The Australian share market edged higher on Tuesday as investors digested a slew of company earnings from major listed firms. Healthcare stocks led gains following strong results, while weak Chinese economic data raised concerns about commodity demand. Key reporting season themes included dividend payouts, transformation progress, and commodity sector resilience amid global uncertainties.
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 20 Aug 26: First Gains in 7 Sessions
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AM 20 Aug 26: US stocks rise as bond yields ease
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PM 19 Aug 26: ASX Falls for the 6th Straight Day
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