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The ASX 200 closed down 44 pts at 8,797 as US futures weakened and Asian technology stocks were hit hard. Down 10pts for the week. Our market saw both the banks and resources come under pressure. The banks gave up ground, with CBA down 0.8% and WBC falling 0.2%. The Big Bank Basket fell to $284.25 (-0.5%) with a late rally helping. Insurers, however, held their ground, while other financials also performed reasonably well, with AMP rising for the second day in a row.Elsewhere, defensives in the industrial sector held firm, with TLS up 2.7% despite CEO Vicki Brady facing lawmakers in Canberra. WES also gained 0.9%, while in healthcare CSL edged higher and RMD rose 1.5%.Technology stocks were mixed. XRO gained 0.9% and WTC was little changed, but the data centre sector remained under pressure, with NXT falling another X%. MP1 had another horrible session, down 8.5%, while AI-related stocks were sold heavily. EIQ fell 5.7% and WBT tumbled nearly 10.5%. In fact, anything with a Vegas AI connection was under pressure today. Resources were once again the weak link. BHP continued to slide following its quarterly result, falling 2.7%. RIO also eased 2.4%, while FMG held up, but only just. Lithium stocks were once again under pressure, with PLS down 3.1% and MIN falling 2.6%. Gold miners also suffered despite bullion prices rising in Asian trade, with NST and EVN both down over 4%. Oil and gas stocks bucked the trend, with WDS up 3.3% and STO gaining 1.9%, although coal stocks failed to fire.There was little of note on the corporate front. ZIP fell 5.1% after announcing it would exit its New Zealand business. PRU delivered a stronger-than-expected quarterly update. SKC climbed after announcing the sale of investment properties in Auckland. COL walked away from its proposed acquisition of Greencross from TPG Capital, while RRL fell 8.4% after issuing a softer FY27 outlook.In economic news, Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis warned that the current AI boom could face a correction if commercial returns fail to justify the lofty valuations.Asian markets were slammed, Nikkei 225 down 4.6%, HK down 2.3% and China down 3.9% - Korea closed for a holiday.US futures down - Dow down 403 and Nasdaq down 465. Oil up 0.9%. European markets set to fall 1%Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
Australian Retirement Podcast hosts James O'Reilly and Drew Meredith tackle a problem that quietly traps a lot of retirees and pre-retirees: when a great investment becomes too big to ignore, but selling feels impossible because of capital gains tax. Using familiar names like CSL and Cochlear, they unpack why tax fear can keep people stuck in overexposed positions long after the risk has changed. The real question is not whether paying CGT hurts. It does. The better question is whether holding an undiversified portfolio is even more dangerous when one position starts to dominate your retirement plan and your future income. From there, Drew and James widen the lens to the property market, why some investors underestimate downturn risk, and how high rates, weak clearance rates and stretched affordability could shape the next chapter for housing. They also explain why property often gets more emotional leeway than shares, simply because it is not repriced in front of us every day. The episode also moves from theory to action, covering when debt reduction can beat extra investing, when additional super contributions deserve a closer look, and why understanding your cash flow matters more than most people think. If you want a clearer framework for balancing tax, diversification, super and cash in the years before retirement, this episode is a smart place to start. Episode resources – Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast) Show partner resources – Visit TermPlus to learn more – Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit – Whatever comes next for your business, power it with Stripe EOFY deals to know about - ending June/July 2026 – 1 free trade per month, for 12 months, for new Pearler customers Rask resources – All services – Financial Planning – Invest with us – Access Show Notes – Ask a question – We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you're confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ASX 200 closed unchanged on futures expiry day at 8841, after an afternoon rally in the banks gathered pace, with CBA up 1.8% and NAB gaining 1.3%. The Big Bank Basket continued its recent run higher to $285.73. Financials were generally firmer, with SOL up 3.3% and GQG gaining 1.1%. REITs also pushed higher, led by SCG up 0.5% and SGP rising 2.0%. Industrials and technology stocks found buyers, with WES up 1.2% and ALL gaining 0.3%, while retailers edged higher as JBH rose 1.8%. Healthcare stocks also regained some poise, with CSL and RMD both moving higher. In the technology sector, buying returned to XRO and WTC, while REA had a strong session, up 6.6%, after reporting growth in listings. That helped lift CAR and SEK as well.Resources, however, were once again out of favour. BHP's quarterly failed to excite the bulls, with the stock down 2.3%. RIO also slipped, while FMG fell 1.1%. Lithium stocks remained under pressure, with PLS falling sharply and LTR following suit. Gold miners were mixed, with NST down 0.1% while GMD gained 1.5%. Oil and gas stocks eased as crude prices slipped, with WDS down 1.5%, while coal and uranium stocks also drifted lower.In corporate news, NWL reported record funds under administration (FUA). PPT announced it had received an improved takeover proposal from EQT, TNE maintained its FY26 guidance, and OBM warned of lower gold production in FY27 alongside higher all-in sustaining costs (AISC). On the economic front, Korean stocks were volatile again after the BoK raised rates.Asian markets were weaker, Japan down 3%, HK up 2.1% and China flat Kospi down 6%.US futures mixed - Dow up 45 and Nasdaq up 1. Oil off 0.5%. European markets set to rise a little.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 finished unchanged at 8809, fighting back from earlier losses as resources found a footing. US futures helped, as did steady markets across Asia. Banks eased back, with CBA down %, leaving the Big Bank Basket at $281.76 (-0.6%). Other financials also weakened, NWL fell 2.2% and SOL dropped 0.8%. REITs were easier too, with GMG down 2.7% and CHC falling 1.3%. WOW and COL slid 1% as defensives were sold down. Healthcare picked up a little, with CSL rising 1.3% and COH up 1.6%. Industrials generally eased, WES flat and TCL dropped 0.8%, with SGH off 1.4%. Tech stocks were mixed, XRO and WTC found buyers, TNE fell 1.3% and NXT was 3.2% easier. All-Tech Index fell 0.3%. Resources staged a good turnaround, with BHP up 0.6% and FMG up 1.3%, while the gold miners recovered after early losses. Bullion pushed back above US$4,000. EVN rose 3.2% and VAU gained 1.4%. S32 also had a better session, while lithium stocks posted small gains. Oil and gas stocks rose as crude pushed higher, with WDS up 3.0% and STO rallying %. Coal stocks were firm, WHC up %, while uranium stocks were whacked again. PDN fell 6.0% and NXG lost 3.2%.In corporate news, KKR joined the consortium bidding for SDF. LNW powered 8.0% higher on a guidance update. CTD remains suspended as it tries to negotiate terms with the UK Government to stave off a liquidation event. GMD and VAU agreed terms for their merger.On the economic front, the ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index rose slightly. The Westpac-Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment Index rose 4.1% to 83.9 in July from 80.6 in June.Asian markets were better, Japan up 0.5%, HK up 0.3% and China up 1.2%, Kospi up 1.2%.US futures slightly positive. Oil up 1.7%.