The Aussie share market paused after a stellar week of gains, with the ASX 200 down slightly but maintaining strong year-to-date momentum. Materials and tech sectors led, while financials lagged. Gold stocks surged following overnight price gains, and lithium miners rallied on positive earnings from US producer Albemarle. The RBA's rate decision next Tuesday will be closely watched by investors.
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.
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PM 13 Aug 26: Mixed profit results keep ASX subdued
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AM 13 Aug 26: Tame inflation lifts US markets
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PM 12 Aug 26: Profit results weigh on ASX
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