US markets turned things around on Friday, shrugging off the banking jitters that rattled investors a day earlier. Solid results from a few regional lenders helped restore confidence, and all three major indices closed higher. Today, Aussie shares look set to open slightly weaker, with Chinese GDP data and a dip in commodities weighing on sentiment. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese heads to the US to meet President Trump, with rare earths and critical minerals expected high on the agenda.

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US markets turned things around on Friday, shrugging off the banking jitters that rattled investors a day earlier. Solid results from a few regional lenders helped restore confidence, and all three major indices closed higher. Today, Aussie shares look set to open slightly weaker, with Chinese GDP data and a dip in commodities weighing on sentiment. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese heads to the US to meet President Trump, with rare earths and critical minerals expected high on the agenda.
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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