Tensions are flaring in the Middle East, pushing oil higher and stocks lower. Locally, the Australian share market is set to open flat, with a closer look at what’s happening with the dollar.

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.

Tensions are flaring in the Middle East, pushing oil higher and stocks lower. Locally, the Australian share market is set to open flat, with a closer look at what&rsquo;s happening with the dollar.
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.

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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Morning Report 24 Apr 26: Iran jitters, oil jumps and stocks drop

The ASX200 slipped for a fourth day and is down about 1.8% this week despite a 3.5% month to date gain. Energy led as oil topped US$106 a barrel while materials and gold lagged. Suncorp secured A$2.4 billion in reinsurance and IGO cut spodumene guidance. Markets now focus on US big tech results Fed decision and Australian quarterly inflation.

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 ASX200 slipped for a fourth day and is down about 1.8% this week despite a 3.5% month to date gain. Energy led as oil topped US$106 a barrel while materials and gold lagged. Suncorp secured A$2.4 billion in reinsurance and IGO cut spodumene guidance. Markets now focus on US big tech results Fed decision and Australian quarterly inflation.
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 24 Apr 26: Markets brace for jam-packed week

The local market slipped for a third straight day, falling 0.6% as hopes for a US-Iran peace deal faded. With negotiations stalled and the Strait of Hormuz closed once again, oil prices have reclaimed the 100 USD mark for the first time in weeks. The index has now retreated 2.5% from its recent mid-April highs, erasing a significant chunk of the month’s recovery gains. 

Energy stocks were the sole bright spot, jumping 3% on the back of soaring crude. Santos lifted 3.5% after maintaining its annual guidance, while Karoon Energy led the pack with an 8% surge. Cochlear plunged another 4% to hit a decade-low, extending its catastrophic 63% year-to-date decline. Retailer Temple & Webster also cratered 8% to a two-year low following a surprise leadership shake-up.

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 local market slipped for a third straight day, falling 0.6% as hopes for a US-Iran peace deal faded. With negotiations stalled and the Strait of Hormuz closed once again, oil prices have reclaimed the 100 USD mark for the first time in weeks. The index has now retreated 2.5% from its recent mid-April highs, erasing a significant chunk of the month&rsquo;s recovery gains.&nbsp;
Energy stocks were the sole bright spot, jumping 3% on the back of soaring crude. Santos lifted 3.5% after maintaining its annual guidance, while Karoon Energy led the pack with an 8% surge. Cochlear plunged another 4% to hit a decade-low, extending its catastrophic 63% year-to-date decline. Retailer Temple &amp; Webster also cratered 8% to a two-year low following a surprise leadership shake-up.
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 23 Apr 26: Oil up, stocks down

US stocks surged on the ceasefire extension and strong earnings reports, but the ASX is poised to fall at the open as oil climbs back above $100 a barrel.

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.

US stocks surged on the ceasefire extension and strong earnings reports, but the ASX is poised to fall at the open as oil climbs back above $100 a barrel.
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 24 Apr 26: Iran jitters, oil jumps and stocks drop

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