Aussie stocks ended their winning streak with the ASX 200 down after a strong start to 2025. November’s retail sales data showed a 0.8% increase, softer than expected, reflecting cautious consumer spending despite heavy promotional activities. This adds weight to the possibility of an interest rate cut in February, though key data like employment stats and inflation updates later this month will be pivotal. Meanwhile, Star Entertainment hit an all-time low amid cash flow concerns, and Avita Medical struggled after cutting revenue goals. Bright spots included gold miners and lithium stocks, with Arcadium Lithium surging 8% after regulatory progress in its Rio Tinto takeover deal. Investors now await U.S. employment reports and Chinese inflation data for further direction.

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Aussie stocks ended their winning streak with the ASX 200 down after a strong start to 2025. November&rsquo;s retail sales data showed a 0.8% increase, softer than expected, reflecting cautious consumer spending despite heavy promotional activities. This adds weight to the possibility of an interest rate cut in February, though key data like employment stats and inflation updates later this month will be pivotal. Meanwhile, Star Entertainment hit an all-time low amid cash flow concerns, and Avita Medical struggled after cutting revenue goals. Bright spots included gold miners and lithium stocks, with Arcadium Lithium surging 8% after regulatory progress in its Rio Tinto takeover deal. Investors now await U.S. employment reports and Chinese inflation data for further direction.
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.

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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.

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 account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

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