Best CommSec Podcasts (2025)

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Market Close 20 Jun 25: 5-week winning streak comes to abrupt end for Aussie market 9:45

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The market has remained mostly flat for over a week now as war continues in the Middle East. Stevie is solo to reflect on this cautious market sentiment and recap the events and data that have kept markets flat. Energy stocks were some of the best performers today with mining some of the worst, and Steve unpacks the sectors which locally were a mix…

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Morning Report 20 Jun 25: US futures drop as Trump weighs strikes on Iran 9:56

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Both US and European markets ended lower amid rising geopolitical concerns, with US financial markets closed for a public holiday. In Europe, central bank actions drove sentiment: the Swiss National Bank surprised markets by cutting rates to zero, while the Bank of England held steady as Norway’s central bank also delivered a rate cut. Meanwhile, o…

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Market Close 19 Jun 25: 7 days of minimal movement for the Aussie market 8:41

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The market has remained completely flat today following seven days of almost no moves at all. Stevie is solo to reflect on the cautious week and this sluggish session, likely fuelled following a flat US session and ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Many sectors are in the red today and energy was an underperformer. He talks through the stocks th…

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Morning Report 19 Jun 25: S&P 500 erases gains on Powell's inflation remarks 9:30

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U.S. equity markets dipped as the Federal Reserve struck a cautious tone, warning that inflation may worsen—despite still projecting two rate cuts in 2025. Meanwhile, crypto stocks surged following the passage of the Genius Act, and bank shares rallied on signs of regulatory relief. Oil prices rose as the Iran-Israel conflict stretched into a sixth…

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Market Close 18 Jun 25: A busy 24 hours ahead 9:31

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The market has continued the week in the way that it started with only small movements in either direction across each session. Laura and Stevie discuss this session, and the recent performance unpacking the role that global tensions are playing in this cautiousness. Energy stocks remained in focus with oil prices surging once more and uranium stoc…

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Morning Report 18 Jun 25: Stocks fall as Israel-Iran jitters spur oil rally 9:58

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Global equity markets retreated as investors weighed the prospect of U.S. intervention in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Oil prices surged more than 4% on heightened geopolitical fears, while iron ore slumped to its lowest level since September. Meanwhile, weak U.S. retail sales data pointed to a softening economy, reinforcing expectations th…

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Market Close 17 Jun 25: Middle East headlines drive markets 9:54

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Tensions in the Middle East have kept markets cautious today with the session remaining mostly flat. Laura and Stevie discuss what marks five days of cautious sessions and unpack how international markets have performed. Oil prices have dipped slightly today following the recent high, and gold and uranium stocks are once again gaining attention. Th…

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Morning Report 17 Jun 25: Stocks rise as fear of all-out Middle East war eases 9:24

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Global markets recovered overnight as investors responded to easing tensions in the Middle East. Defensive stocks retreated as concerns eased, while risk appetite returned across sectors. Tech led the charge, with AMD shares surging on expectations of a sharp rebound for the chipmaker. Meta Platforms also rallied, buoyed by news it will finally int…

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Market Close 16 Jun 25: Oil and Energy continue to surge amid international tensions 9:55

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The market has remained largely flat today with the past four sessions now seeing very little movement. Laura and Stevie discuss the session, reflect on the recent high, and what could be keeping markets cautious. Mixed data out of China could have been a possible influence, international tensions have seen oil and energy stocks rally, and gold min…

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Morning Report 16 Jun 25: Stocks slump as Middle Eastern conflict escalates 9:45

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Global stock markets plunged as escalating tensions in the Middle East rattled investor confidence. Concerns over inflation are growing, driven by a sharp rise in energy prices. Oil surged to its highest level in three years on supply fears, while gold gained as investors flocked to traditional safe havens. Elsewhere, defence stocks rallied in resp…

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Market Close 13 Jun 25: Gold and Energy stocks soar amid geopolitical tenisions 9:55