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 recovered from early losses to close up just 3 points at 8,809, despite weakness across the region, particularly in Korea. Once again, the banks held firm, with the Big Bank Basket rising to $283.41 (up 0.8%). ANZ was the best of the bunch, gaining 1.1%. Insurers also rallied, with IAG rising 2.0% and SUN adding 0.9%.Other financials eased, with BVS falling 5.5% on profit-taking after a strong week. Industrials were generally soggy. CSL fell 1.3%, RMD dropped 4.9%, and technology stocks remained unloved. XRO fell 4.3% following CEO share sales, WTC drifted another 2.0% lower, and WBT crashed back to earth, falling 10.6%.TLS recovered 1.6% after its week from hell. REITs were surprisingly firm, with SCG up 0.3% and GPT gaining 0.2%. The supermarkets were not so super, with WOW down 0.8% and COL falling 1.9%.In resources, it was once again heavy going as Treasury yields rose and the gold price came under pressure. Iron ore stocks held firm, but the gold miners succumbed. NST fell 2.8%, while GMD gained 3.7% as RRL pulled out.In corporate news, RRL threw in the towel on its bid for VAU. OML extended due diligence for the three interested parties, while CCX soared following a positive trading update. There was nothing of note on the local economic front.Asian markets were mixed with the Nikkei 225 down 2.6%, the Hang Seng down 0.2%, and the CSI index down 1.7%. Kopsi crashed 9.0% as SK Hynix fell hard.US futures were weaker with the Dow down 208 and the Nasdaq down 388. European market expected to open 0.6% weaker.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 rose 44 points to 8,806, up 0.5%, after a slow start, with the banks finding their feet. For the week, the ASX 200 fell 38 pts. CBA rose 0.5% and ANZ gained 0.8%. The Big Bank Basket rose to $281.06 (0.6%). Other financials also firmed, with MQG up 0.9% and NWL rising 2.2%. ZIP rallied 2.0%. REITs were better, with GMG up 0.2% and CHC rising 2.2%. In the industrials, we saw some profit-taking, with TLS under pressure now that Vicki Brady is back on board from her holiday. WOW and COL were also in profit-taking mode after defensive buying earlier this week. Elsewhere, the healthcare sector pulled back after a strong week, with CSL down 2.1% and RMD falling 0.9%. Technology stocks were under pressure, unable to capitalise on the improved outlook for US software companies, with XRO down 1.3% and WTC falling another 1.8%. The All-Tech Index fell 0.6%.Resource stocks were the heroes today, as the iron ore miners pushed higher. BHP bounced 2.5%, RIO also recovered after yesterday's heavy falls, rising 3.8%, while FMG edged up 2.0%. Gold miners were back in the green after this week's weakness, with EVN up 3.4% and NST gaining 1.7%. Lithium stocks remained under a little pressure, with PLS up 0.4%. Oil and gas stocks eased, with WDS and STO both lower. Uranium stocks were stronger, with PDN up 4.1%, while SLX was one of the standout performers, soaring 9.4%.In corporate news, INA responded to media reports of an approach from PPC. BVS jumped after it upgraded its FY26 earnings. WTC fell despite reassuring the market on DSV relations. SFR up strongly on an increase in its Black Butte mine life. There was nothing of note on the local economic front.Asian markets were mixed with the Nikkei 225 up 1.7%, the Hang Seng up 1.3%, and the CSI index down 1.0%. Kopsi up 4.2% ahead of SK Hynix debut. European futures were narrowly mixed.US futures were weaker with the Dow up 12 and the Nasdaq down 153. Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 fell 23 points as, once again, resources came under pressure. BHP fell 1.1%, RIO was hit hard following a broker downgrade, down 3.3%, and FMG also lost ground. Gold miners were weaker despite gold holding relatively steady. NST fell 0.9%, while EVN down 1.7%. Elsewhere, lithium and rare earth stocks also drifted lower, with S32 down 3.5%.Meanwhile, in the oil and gas sector, both WDS and STO rose, along with uranium stocks, following the deal with India announced by the Prime Minister. Banks drifted lower, with NAB the weakest of the Big Four, taking the Big Bank Basket down to $279.35 -0.1%). Insurers were mixed, as were financials, with ZIP falling 1.0%. The REIT sector also drifted lower, led by GMG down 0.9% and SGP off 3.7%, following yesterday's strong gains.Industrials and healthcare were slightly firmer. TLS recovered 1.2% after the outage issue, while both WOW and COL gained as investors sought out defensive names. Healthcare was also better, with CSL up 1.0%, although RMD slipped 2.8%.In the tech sector, XRO edged higher, although WTC eased slightly. Retail stocks also had a good session, with JBH up 0.3% and APE also rising 2.2%. Travel stocks eased as renewed US strikes in Iran pushed the oil price up 1.2%.In corporate news, SDF rose slightly as discussions continued on the takeover bid. FDC rocketed 12.3% higher after raising $400m in the largest IPO of the year, while LTR fell after securing gold price protection through forward selling to manage volatility.There was nothing of note on the local economic front, although we did see Chinese CPI and PPI data released today.Asian markets were mixed with the Nikkei 225 up 1.2%, the Hang Seng down 1%, and the CSI index up 0.6% European futures were firmer.US futures were also better with the Dow up 50 and the Nasdaq up 162Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
