The ASX 200 continued its winning streak today amid news of Japan holding rates steady and U.S tech stocks surging on hopes of further cuts. Locally, commodity prices rose due to a weaker U.S. dollar, benefiting miners and energy stocks, though lithium miners struggled. The August jobs report showed strong part-time job growth, while RBA economists pushed rate cut expectations to December. Next week, investors will be watching the RBA's rate decision, inflation updates, and significant dividend payouts from major companies.



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 ASX 200 continued its winning streak today amid news of Japan holding rates steady and U.S tech stocks surging on hopes of further cuts. Locally, commodity prices rose due to a weaker U.S. dollar, benefiting miners and energy stocks, though lithium miners struggled. The August jobs report showed strong part-time job growth, while RBA economists pushed rate cut expectations to December. Next week, investors will be watching the RBA's rate decision, inflation updates, and significant dividend payouts from major companies.
 
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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