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The market has declined slightly today but overall, the week has finished with a gain marking five weeks of improvements. Laura is solo today to reflect on the recent modest improvements and discuss the trade talks and geopolitical tensions which have kept investors cautious. Oil prices soared today with the energy sector being a beneficiary, Origi…

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Morning Report 13 Jun 25: US shares end higher, lifted by Oracle rally 9:59

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Wall Street showed resilience overnight, recovering from early losses to close higher. Oracle shares soared to a record high after reporting dramatically stronger sales, helping to lift overall market sentiment. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields edged higher following a strong auction and signs of easing inflation. Boeing shares, however, slipped amid …

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Market Close 12 Jun 25: Market runs out of steam following record high 9:56

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Following the record high of yesterday and the strong performances over the week the market has paused for breath today and lost some steam as the day went on. Laura and Stevie discuss the slight dip in US markets overnight despite positive trade talks and consumer inflation data that was heading in the right direction, and what could be keeping ma…

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Morning Report 12 Jun 25: US share markets end lower on Middle East tensions 9:11

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US stocks closed lower, dragged down by technology names and despite stronger-than-expected inflation data. Interest rates also eased, supported by progress on reducing the budget deficit. In company news, Starbucks shares surged after reports it may sell a minority stake in its Chinese operations. Meanwhile, oil prices jumped 4% to a two-month hig…

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Market Close 11 Jun 25: US, China truce sparks record high 9:55

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It has been a solid session today as the Aussie market has cracked a fresh record high once again. Laura and Stevie discuss the session where most of the sectors have seen gains and discuss the big winners with Zip continuing to forge ahead following the growth that it saw yesterday. Qantas gained attention as did Pilbara, and they look to the days…

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Morning Report 11 Jun 25: ASX 200 poised to set new record high 9:57

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Global markets saw a mix of optimism and caution on Tuesday. The S&P 500 rose for a third consecutive session, buoyed by renewed hopes for progress in US-China trade talks, while US small business sentiment improved for the first time this year. In Asia, Taiwan semiconductor stocks surged, driven by a strong revenue boost. Meanwhile, in the US, J.M…

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Market Close 10 Jun 25: ASX200 on the cusp of an all-time high 9:30

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The market has closed in on a record high once again today kicking off the holiday shortened week with a strong performance. Stevie is solo to reflect on what we saw over the long weekend including data out of China and further trade discussions, and he discusses the sectors that saw sizable gains, with the banks, consumer discretionary, and tech h…

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Market Close 20 Jun 25: 5-week winning streak comes to abrupt end for Aussie market 9:45

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Morning Report 20 Jun 25: US futures drop as Trump weighs strikes on Iran 9:56

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Market Close 19 Jun 25: 7 days of minimal movement for the Aussie market 8:41

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Morning Report 19 Jun 25: S&P 500 erases gains on Powell's inflation remarks 9:30

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Market Close 18 Jun 25: A busy 24 hours ahead 9:31

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Morning Report 18 Jun 25: Stocks fall as Israel-Iran jitters spur oil rally 9:58

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Market Close 17 Jun 25: Middle East headlines drive markets 9:54

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Morning Report 17 Jun 25: Stocks rise as fear of all-out Middle East war eases 9:24

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Market Close 16 Jun 25: Oil and Energy continue to surge amid international tensions 9:55

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Morning Report 16 Jun 25: Stocks slump as Middle Eastern conflict escalates 9:45

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Market Close 13 Jun 25: Gold and Energy stocks soar amid geopolitical tenisions 9:55

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Morning Report 13 Jun 25: US shares end higher, lifted by Oracle rally 9:59

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Market Close 12 Jun 25: Market runs out of steam following record high 9:56

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Morning Report 12 Jun 25: US share markets end lower on Middle East tensions 9:11

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Market Close 11 Jun 25: US, China truce sparks record high 9:55

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Morning Report 11 Jun 25: ASX 200 poised to set new record high 9:57

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Market Close 10 Jun 25: ASX200 on the cusp of an all-time high 9:30