This episode is a full walkthrough of how you'll get hired in UX faster with Career Strategy Lab and exactly what happens after you join. Sarah shares what genuinely helps UX people in their job search, after coaching UX and Product people since 2017 and running Career Strategy Lab since 2021. What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The six things that help UX and product people get hired faster✔️ What your first 30 days inside CSL look like✔️ Why positioning comes before your LinkedIn and resume✔️ How the portfolio, case study, and critique process works✔️ How monthly recruiter Q&As and the 850-alumni referral network help you get hiredTopics Discussed:✅ The 6 things Sarah has found consistently help UX people get hired faster✅ How the first 30 days inside Career Strategy Lab are structured and why every step is intentionally sequenced to build on the last✅ What a Compass Statement is and why it comes before everything else in your UX job search prep✅ How getting clear on your positioning makes fixing your resume and LinkedIn significantly faster✅ How the weekly critique system works and why submitting imperfect work early beats waiting until everything feels ready✅ The monthly recruiter and hiring manager Q&A sessions: who shows up, what you get to ask, and why this is one of the most underrated parts of the program✅ How Career Strategy Lab's 850-person alumni network functions as a UX-specific job referral network and how members are actively using it to get hired✅ The open to work area, interview debriefs, and hired recaps and why watching other people get hired in real time is some of the most useful intel you can get in a job search
The ASX 200 closed down 13 points at 8,831 (0.2%) after drifting from positive to negative throughout the day. The banks were a little sloppy, with WBC down 1.1% and the Big Bank Basket falling to $273.60 (-0.3%). The insurance sector also eased, while the rest of the financials were mixed.REITs also had a mixed session, with CHC down 0.7%, while GMG edged slightly higher. Industrials lacked direction. Healthcare was the standout sector, with CSL up 2.0%, RMD rising 1.3% and SIG adding 1.1%. Technology stocks also found support, with solid gains in WTC and XRO, both up 7.3% and 1.8% respectively, while REA and CAR also finished higher.Resources were mixed, with BHP down 0.8%, while FMG rebounded 0.9% from Friday's losses. The gold sector was in focus after GMD launched a rival bid for VAU, joining RRL in the takeover battle. Despite the M&A activity, NST fell 1.8% and EVN eased 1.6%. Lithium stocks were also slightly weaker, with PLS down 1.7% and LTR falling 2.9%.In the oil and gas sector, despite little movement in crude oil futures, positive broker commentary helped WDS rise 0.8% and STO gain 1.4%. Coal stocks drifted lower, while uranium stocks were little changed.In corporate news, it was all about the new VAU bid from GMD. We also saw a solid quarterly from GGP, while WOR firmed 0.2% after securing a new consultancy agreement. In the tech space, IFT edged 1.4% higher following an independent valuation of its holding in CDC.There was nothing of note on the economic front today.Asian markets mixed, Nikkei 225 down 0.5%, HK up 1%, China up 0.2%. Kospi down 1.5%.US futures: Dow up 8 pts, Nasdaq up 223.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
Peter Switzer digs into the budget's impact on property, then turns to the healthcare stocks staging a comeback.First, McGrath founder John McGrath on the negative gearing and capital gains changes, why he calls it the biggest structural shift since capital gains tax arrived, and why he thinks the current correction runs another 6 to 12 months. Then property investing specialists Margaret Lomas (Destiny) and Simon Pressley (Propertyology) on what the changes really mean for investors, why grandfathered negative gearing matters, and the case that Australia is far more than two capital cities. Finally, Adam Dawes of Shaw and Partners on the healthcare rotation, running through CSL, Cochlear, ResMed, Pro Medicus, Telix, Neuren and 4D Medical.0:00 Intro1:40 John McGrath (McGrath) on the budget and property15:25 Margaret Lomas (Destiny) and Simon Pressley (Propertyology)35:18 Adam Dawes (Shaw and Partners) on the healthcare rotationWant the full list of stocks our experts rated? Start a 21-day free trial of the Switzer Report: https://www.switzerreport.com.au/subscribe?utm_source=switzertv&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=21day-trial
The numbers don't lie: The ASX did 3 per cent over the 12 months to June, and the S&P 500 did 20 per cent. Unless - like a big super fund - you had half your portfolio invested offshore, the chances are you underperformed in FY2026. Marc Jocum, investment strategist at GlobalX ETFs, joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode. In today's show, we cover: * Wall Street smashes the ASX...again Why Big Super funds probably beat your SMSF Which ETFs investors are buying for the year ahead What the hell happened at CSL? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ASX 200 dropped 56 points today to close at 8,723 (0.6%), with the banks suffering steep losses. CBA dropped 2.4%, and ANZ fell 2.5%, with the Big Bank Basket declining to $266.89 (-2.3%). Other financials were mixed, with MQG falling 1.2%, although HUB had a good day, rising 5.4%. REITs were again a little on the nose as distributions and higher bond yields continued to weigh on the sector. SCG fell 0.3%, and CHC dropped 2.7%. Industrials painted another mixed picture, with ALL falling 2.1%. Retail was also mixed, with JBH down 2.8% and WOW falling 1.8%. COL was hit hard following reports it was interested in acquiring the Green Cross veterinary business. TLS fell 1.0%. Healthcare was again mixed, with CSL continuing to add to recent gains, rising 3.2%, while RMD fell 1.6%. In technology, XRO dropped 2.8%, while WTC fell 0.4%. The All-Tech Index slipping 1.0%, helped by another strong performance from CPU, which gained 1.0%.In resources, a mixed picture as S32 sold its aluminium business to AAI, jumping 9.7%. BHP up 0.9% and FMG managing a 0.5% gain. Gold miners continue to push lower, NST down 0.8% and NEM falling 1.9%. Lithium stocks improved, PLS up 1.8% and LTR roaring 2.4% ahead. Oil and gas flat, uranium stocks slightly better, PDN up 6.8%.In corporate news, IPX jumped 5.9% after it secured up to $US6.6m from the US DoD to expand domestic production. ORI rose 1.6% after it agreed to proceed with its Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub in NSW, with construction scheduled to begin in 2026 and first production targeted for early 2029. ASX reached an agreement with the corporate regulator and the Reserve Bank to reset its risk review program. WDS has assumed the role of operator of the Gippsland Basin oil and gas venture from 50% partner ExxonMobil. PPT jumped 16.8% before a trading halt as EQT look to have made a NBIO.On the economic front, building approvals fell slightly.Nikkei 225 up 0.8%, Kospi down1.2% HK closed and Shanghai unchanged. US futures drifting DJ down 163, Nasdaq down 81. Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The Honeywell International of 10 years ago is now six different publicly traded companies. This week, Honeywell International split with Honeywell Aerospace to complete the pre-planned separation. Tyler, Matt, and Lou look break down the prospects for the disparate parts as standalone companies and pick which ones will be the outperformers based on recent spinoffs and separateions. Plus, a busy week of deals and an investor question about covered call ETFs Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Digital Realty buying data centers - Building materials industry consolidation - Keeping track of what assets went where at Honeywell - Recent successes (and failures) with spinoffs - Mailbag: When to covered call index ETFs work? Companies discussed: DLR, BX, CSL, OC, MLM, BLD, QXO, ON, SYNA, HON, HONA, SOLS, QNT, GE, GEV, GEHC, RTX, CARR, OTIS, DOW, DD, CTVA, CMCSA, BRK-B, SPYI, QQQI, CHPY, BTCI Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ASX 200 finished the financial year on a lacklustre note, falling 45 points to 8779 (0.5%) as the banks gained and gold miners came under renewed pressure. The Big Bank Basket rose to $273.04 (0.4%) despite CBA holding firm. Other financials fared well too with ZIP up 3.5% and SUN rising 1.2%. REITs struggled as ex-dividend stocks weighed on the sector, with GMG down 3.0% and SCG off 1.5%. Industrials were mixed. TLS fell 1.6%, while tech eased, with XRO up only 0.1% and WTC falling 2.4%. The All - Tech Index gained 1.3% as CPU rallied hard, up 4.0%. Retail stocks drifted lower, while ALL rose 1.3%. Healthcare succumbed to sellers, with CSL down 0.6% and RMD falling 2.2%.Resources were a sea of red. Gold miners were whacked again as bullion slipped below US$4,000. NST fell 5.8% and EVN dropped 5.2%. Copper stocks were slightly firmer, with SFR up 1.0%, while lithium stocks enjoyed a better session, led by LTR, which ‘roared' back, rising 1.5%. The big iron ore miners all fell, with BHP down 0.7%, FMG off 1.9% and BSL 3.8% weaker. Oil and gas stocks bucked the trend, with WDS up 0.9% and STO rising 0.8%. Uranium stocks drifted lower.In corporate news, CKF fell 2.5% after reporting slowing sales in Germany. ALX was unchanged as IFM increased its stake to 55%.On the economic front, RBA Minutes today. ANZ Consumer confidence picked up slightly. Nikkei 225 up 1.3%, Kospi up 1.2% HK down 1.4% and Shanghai up 0.7%. US futures firm DJ up 4, Nasdaq up 76. European futures slightly higher.Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 rose 59 points today to close at 8823 (0.7%), with the banks solid. CBA rose 1.0% and NAB gained 1.0%, with the Big Bank Basket up to $271.94 (0.8%). Other financials also had a good session, with NWL rising 3.1% and ZIP enjoying a strong day, up 8.7%, along with XYZ, up 4.9%. Industrials were also firm, with the retail sector performing well. JBH rose 2.2% and ALL also pushed higher. Plenty of Ex Dividends today in REITs and utilities.Technology finally appears to be finding its feet, with WTC up 7.2%, XRO gaining 4.5%, and the old-school platforms REA, CAR, and SEK all rising around 4% or more. Utilities were weaker, with ORG down 1.0%, while APA traded ex-dividend and also drifted lower. Healthcare stocks were better across the board, with CSL up 0.5%, RMD gaining 2.0% and TLX rising 5.5%.Resources painted a mixed picture, with BHP up 1.4%, RIO up 0.3%, and FMG the best of the iron ore majors, up 2.4%. Gold miners were mixed as bullion drifted lower, with NST down 2.3% while GMD gained 1.9%. Lithium stocks were once again under early pressure but recovered to see PLS finish up 0.8%. In the oil and gas sector, WDS edged slightly higher, while some of the uranium stocks also posted modest gains.In corporate news, NEU had a stunning day following progress on European approval for Daybue. RMS rallied 2.3% after agreeing to sell its Edna May gold mine for $300m, while KAR rose 9.1% after restoring production at the SPS-92 well and announcing a new on-market share buyback.There was nothing of note on the economic front today.Nikkei 225 down 0.4%, South Korea up 1.1%, HK up 2% and Shanghai up 0.4%.US futures firm DJ up 191, Nasdaq up 215. European futures slightly higher.Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
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The ASX 200 played out a nil-all draw today, closing up just 16 points at 8,764 in a session of highs and lows. Some EOFY shenanigans were evident in a handful of stocks. The banks held firm, recovering some of yesterday's losses, with ANZ up 0.5% and the Big Bank Basket steady at $269.71 Insurers eased as bond yields steadied, with QBE down 0.2% and SUN off 0.7%. Other financials also slipped, with NWL down 2.8% and HUB falling 4.8%. Industrials were patchy. WES continued higher and JBH found ongoing support. Healthcare stocks took a breather after recent gains, with CSL slipping 2.4% and RMD down 0.9%. Technology was mixed after early weakness, with XRO edging higher and WTC finding some friends, up 0.5%, almost the reverse of the last few trading sessions.Resources also attracted some buying, although it was hardly convincing. BHP rose 0.8% and RIO outperformed, up 2.2%. Gold miners returned to the green, but only just. Lithium stocks remained under heavy pressure after CATL talked up sodium-ion batteries. PLS fell 6.3% and LTR dropped 5.7%. Oil and gas stocks edged higher, with WDS up 0.8% and STO rallying 1.4%.In corporate news, DGT rose 5.8% after CEO Juniper departed. 4DX fell 9.0% despite receiving TGA approval, while NWH unchanged after announcing new contract wins. There was nothing of note on the economic front today.Nikkei 225 down 4.4%, South Korea down 8%, HK down 1.6% and Shanghai down 2.4%.US futures slide again, DJ down 112, Nasdaq down 397 .Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 fell another 60 points to 8,749, down 0.7%. Once again, it was resources that bore the brunt of the selling, with the gold price testing $4,000 and heading below it, and gold miners slipping. NST down 3.3%, EVN down 3.8%, with the iron ore miners also under pressure today. RIO off 2.3%, FMG down 1.6%. Lithium stocks also fell away, with PLS down 5.0% and LTR also falling 7.4%. Copper stocks were very much on the nose, following falls in resource and commodity prices overseas. SFR down 3.6%. Meanwhile, oil and gas stocks were also easier as the oil price slipped another 1.7% in Asian trade, with WDS down 2.9% and STO down 2.8%. Not much happened in the uranium sector, with PDN slightly firmer on some results from Canada.The banks also struggled today, with CBA holding up better than the other three, still down 1.3%, while NAB was the worst of the bunch, down 3.4% following JDO's results and the stock being hammered 40.4%. The theory is that NAB is the most exposed to the business sector. The Big Bank Basket fell 1.3%. Other financials were less affected, with the insurers once again pushing higher. QBE up 1.3% and MPL up 2.7%. Industrials were a bright spot today across the board, with WES pushing up 2.5%, ALL up 2.4%, and retail stocks performing better after the jobs numbers released today. This points to an improving economic backdrop. We also saw WOW and COL continue to receive buying as defensive plays. TLS rose 0.6%.The REIT sector also did well today, with GMG up 1.1% and CHC up 1.0%. Healthcare was a standout sector as CSL continued to power ahead, up 2.3% and RMD also had a good day out, up 4.6%, with SIG performing well too. Once again, though, we saw losses in the technology sector, with XRO down another 3.5% and WTC giving back some of its gains from yesterday, falling X%, with