Wall Street ended the week sharply lower, dragged down by weak economic data and renewed concerns over U.S. growth. July’s jobs report disappointed, with just 73,000 positions added, well below expectations and fueling fears of a slowdown. Markets are now increasingly pricing in a possible Fed rate cut in September. In corporate news, Amazon shares slid after quarterly earnings failed to meet high expectations, while homebuilding stocks gained on falling interest rates. Back home, Aussie shares are set to open the week lower as investors brace for earnings season.

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Wall Street ended the week sharply lower, dragged down by weak economic data and renewed concerns over U.S. growth. July&rsquo;s jobs report disappointed, with just 73,000 positions added, well below expectations and fueling fears of a slowdown. Markets are now increasingly pricing in a possible Fed rate cut in September. In corporate news, Amazon shares slid after quarterly earnings failed to meet high expectations, while homebuilding stocks gained on falling interest rates. Back home, Aussie shares are set to open the week lower as investors brace for earnings season.
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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