CommSec Market Update
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Market Close 12 Mar 26: Oil soars as tensions flare
The Australian share market fell sharply today, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattled investors, with the ASX 200 dropping 1.3%. Energy stocks gained strongly on surging oil prices, while tech and real estate sectors led the broader market decline. Investors are also bracing for a pot…
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Morning Report 12 Mar 26: The ASX to fall as US markets slip
The ASX is set to fall after US markets slipped overnight. Oil prices also jumped despite an agreement to release reserves, while US inflation edged higher with more increases expected in the months ahead. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all the key numbers. Th…
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Market Close 11 Mar 26: Banks and Miners drive gains
The Australian share market posted modest gains today, with banks and miners leading the charge as investors weighed RBA rate hike expectations and Middle East tensions. The ASX 200 climbed around 0.6%, recovering some of Monday's losses, though sectors like tech and healthcare lagged. Energy stock…
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Morning Report 11 Mar 26: ASX to rise as oil sinks
The ASX is set to rise at the open as oil prices sink, providing some relief for markets. On Wall Street, markets moved higher after Donald Trump said the war could soon end, while gold leapt and base metals rallied as the US dollar paused its recent surge. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist a…
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Market Close 10 Mar 26: ASX bounces back as US hints at "short-term" conflict
Local shares staged a relief rally today, reclaiming ground after yesterday's bruising 2.9% sell-off. Sentiment shifted following comments from President Trump suggesting the Middle East conflict could conclude "very soon," cooling the panic that recently gripped global markets. While the index fad…
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Morning Report 10 Mar 26: ASX to rebound as oil pares gains
The ASX is set to rebound on Tuesday after overseas markets steadied overnight. In commodities, Brent crude briefly hit its highest level since 2022 before falling sharply, while a stronger US dollar weighed on other commodity prices. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you thr…
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Market Close 09 Mar 26: Aussie market drops to three-month low
The Australian share market tumbled to its lowest point since December, extending its worst day in nearly a year as Middle East tensions escalated. Energy was the sole gainer, rising 2% amid oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, while every other sector recorded steep losses. Investors braced for …
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Morning Report 09 Mar 26: ASX to dive as oil spikes
The ASX is set to dive as oil prices spike amid escalating conflict in Iran, while a disappointing US jobs report also weighed on markets. Meanwhile, metals and mineral prices surged as tensions in the Middle East intensified. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec takes you through all…
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Market Close 06 Mar 26: Worst weekly drop in over a year for Aussie market
The Aussie market endured a bruising week, on track for its sharpest weekly decline since early 2025. While Energy stocks offered some protection - buoyed by a 20% surge in oil prices this week - the broader market succumbed to fears of an inflationary shock. Materials and Gold miners were heavily …
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Morning Report 06 Mar 26: ASX to tumble as Iran war lifts oil
The ASX is set to tumble as escalating conflict in Iran sends oil prices higher. Elsewhere, US bonds sold off for a fourth straight session as doubts grow over the timing of rate cuts, while Wall Street also fell amid reports of new chipmaker restrictions. James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at…
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