Treasury Wine Estates was a rare bright spot, jumping 16.5% on a major business restructure and positive trading update. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec

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7:48

Morning Report 22 Apr 26: Breaking news on the...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/21

Breaking news on the US-Iran war, the fragile ceasefire has just been extended. Earlier stocks slipped while oil prices surged amid ongoing tensions, plus a look at how Australian business start-ups are thriving. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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9:22

Market Close 21 Apr 26: US-Iran talks - on or off?

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/21

The local market delivered a directionless session, dipping less than 0.1% as investors braced for the expiration of the US-Iran ceasefire. With President Trump signalling he is unlikely to extend the two-week truce, markets remain in a "wait and see" pattern. Despite the cautious mood, the ASX remains up roughly 5.5% for the month. Rio Tinto outperformed, lifting 0.75% after revealing its production costs are remarkably resilient to diesel price hikes. Yancoal rose 4% following a steady quarterly

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7:35

Morning Report 21 Apr 26: Shares dip as ceasefire...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/20

Talks between the US and Iran remain stalled as the ceasefire deadline looms. Share markets fell while oil surged on renewed tensions and a closer look at the war’s long-term damage to the Middle East’s infrastructure. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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9:59

Market Close 20 Apr 26: Markets await US-Iran clarity

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/20

The local market staged a late recovery to finish flat after sliding 0.5% early on. Conflicting Middle East signals kept investors cautious, with oil prices bouncing 7% after the Strait of Hormuz was re-closed. The index remains stuck below the 9,000-point psychological barrier as "wait and see" mode prevails. NAB dropped 3.6% - its seventh straight loss - after flagging a $706 million bad debt provision linked to the conflict. Viva Energy tumbled 9% as it resumed trade following a refinery fire,

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8:39

Morning Report 20 Apr 26: Rocky open expected amid...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/19

We emerge from another weekend with little certainty around the US-Iran war, setting the stage for a potentially rocky start to the week for markets. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. 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,

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9:33

Market Close 17 Apr 26: Investors pause on peace talk...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/17

Local shares ended an uninspiring week with a 0.1% dip. Despite President Trump’s claims that US-Iran peace talks are going "swimmingly," markets remained skeptical, failing to hold the psychological 9,000-point level. The retreat is minor, however, compared to last week’s massive 4.5% surge. Zip rocketed 14% after hiking profit goals to $260 million on US strength. Conversely, Temple & Webster slumped 6.5% on broker warnings of a prolonged "war toll" on retail earnings. Energy

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9:31

Morning Report 17 Apr 26: Oil jumps, stocks extend rally

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/16

There’s been an update on ceasefires and peace talks as the Middle East war continues. That’s helped reassure Wall Street investors, with earnings season also gathering pace. Back home, the Aussie market is set to open lower. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN

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9:39

Market Close 16 Apr 26: Banks and Miners weigh on ASX

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/16

The Aussie share market slipped today after two days of gains, with banks and miners weighing on the index despite tech stocks surging seven percent. The market struggled around the 9,000 point level, though remains up 5.5% in April. Jobs data showed resilience with unemployment steady at 4.3%, while Chinese economic figures delivered a mixed result. Global markets were supported overnight by US earnings and hopes of progress in US-Iran talks ahead of next week's ceasefire deadline. Steve Daghlian

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7:45

Morning Report 16 Apr 26: S&P 500 hits record high on...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/15

The S&P 500 hit a record high as corporate earnings continued to roll in, while European markets dipped as earnings there raised further concerns. In Australia, key unemployment figures will be in focus today. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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8:13

Market Close 15 Apr 26: Cautious push higher for...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/15

The Aussie share market edged higher on Wednesday, with the ASX 200 gaining around a tenth of a percent despite mixed sector performance. Energy and defensive sectors retreated, while tech rebounded and materials lifted. Gold miners led gains after Evolution Mining forecast strong production amid record gold prices. Virgin Australia surged 8% after reaffirming its earnings outlook despite Middle East tensions. Investors await key Australian jobs data and US earnings for further direction. Steve

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7:47

Morning Report 15 Apr 26: Peace talk prospects lift...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/14

Share markets continued to rise on hopes of renewed US-Iran talks. Oil plunged as supply concerns eased, while attention is turning to China where the war has overshadowed fresh developments. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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9:15

Market Close 14 Apr 26: BHP leads ASX bounce

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/14

The ASX snapped a two-day slide today, lifting 0.5% on renewed hopes for a US-Iran peace deal. While gains halved from morning peaks following the start of a US Navy blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, the market remained resilient.BHP surged 3.2% after reports that China is reopening doors to its iron ore, but the corporate "war toll" weighed elsewhere. Qantas flagged an $800 million fuel hit, Westpac fell 2.6%, and Cleanaway cut profit guidance. Meanwhile, consumer confidence plunged 12.5% to

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7:15

Morning Report 14 Apr 26: US shares rise on peace...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/13

US shares rose after President Trump said Iran wants to make a deal. Oil prices also jumped after Tehran threatened to retaliate against the military blockade and how the impact of the oil crisis is being felt most acutely across Asia. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. 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

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9:51

Market Close 13 Apr 26: Stocks slide as US-Iran talks...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/13

The Aussie share market fell on Monday as failed US-Iran talks reignited Middle East tensions, lifting oil prices and weighing on investor sentiment. The ASX 200 slipped 0.4% with tech stocks hardest hit, while energy and defensive sectors gained. A2 Milk plunged 12% after downgrading profit forecasts due to supply chain disruptions in China. Investors will watch US earnings, jobs data, and further geopolitical developments this week. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec

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9:36

Morning Report 13 Apr 26: Markets rocky after no...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/12

No deal has been reached following weekend talks between the US and Iran, keeping uncertainty elevated. Six weeks into the conflict, conditions along a key global shipping route are expected to deteriorate further, so what impact will this have on markets? Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth

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9:41

Market Close 10 Apr 26: Aussie shares rocket to best...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/10

The local market snapped its three-day winning streak with a cautious 0.1% dip today, as investors braced for weekend US-Iran peace talks. Despite the minor pullback, the ASX rallied 4.4% across this holiday-shortened week leading to its strongest performance in over three years - recouping a massive portion of its March losses.Financials and Materials led the charge, while Energy slumped 5% as ceasefire hopes weighed on oil prices. Telix Pharmaceuticals soared 7% on positive FDA news, while

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9:14

Morning Report 10 Apr 26: US markets rise on key war...

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/09

Oil prices remain volatile as investors question the effectiveness of a two-week ceasefire. News of key weekend talks has also filtered through with attention now turning to how Wall Street reacted and what lies ahead for the Aussie share market. Join James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist, and Gillian Bowen, Head of Media and Markets at CommSec, as they take you through all the key numbers. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities

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10:00

Market Close 09 Apr 26: ASX stalls at 1-month high

CommSec Market Update ·

2026/04/09

The Aussie share market has steadied after two days of strong gains, with energy stocks rebounding on higher oil prices while technology shares retreated. The ASX 200 remains up around 5.7% over the past five days, recovering much of March's losses. Investors are closely watching developments in the Middle East conflict and upcoming US inflation data, which could influence market direction in the coming days. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break

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