The Australian share market ended Friday slightly higher after strong early gains faded heading into the weekend. Investor caution persisted as the ASX 200 approached key resistance levels, though weekly gains recovered recent losses. US tech earnings dominated sentiment, with Microsoft's results signalling AI profitability, while locally, 4D Medical surged on growth metrics. Reporting season begins Monday, with major corporate updates expected throughout August.

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The Australian share market ended Friday slightly higher after strong early gains faded heading into the weekend. Investor caution persisted as the ASX 200 approached key resistance levels, though weekly gains recovered recent losses. US tech earnings dominated sentiment, with Microsoft's results signalling AI profitability, while locally, 4D Medical surged on growth metrics. Reporting season begins Monday, with major corporate updates expected throughout August. 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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Stay across key moves in the Australian and global share markets with the CommSec Market Update. Brought to you by CommSec’s expert team, join us for two, 10-minute episodes every weekday to keep your finger on the pulse.

Start your morning at 7am with James Gruber and Gillian Bowen for a comprehensive analysis of overnight international moves and a look at what to expect for the day ahead. Then, once the ASX closes, join Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati for a thorough wrap-up of the day’s trade.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, we keep you up to date on the what, and also the why.

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.

Stay across key moves in the Australian and global share markets with the CommSec Market Update. Brought to you by CommSec&rsquo;s expert team, join us for two, 10-minute episodes every weekday to keep your finger on the pulse.
Start your morning at 7am with James Gruber and Gillian Bowen for a comprehensive analysis of overnight international moves and a look at what to expect for the day ahead. Then, once the ASX closes, join Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati for a thorough wrap-up of the day&rsquo;s trade.
Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, we keep you up to date on the what, and also the why.
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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Stay across key moves in the Australian and global share markets with the CommSec Market Update. Brought to you by CommSec’s expert team, join us for two, 10-minute episodes every weekday to keep your finger on the pulse.

Start your morning at 7am with James Gruber and Gillian Bowen for a comprehensive analysis of overnight international moves and a look at what to expect for the day ahead. Then, once the ASX closes, join Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati for a thorough wrap-up of the day’s trade.

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Stay across key moves in the Australian and global share markets with the CommSec Market Update. Brought to you by CommSec&rsquo;s expert team, join us for two, 10-minute episodes every weekday to keep your finger on the pulse.
Start your morning at 7am with James Gruber and Gillian Bowen for a comprehensive analysis of overnight international moves and a look at what to expect for the day ahead. Then, once the ASX closes, join Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati for a thorough wrap-up of the day&rsquo;s trade.
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