The ASX200 was down about 0.6% as US futures pointed to a softer start, with the Nasdaq futures dropping around 0.75% and the Dow about 0.5%. Energy shares were the only sector in the green, up roughly 0.5%, while health, financials, tech and real estate all fell. An ASX technical glitch halted 80 stocks, most notably Metcash, which slid 9.2%. Investors will watch the Wednesday update on three‑month Aussie growth, US jobs and inflation data, and the Fed decision due on 10‑11 December.

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.

The ASX200 was down about 0.6% as US futures pointed to a softer start, with the Nasdaq futures dropping around 0.75% and the Dow about 0.5%. Energy shares were the only sector in the green, up roughly 0.5%, while health, financials, tech and real estate all fell. An ASX technical glitch halted 80 stocks, most notably Metcash, which slid 9.2%. Investors will watch the Wednesday update on three‑month Aussie growth, US jobs and inflation data, and the Fed decision due on 10‑11 December.
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.

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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