the All Tech Index unchanged at CPU rose 0.5%In corporate news, A2M rose after declaring a special $300 million dividend. TEA also upgraded its earnings growth forecast, and THL received a fresh offer from a mystery suitor valuing the company at between NZ$3.30 and NZ$3.40 a share. JDO 40.4% smashed on higher provisions and slowdown. WOR down 9.7% on a second profit warning. EIQ soared 30.2% on an investment from PME.On the economic front, the headline unemployment rate fell to 4.4% in May, with employment rising by 40,000 and the number of unemployed people falling by 18,000. Most of the jobs growth, however, came from part-time employment, with only 5,000 new full-time jobs created.Nikkei 225 up 4.5%, South Korea up 7.0%, HK down 1.3% and Shanghai up 1.7%.US futures mixed, Nasdaq up 600 plus – Dow Jones up 65Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 finally made up its mind after oscillating between positive and negative territory and closed down 29 points at 8,787 (-0.3%). Resource stocks were back on the nose as the gold price slipped lower in Asian trade, with NST down 2.7%, EVN down 2.5%, and NEM down 2.1%. BHP eased slightly, along with RIO, while lithium stocks once again came under pressure, with PLS down 1.1% and MIN off 2.5%. Most resource stocks finished lower on the day. Uranium stocks also came under pressure, along with oil and gas names, with WDS down 0.4% and VEA falling 2.4% on news of issues with its refining capacity.The other sector struggling today was technology, which simply can't seem to catch a break. After a small bounce yesterday, WTC once again succumbed to selling pressure and fell 4.4%, while XRO continued its recent decline, falling 5.3%. TNE also had a shocking session, down 7.1%. Data centre stocks were weaker following the sell-off in the US, with NXT down 1.7% and MP1 coming back to earth by 5.1% Industrials were mixed, although we did see some defensive buying in TLS and the supermarket stocks. The banks were firm and helped limit the market's losses. CBA rose 0.5%, ANZ was one of the best performers, up 1.4%, and the Big Bank Basket closed at $273.76 (+0.8%).Retail stocks drifted lower, as did healthcare, although CSL slipped back into negative territory. Retail names eased as bond yields pushed slightly higher. Fast-food stocks were also weaker, with CKF down 5.4% and DMP falling 5.2%.In corporate news, WTC remained in focus after the company said Richard White was not aware of any investigation by the AFP. RWC fell 3.0% after announcing it would close its brass casting operations in Victoria. There was nothing on the economic front today.Nikkei 225 down 1.8% South Korea down 4%, HK down 1.5% and Shanghai down 1.8%. US Futures - Dow Jones down 300, Nasdaq down 630 European futures showing a 1% loss.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 slipped 13 points to 8816 (0.1%) in a quiet day of trade, oscillating between small gains and small losses. Banks remained solid, with CBA the star of the show, up 0.6%. MQG, though, fell 0.8%, while insurers were better, with QBE rising 1.5% and IAG up 3.0%.There was not much action in the REIT sector, with SCG up 1.1% and GMG largely unchanged.Elsewhere, it was a mixed picture across industrials and technology stocks. SGH rose 3.0% following the announcement of a $500 million buyback. However, we once again saw selling pressure in the tech sector, with REA down 3.1%, CAR off 3.3%, and XRO falling 4.5%, dragging the All - Tech Index down 2.6%.The biggest loser in the sector today was WTC, which crashed 18.4% after media reports revealed founder Richard White is under AFP investigation over alleged trafficking offences. And yet nothing from the company!In healthcare, CSL gave back some of last week's gains, off 3%, while PME rose 1.1%.Resources were also mixed, with BHP down 1.7% and RIO lower. Gold stocks perked up on the back of higher bullion prices, with EVN rising 3.4% and NST rallying 1.6%. Lithium stocks, however, came under pressure, with PLS down 6.0% and MIN falling 3.6%.Oil and gas stocks were modestly weaker, while uranium stocks followed a similar path.In corporate news, ING fell early before recovering to close down X% after imposing a full lockdown due to avian influenza concerns in Western Australia. MTS was also 1.9% weaker following an update on supermarket sales. A2M edged 0.9% higher after confirming it would proceed with its $300 million special dividend, while CCP withdrew its bid for HUM.There was nothing on the economic front locally, Nikkei 225 up 1.7% South Korea up 0.6%, HK down 0.5% and Shanghai up 1%. -0.5 US Futures - Dow Jones down 82, Nasdaq down 42. After fair value, small gains.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
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The ASX 200 was on shaky ground falling 82 pts to 8829 (0.9%), with BHP the major culprit after announcing changes to payments and a blowout in capex at its Jansen potash project. Lower iron ore prices didn't help either, BHP finished down 5.6%, with RIO falling 3.1%. Not helping investors was news that JD Vance was no longer in the departure lounge for Switzerland, as Lebanon remains an issue. Donald Trump has already signed the MOU with Iran, but we did see US futures turn negative, despite the fact there is a holiday in America tonight. ASX 200 unchanged for the week.The banks held relatively firm, with NAB up 1.1% and the Big Bank Basket steady at $270.18 (+0.1%). Tech once again drifted lower, with WTC down 0.3% and TNE down 2.7%. Huge jump today in CSL up 7.6% to a multi month high.There was further carnage in the resources space, with the gold price once again under pressure. EVN fell 5.1%, while NEM also dropped 6.7%. Lithium stocks eased back, with PLS down 4.7% after announcing an expansion to the P2000 target project. Oil and gas stocks were slightly firmer as oil picked up a little, while coal stocks were better. Uranium stocks, however, came back under pressure.In corporate news, EOS jumped 14.1% on the back of a large order from the Middle East. BHP was very much in focus following its Jansen update. SKC rallied 14.6% on a settlement deal. QAN had a good day after announcing its Project Sunrise flights to London from October 27. LIC also fell hard after flagging an acceleration in sales momentum, although lower pricing offset the good news.There was nothing on the economic front locally, with China, Hong Kong and Taiwan closed, and US markets shut tonight.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The Australian sharemarket fell sharply on Friday as a 5.6 per cent plunge in BHP shares weighed heavily on the ASX 200, offsetting gains from CSL, energy stocks and the major supermarkets. BHP's decline followed a cost blowout at its Canadian potash project, although the mining giant's shares remain up around 70 per cent over the past year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Andrew Wielandt, Partner at DP Wealth Advisory, about the day's market moves and what's driving investor sentiment.
