Market Close 19 Mar 26: ASX slumps to 4-month low

The Aussie share market tumbled today, dragged lower by global uncertainty and Middle East tensions, with the ASX 200 falling to its lowest level in months. Energy was the sole bright spot, surging as oil prices jumped to near 12-year highs. Investors also digested a stronger-than-expected jobs rep…

Morning Report 19 Mar 26: ASX to plunge after oil prices spike

The ASX is expected to plunge at the open after oil prices spike once again. In the US, the Federal Reserve kept rates on hold, while markets fell following hotter-than-expected producer prices. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. The content i…

Market Close 18 Mar 26: Aussie stocks edge higher for second day

The Aussie share market has posted modest gains for a second consecutive session, with most sectors advancing as investors await key US Federal Reserve interest rate decision and Australian jobs data. Energy stocks rebounded strongly, while tech shares remain under pressure despite today's gains. T…

Morning Report 18 Mar 26: ASX to edge higher as overseas markets rally

The ASX is set to edge higher as overseas markets rally, with Wall Street gaining ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. Meanwhile, markets remain focused on developments in the Middle East, where crude oil has once again climbed above US$103 a barrel. James Gruber, Equity Market S…

Market Close 17 Mar 26: ASX snaps slide as divided RBA fuels relief

The Aussie market broke a three-day slide, lifting 0.4% even as the Reserve Bank raised interest rates to 4.1%. In a narrow 5-4 split decision, Governor Michelle Bullock cited persistent domestic inflation as the primary catalyst. While the hike was widely anticipated, the non-unanimous vote trigge…

Morning Report 17 Mar 26: ASX set to snap 3-day losing streak

The ASX is set to rise after closing lower for three straight sessions, with a rate decision from the Reserve Bank of Australia due later today. Meanwhile, on Wall Street, markets rebounded led by technology stocks, while oil retreated after Iran allowed some ships to pass through the Strait of Hor…

Market Close 16 Mar 26: Will the RBA hike interest rates?

The Aussie share market fell for a third straight session today, weighed down by mining stocks and broader market jitters amid escalating Middle East tensions. Energy was a rare bright spot, lifted by rising oil prices, while materials and financials struggled. With the RBA meeting tomorrow, invest…

Morning Report 16 Mar 26: ASX to fall as rates decision looms

Another sell-off is expected when the Aussie share market opens on Monday, extending the recent weakness. It’s a big week for interest-rate decisions in Australia, the US and around the globe, while investors are also watching the latest developments in oil supply. Join James Gruber, Equity Market…

Market Close 13 Mar 26: Banks help steady market amid rate hike speculation

The Aussie market closed out a turbulent week with a muted session on Friday as investors took a breather after a volatile week dominated by Middle East tensions. The ASX 200 ended down 0.1%, with the materials sector dragged lower by a 6% fall in gold miners, while financials gained 1% ahead of ne…

Morning Report 13 Mar 26: Oil soars again, ASX to slip

Oil markets remain in focus with prices above US$100 a barrel as attacks on oil tankers in the Middle East ramp up. Stocks were in the red across the US and Europe, and after losses on the Aussie market yesterday the ASX looks set to extend the slide. Meanwhile, US bond yields also soared as inflat…