Wall Street surged overnight as technology stocks powered higher and rate-cut optimism strengthened, with bond yields falling after dovish comments from Fed officials. Elsewhere, Broadcom joined Alphabet in leading the AI-driven rally, while Novo Nordisk slipped on disappointing Alzheimer’s trial results. Oil and gold rose as a weaker US dollar provided support. Back home, Aussie shares are set to extend gains on rising commodity prices. Meanwhile, Trump said he plans to visit China.

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Wall Street surged overnight as technology stocks powered higher and rate-cut optimism strengthened, with bond yields falling after dovish comments from Fed officials. Elsewhere, Broadcom joined Alphabet in leading the AI-driven rally, while Novo Nordisk slipped on disappointing Alzheimer&rsquo;s trial results. Oil and gold rose as a weaker US dollar provided support. Back home, Aussie shares are set to extend gains on rising commodity prices. Meanwhile, Trump said he plans to visit China.
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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Morning Report 25 Nov 25: Stocks push higher on rising rate cut expectations

Wall Street rebounded overnight as TSMC ignited a rally in chipmakers, lifting tech heavyweights while small caps continued to outperform. Goldman Sachs traders also notched a record-breaking performance. In Europe, shares climbed to fresh record highs, led by gains in technology and financial stocks. In commodities, oil slid 4% after comments from Donald Trump eased concerns over Iranian supply, while gold edged lower as stronger US jobs data boosted the US dollar. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to open flat after four consecutive sessions of gains.

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Wall Street rebounded overnight as TSMC ignited a rally in chipmakers, lifting tech heavyweights while small caps continued to outperform. Goldman Sachs traders also notched a record-breaking performance. In Europe, shares climbed to fresh record highs, led by gains in technology and financial stocks. In commodities, oil slid 4% after comments from Donald Trump eased concerns over Iranian supply, while gold edged lower as stronger US jobs data boosted the US dollar. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to open flat after four consecutive sessions of gains. 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 16 Jan 26: Wall Street rebounds as TSMC sparks chip rally

The ASX200 logged a fourth consecutive day of gains, up about 1.5% this week and 1.6% month‑to‑date, while the materials sector led with an 8% YTD rise and a 1% daily boost. Tech slipped 2.2% and Aussie Broadband fell 4.5%. BHP rallied 8% as its gap with CBA closed, and lithium miners surged, highlighted by Liontown’s 42% YTD jump. Looking ahead, US earnings, job‑less‑claims data, manufacturing figures and dividend‑paying ETFs will shape market sentiment.

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The ASX200 logged a fourth consecutive day of gains, up about 1.5% this week and 1.6% month‑to‑date, while the materials sector led with an 8% YTD rise and a 1% daily boost. Tech slipped 2.2% and Aussie Broadband fell 4.5%. BHP rallied 8% as its gap with CBA closed, and lithium miners surged, highlighted by Liontown&rsquo;s 42% YTD jump. Looking ahead, US earnings, job‑less‑claims data, manufacturing figures and dividend‑paying ETFs will shape market sentiment.
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Market Close 15 Jan 26: Four‑day winning streak for Aussie shares

Wall Street slipped as mixed results from big banks weighed on sentiment, while tech stocks retreated on renewed concerns over Nvidia’s chip outlook. Travel stocks also came under pressure as the US flagged plans to cancel certain holiday visas. In Europe, shares closed at record highs on Wednesday. In commodities, oil climbed on Iranian supply concerns, while copper, gold and silver surged to all-time highs. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to edge higher on Thursday, supported by strength in the mining sector.

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Wall Street slipped as mixed results from big banks weighed on sentiment, while tech stocks retreated on renewed concerns over Nvidia&rsquo;s chip outlook. Travel stocks also came under pressure as the US flagged plans to cancel certain holiday visas. In Europe, shares closed at record highs on Wednesday. In commodities, oil climbed on Iranian supply concerns, while copper, gold and silver surged to all-time highs. Back home, Aussie shares are expected to edge higher on Thursday, supported by strength in the mining sector.
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