The ASX 200 closed down 55 points at 8911 (0.6%), with the banks coming under some pressure and resources also slipping. CBA dropped 0.9%, WBC dropped 1.1%, but ANZ managed a small gain, along with MQG, which was again up on the day. The Big Bank Basket dropped to $269.97 (-0.75%). The rest of the financials were not faring so well, with ASX down 2.3% and HUB also down 2.3%, while ZIP fell slightly as well.The REIT sector also came under a little pressure again today, with GMG down 1.2% and SCG down 0.8%, while industrials were somewhat mixed as the tech sector continued to stumble lower. REA fell X0.6%, WTC dropped 3.4%, XRO lost 3.9%, and the All-Tech Index was down 0.5%. Retail eased slightly, although WES was up 0.3%, while both WOW and COL gained around 1%. Healthcare stocks were mixed, with CSL adding another 1.2%, but RMD fell hard on broker downgrades, down 3.8%.Meanwhile, in resources, we saw BHP slipped 0.8% on the iron ore price weakening, while RIO and FMG fell further. Gold miners were selectively under pressure, although gold in both Australian dollar and US dollar terms was slightly firmer. We had EVN down 1.9% and GMD up 0.3%, making for a mixed picture across the gold sector. Lithium and rare earth stocks fell back again today. PLS was down 3.0% and LYC fell 1.6%. We also saw selling in the oil and gas sector, with WDS down 1.2%and STO down 0.4%, while coal stocks eased back.In corporate news, CGF rallied slightly after its Fidante unit agreed to a merger with Channel Capital. SOL rose 0.8% after agreeing to sell its stake in Brickworks Property Trust to GMG. Elsewhere, EOS remained in a trading halt ahead of a material announcement involving a new defence contract.There was nothing special on the economic front. Citi estimates ANZ job listings fell 2.9% year-on-year in May, with Australia down 4.5%.Asian markets – China up 0.1% HK down 1.7% Japan up 1.7% Korea up 1.5%US Futures - Dow Jones up 248, Nasdaq up 339. Oil down 2.5%Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 rallied another 49 points to 8966 as optimism continues on Fed and war outcomes. After a slow start, and despite iron ore falling, BHP managed a 0.6% rise as passive funds continue to flow into the Big Australian. RIO and FMG drifted lower. Gold miners continued their recovery despite bullion slipping a little, NST up 2.6% and EVN up 2.9%, with RRL doing very well. Lithium stocks also continued recovering, with LTR up 3.9% and PLS rallying 2.8%, while rare earth stocks were mildly positive. Oil and gas stocks fell as oil continued to be barrelled over, with WDS down 3.6% and STO off 1.2%. KAR dropped 13.4% on a production downgrade and oil price woes.Banks firmed, with CBA the standout, up 1.1%, and the Big Bank Basket rising to $271.99 (+0.6%). Other financials also did well, with insurers up on premium hike talks. MQG rose 1.2%, hitting an all-time high. REITs were also positive, led by GMG rallying 1.4% and SGP up 0.9%. Industrials were mixed, although improving risk sentiment helped. SGH rose 1.2% and ALL gained 3.1%, while healthcare was also better. CSL edged higher and RMD rose 0.6%. Tech stocks bounced hard, with WTC up 4.1% and XRO rallying 3.5%, taking the All-Tech Index up 1.8%.In corporate news, A1N rose 31.0% on a settlement with Kyle Sandilands. FLT took off , up 5.3% on a lifting of travel advisories despite earnings issues. SGM surged 1.8% following an earnings update. SYL rose 8.2% after agreeing to acquire 100% of Queensland-based Shamrock Civil in a $51 million upfront deal. On the economic front, there was nothing locally.Asian markets – China up 0.2% HK down 0.5% Japan up 0.7% Korea up 1%US Futures - Dow Jones up 21 Nasdaq up 201.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 staged a remarkable comeback (again) to finish up 4 points at 8,918 after falling nearly 100 points in early trade. Banks were under pressure from the off on broker downgrades but fought back with ANZ up 0.9% and the Big Bank Basket flat at $270.33(). The RBA held rates unchanged for a change, although warned further rises could not be ruled out as inflation remained the focus.Financials were generally better, MQG up 0.7% and ASX gaining 1.0%, with ZIP up 1.8%. REITs drifted lower, SCG down 0.8% and SGP off 2.5%. Industrials were weaker, WES fell 1.1% with ALL off 1.6%, and tech continued to stumble around in the dark. WTC fell 4.2% and XRO down 1.7%, with the All-Tech Index down 0.3%. Healthcare was mixed, CSL up 0.7%, with RMD slipping 1.3% and SIG continuing to bounce as it has walked away from Boots. In resources, BHP was firm but uninspiring, FMG fell slightly, and gold miners were better again, with NST up 2.5% and EVN gaining 1.2%. Not much conviction behind the move, with rare earths falling, lithium stocks depressed, and uranium stocks mostly flat. Oil and gas stocks firmed, WDS up 2.0% and STO up 0.8%, with KAR tumbling 11.6% on a production downgrade.In corporate news, ALX unchanged on another rejection of the IFM bid. SXE roared 20% despite a placement at 400c to turbocharge growth opportunities.On the economic front, the RBA left rates unchanged. Warned again of inflation risks. Asian markets – China down 0.4% HK down 1.6% - Korea up 2.1%, Japan up 0.3%.US Futures - Dow Jones up 19 Nasdaq down 48.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
12 June 2026 - Brent Barnes discusses the significance of adding CSL as the company's eighth top-20 pharmaceutical customer
The ASX 200 staged a remarkable comeback to finish down only 20 points at 8633 (-0.2%) after falling nearly 100 points in early trade. A stronger US futures market helped, as did a calming in the oil price and the absence of any collapse in Korea.Once again, though, we saw sector rotation, with the banks still under pressure. CBA fell 2.4%, WBC dropped 2.6%, and MQG eased 0.7%. The Big Bank Basket fell to $260.43 (-2.3%). Other financials performed slightly better, and insurers continued to do well, with QBE the star of the show, up 3.7%. REITs also gained, with CHC up 2.8% and SGP rising 3.3%. Industrials were a mixed bag. The rally in WES continues, and retail stocks held firm, with TLS up 0.4% and both WOW and COL continuing their strong winning streaks.Technology was once again very much on the nose, with tax-loss selling and ongoing pessimism surrounding SaaS business models. XRO fell 3.6%, WTC dropped 2.8%, and NXT was hit hard as well. Healthcare was a mixed bag of lollies, with CSL continuing to push higher, gaining another 4.2%. However, RMD fell 0.9%, while SIG continued to drift lower on concerns about a UK expansion push.Meanwhile, resources recovered some poise, although the move lacked conviction. BHP rose 1.0%, and some lithium names improved, with PLS rising alongside LTR, which enjoyed a strong day, up 4.2%. Gold stocks also found some support, with EVN up 2.1% and RMS also edging higher. Oil and gas stocks were stronger, with WDS up 1.6% and STO jumping 2.0%. While coal stocks recovered, uranium stocks continued to struggle.In corporate news, LLC rose 4.6% following the appointment of a new CEO and the maintenance of guidance between 28 cents and 34 cents. NST fell slightly as Elliott Investment Management called for further board changes. SXL dropped 4.4% after the company downgraded its full-year earnings outlook and announced 300 job cuts. AAI fell 8.3% following a warning about its Middle East operations.In economic news, the CBA said the RBA is likely to keep rates on hold for the first time this year. Australian wages rose 0.8% in May, with consistent growth recorded over the last 18 months.Asian markets weaker. Japan flat, Hong Kong down 1.0%, and China down 0.7%. South Korea fell slightly.US futures: Dow up 88 and Nasdaq up 150. Oil up 1.0%. Europe opening easier. ECB expected to hike rates today.Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
