The Aussie share market fell sharply today, hitting a four-year low for the month as global uncertainty weighed heavily on investor sentiment. Energy stocks rallied on soaring oil prices, while banks and tech stocks led the decline. With one day left in March, the ASX 200 is on track for its worst monthly performance since June 2022. Investors remain focused on Middle East tensions and await further economic data from the US and RBA minutes.

Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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 Aussie share market fell sharply today, hitting a four-year low for the month as global uncertainty weighed heavily on investor sentiment. Energy stocks rallied on soaring oil prices, while banks and tech stocks led the decline. With one day left in March, the ASX 200 is on track for its worst monthly performance since June 2022. Investors remain focused on Middle East tensions and await further economic data from the US and RBA minutes.
Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.
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.
 
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Market Close 30 Mar 26: Rough start to the week for ASX

The ASX is expected to move higher despite a softer lead from Wall Street. Oil prices pared gains after a G7 pledge to stabilise energy markets, while attention is also turning to why the “Magnificent Seven” stocks aren’t so magnificent this year.

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 appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

The ASX is expected to move higher despite a softer lead from Wall Street. Oil prices pared gains after a G7 pledge to stabilise energy markets, while attention is also turning to why the &ldquo;Magnificent Seven&rdquo; stocks aren&rsquo;t so magnificent this year.
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 appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

Morning Report 31 Mar 26: Wall Street slips despite Trump’s assurances

The conflict in the Middle East has entered its fifth week, with the weekend’s developments set to shape markets in the days ahead. The Aussie market is expected to open lower following recent weakness, while key economic data out of Australia this week will also be in focus.

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

The conflict in the Middle East has entered its fifth week, with the weekend&rsquo;s developments set to shape markets in the days ahead. The Aussie market is expected to open lower following recent weakness, while key economic data out of Australia this week will also be in focus.
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, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

Morning Report 30 Mar 26: Markets to fall as war enters its fifth week

The Aussie share market edged lower on Friday as investors remained cautious amid ongoing Middle East tensions, with energy stocks outperforming and technology shares under pressure. The ASX 200 is on track for its first weekly gain in four weeks, though still facing its worst monthly performance since June 2022. Market sentiment was influenced by delayed US military action against Iran and fluctuating oil prices, while sectors showed a split performance over the week.

Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.

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 Aussie share market edged lower on Friday as investors remained cautious amid ongoing Middle East tensions, with energy stocks outperforming and technology shares under pressure. The ASX 200 is on track for its first weekly gain in four weeks, though still facing its worst monthly performance since June 2022. Market sentiment was influenced by delayed US military action against Iran and fluctuating oil prices, while sectors showed a split performance over the week.
Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean.
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.

Market Close 30 Mar 26: Rough start to the week for ASX

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