Join HAEA Director of Health & Research Services, Troyce Venturella, and HAEA Health Services Manager, Mandy Granat, as they discuss important summer safety considerations for individuals and families living with HAE. The conversation is designed to help the HAEA community stay safe, healthy, and prepared while enjoying summer activities with family and friends!Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors: BioCryst, CSL, IONIS, and Takeda
The ASX 200 showed solid gains to finish up 49 points at 8,653. Once again, it was the tale of two cities, with the best of times and the worst of times. The banks held steady, with CBA down 0.2%, and WBC doing well, up 2.0%. Insurers also pushed higher, led by QBE up 2.4%, and even ASX up 0.6%, with the Big Bank Basket at $266.54. Elsewhere, industrials were once again stronger, with defensive stocks taking the bull by the horns. WES rose 4.3%, TLS rose 2.0%, and both the supermarket stocks WOW and COL did very well, building on recent gains in the healthcare space. CSL was also strong as it looks to have turned the corner, up 3.5%, with SHL also firm, although SIG fell 5.5% on the back of media speculation that it was looking at buying the Boots chemist chain in the UK. REITs were positive, with GMG up 1.6%, CHC up 1.8%, and other industrials faring okay. Retail also had a good bounce, with JBH up 3.5% and ALL up 2.2%. Technology stocks were still very much in the doghouse, with XRO down 2.0%, TNE down 2.3%, and NXT down 4.1%. Utilities firmed in this environment, and the All-Tech Index fell 1.8%.Meanwhile, resources were once again on the nose, with BHP up 0.2%, and RIO and FMG also falling as iron ore came under pressure. Lithium stocks fell, PLS down 1.7%, and LTR falling a big 8.0%, with MIN also suffering heavy losses. The gold sector was also slammed again as the gold price fell out of bed, with NST down 3.5%, EVN falling 5.0%, and RMS also having a bad day, down 3.8%. Over in the energy space, Woodside slipped slightly, and Santos pushed ahead somewhat, with coal stocks under pressure, WHC down 4.4%, and uranium stocks still on the nose.In corporate news, SDF rose 36.2% after receiving a $6.00 non-binding indicative offer. IGO fell hard after a fire broke out at the Chemical Grade Plant 3 facility at Greenbushes. WES had a good investor day reaction, saying it would drive growth through AI and data monetisation. Citi downgraded banks following the budget changes. In economic news, the ANZ-Roy Morgan consumer confidence rose for the second consecutive week, lifting two points to 70.8.Asian markets weaker. Japan down 1.9% Hong Kong down 0.9%, and China down 1.1%. South Korea falls again.US futures: Dow down 78 and Nasdaq down 132. Oil down 1.5%. Europe opening easier. Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 closed down 21 points at 8604 (0.2%), well off its lows for the day, with most sectors rallying throughout the session and the banking sector staging a turnaround. CBA fell 0.3%, with the Big Bank Basket easing only slightly to $265.42 (0.4%). Financials were generally firm, with MQG up 0.7%, while the insurance sector also performed well, led by QBE up 0.9% and MPL higher. REITs enjoyed a solid session, with GMG up 0.3% and SCG rising 1.6%. TLS also had a strong day, gaining 2.2%, although REA was a disappointment, falling heavily. Both WOW and COL posted gains as defensive buying in the supermarket sector helped push them higher. Retail stocks were also in demand, led by WES up 1.3% and APE rising 4.3%.Healthcare was another bright spot, with CSL recovering a further 1.6% and RMD also posting gains. Elsewhere, technology stocks remained under pressure but recovered from their lows, with XRO down 1.1% and WTC off 4.6%, while the All-Tech Index fell 0.1%.It was a different story in resources, although the sector also bounced from early lows. BHP fell 1.9% and RIO dropped 1.8% as iron ore and copper prices weakened. Gold stocks were also under pressure, with NST down3.3% and NEM lower. Lithium stocks slipped away, with MIN falling 2.6% and LTR off 3.3%. In energy, WDS rose alongside STO, although gains were relatively muted. Uranium stocks came under heavy pressure, with PDN dropping 8.8% and DYL down 7.6% as short sellers gained the upper hand.In corporate news, OML had a good day, up 9.6%, after receiving yet another NBIO, this time from Bain Capital. QUB rose 0.4% after the PNG competition regulator backed the company's planned takeover by Macquarie. On the economic front, NAB is now saying the next move in local interest rates is likely to be a cut. Business confidence rebounded as price pressures softened, according to the NAB Business Survey. However, Australian consumer confidence slipped back towards record lows, with the Melbourne Institute-Westpac Consumer Sentiment Index falling to 80.6, one of the lowest readings in its history.Asian markets mixed. Japan up 2.1%, Hong Kong up 0.1%, and China up 0.8%. South Korea jumps 8%.US futures: Dow up 8 and Nasdaq up 170. Oil down 1.5%. Europe opening slightly easier. Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.
The ASX 200 closed 0.7% lower on Friday, extending its weekly decline to 1.2%, as mining stocks came under pressure from a three-month low in iron ore prices. Fortescue, BHP and Rio Tinto all fell, while the major banks also weakened. Bucking the trend was healthcare giant CSL, which jumped 5.8% for its strongest gain in more than four years. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Blueberry Markets analyst Zoran Kresovic about the forces driving the market and what investors are watching next.
Afsnit 232 sendes fra Classic Car House i Lyngby. Dine værter i denne uge er Anders Richter, Christian Grau og Nils Petter Bro.Husk at bruge koden "BILKLUBBEN" og få 100 kr. i rabat på din første ordre fra aioss.Grau har været til Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este og fortæller om sine oplevelser med den nye Mercedes GLC.Richter nyder aftenture i CSL'en.Den fuldelektriske Ferrari Luce er landet og det fører til en heftig debat i studiet.Brevkassen er som altid fyldt med spørgsmål fra alle jer lyttere.Denne uges udgave af verdens sværeste bilquiz har temaet "grimme biler".Afsnit 232 er publiceret d. 1. juni, 2026.
¡Benditos reglamentos! ¿Te imaginas entrar en un concesionario y salir con una máquina que, con apenas unos ajustes, podría ganar el Rally de Montecarlo o las 24 Horas de Le Mans? Hubo una época dorada en la que las marcas no fabricaban coches para venderlos, sino que los vendían simplemente para poder competir. En el video de hoy analizamos los "Homologation Specials", las piezas de ingeniería más salvajes y puras que jamás han pisado el asfalto público. ¿Qué es un Homologation Special? Para los que no estéis familiarizados con el lenguaje de la FIA, el concepto es sencillo pero fascinante. Para evitar que las marcas compitieran con prototipos espaciales que no tenían nada que ver con los modelos de producción, las federaciones imponían una norma: "Si quieres competir, debes fabricar una serie de unidades idénticas (ya fueran 200, 500 o 5.000) para que el público general pueda comprarlas". El resultado eran coches de carreras "domesticados" a la fuerza. Les ponían intermitentes, un claxon y unos asientos algo más cómodos para cumplir el expediente. No buscaban rentabilidad; de hecho, muchas marcas perdían dinero con cada unidad vendida. El único objetivo era levantar el trofeo el domingo. 10 Leyendas con matrícula -Lancia Stratos HF (1973): El primer coche nacido por y para los rallyes. Una cuña diseñada por Gandini con motor central Ferrari V6 donde el piloto va sentado de lado por lo estrecho de su habitáculo. -BMW 3.0 CSL (1973): El mítico "Batmóvil". Su kit aerodinámico era tan radical que el alerón trasero se entregaba en el maletero porque no era legal para circular en Alemania. -Lancia 037 (1982): El último guerrero de propulsión trasera que venció a la tracción total. Un coche de chasis tubular y fibra de vidrio que escondía una de las anécdotas más famosas de la picaresca italiana durante su inspección de homologación. -Peugeot 205 Turbo 16 (1984): Un engaño visual. Aunque parezca un 205, lleva motor central y tracción total. Una bestia del Grupo B del que solo se fabricaron 200 unidades, todas en el icónico gris Winchester. -Ford RS200 (1984): Diseñado por ingenieros de F1 y fabricado por expertos en fibra de vidrio. Ostentó durante 12 años el récord Guinness de aceleración. -BMW M3 E30 (1986): El coche de turismos más laureado. Cada panel de su carrocería fue modificado respecto al Serie 3 estándar solo para mejorar la aerodinámica en el DTM. Ford Sierra RS Cosworth (1986): Famoso por su alerón "cola de ballena", una pieza imprescindible para mantener el coche pegado al suelo a más de 200 km/h, pese a las reticencias de los directivos de Ford. -Lancia Delta HF Integrale (1987): El dominador absoluto del Grupo A. Sus abultadas aletas y el capó abombado no eran estética, eran necesidades mecánicas para ganar seis títulos consecutivos. -Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution II (1990): La respuesta brutalista al dominio de BMW. Su alerón ajustable era tan efectivo que obligó a la competencia a rediseñar sus propios túneles de viento. -Toyota GT-One (1998): El caso más extremo. Un prototipo de Le Mans puro con intermitentes que logró su homologación gracias a una interpretación muy creativa de las normas sobre el espacio del maletero. La evolución de las categorías Desde los años 50 con el Ferrari 250 GTO, pasando por la salvaje era del Grupo B en los 80, hasta la racionalización del Grupo A y los excesos de los GT1 de los 90, los reglamentos han moldeado la historia del automóvil. Lamentablemente, los Homologation Specials son hijos de un tiempo pasado. Hoy en día, los reglamentos permiten correr con "siluetas" o se basan en el BoP (Balance of Performance), donde la igualdad se busca mediante software y no mediante la ingeniería pura. Aquellos coches eran la pasión de los ingenieros ganándole la partida a los contables. Eran difíciles, caros de mantener y ruidosos, pero representan el vínculo más puro que ha existido jamás entre el mundo de la competición y el usuario de a pie. Si alguna vez tienes la oportunidad de ver uno de estos 10 elegidos, recuerda que no estás ante un simple coche, sino ante un trofeo de carreras con matrícula.
Market Madness: The Stocks Flying and FailingIt's been a volatile start to 2026 for the Australian share market, with some stocks surging and others struggling.On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Dale Gillham, chief investment analyst at Wealth Within, to discuss the standout stocks, underperformers and what investors should look for in the months ahead.00:00 Introduction01:52 A tale of two markets04:24 Macro forces and the market07:09 Resource sector shines10:02 CSL slump and other underperformers12:33 Investor playbook for the second half of 202616:15 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #dalegillham #shares #investingPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: podcast@moneymag.com.auGet stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR
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Big moves at the top of the ASX, inflation heating up in the US, and a beaten-up healthcare names under the microscope. In this episode, Bryce, Alec and Mr.Beat-Up unpack BHP overtaking Commonwealth Bank, CSL's brutal fall from grace, and whether TransMedics' organ transplant technology can justify the risk after its share price has been cut by two-thirds.In this episode:00:00 — Intro & Welcome Mr Beat Up01:31 — Budget Fallout Hits Banks & Housing Stocks03:14 — BHP Overtakes CBA as Australia's Biggest Company06:06 — CSL Falls Out Of The ASX Top 1009:38 — New Fed Chair & Rising US Inflation11:51 — Mr Beat Up: TransMedics15:05 — Why TransMedics Is Beaten Down?18:31 — The Bull Case: 4-Step Stock Checklist21:39 — How Big is the Moat?25:21 — Can it Reinvest it's Profits Productively?27:05 — Is TMDX an Affordable Stock?29:06 — The Final VerdictStocks & ETFs mentioned: CSL (ASX: CSL), BHP (ASX: BHP), Commonwealth Bank (ASX: CBA), REA Group (ASX: REA), NAB (ASX: NAB), ANZ (ASX: ANZ), Westpac (ASX: WBC), Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG), TransMedics (NASDAQ: TMDX), Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Betashares Global X Metals ETF (ASX: WIRE)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick Jeffery and John Granger sat down last weekend to discuss John's post, The Literary Alchemy of Hallmarked Man: What Do the Structural Models Tell Us? They'd talked about this subject briefly before John had written it up and he came to rather different conclusions in the process of writing and preparing slides for the post, all of which are rolled out in this inquisition.The questions Nick asked are below after the links in the post in case you want to follow up on what is said above about literary alchemy, the sequence of colors and symbols, and about the structural models for understanding the Strike series, especially Extended Play and Tetractys Theory.Enjoy!Links for Follow-Up and Easy Reference: Strike Alchemy* Literary Alchemy – A Primer for Those Interested in J. K. Rowling's Artistry* ‘Literary Alchemy' Pillar Post* Metallurgical, Literary, and Psychological Alchemy: Is Jung a Good Guide for Understanding J. K. Rowling's Artistry and Meaning?* The Literary Alchemy of Hallmarked Man: What Do the Structural Models Tell Us?* , ‘The Connection of Ring Composition and Literary Alchemy in the Layout of the Seven Book Harry Potter Series.' (William Sprague)* ‘Parallel Series Idea' Pillar Post* Robin Ellacott and Reverse Alchemy: Transformation Through the First Three Strike Texts (Louise Freeman)* ‘Troubled Blood: Strike's Transformation'* ‘Water, water everywhere: Baptism, baths, rivers, rain and showers as unifying themes in The Running Grave' (Louise Freeman)Seven Structural Theories for Strike Ten Book Series* (1) straight up Decalogy, no structural connection between books;* (2) Big Ring Composition, Double Wedding Band (Louise Freeman);* (3) Seven book series with Trilogy finale (Nick Jeffery, John Granger);* (4) Extended Play theory (John Granger per ‘Kathleen'),* (5) Sonnet Corona Form (Robyn Gomillion);* (6) Tetractys theory (Evan Willis with back-up explanations here, follow-up from Evan here); and* (7) Celtic Cross (John Granger) scroll down to bottom).Tetractys Theory in Depth:* Alastair Fowler's Triumphal Forms* Why the Cormoran Strike Novels are a Ten Book Series: Mythological Clues and Tetractys Parallelism with a Touch of Tarot Reveal the Strike Series Structural Echoes with Rowling's First Ten Book Set [Evan Willis, 10 July 2023]* Is Tetractys Theory the Best Explanation of Why the Cormoran Strike Series is Ten Books in Length? First Thoughts on Evan Willis' Numerological Exegesis of Rowling's Two Ten Novel Series and the Meaning of This Structure [John Granger, 18 July 2023]* Evan Willis: Running Grave Review In which the Tetractis theory is revisited in light of Strike 7 and the Theory is Updated [Evan Willis, 30 September 2023]* See The Literary Alchemy of Hallmarked Man: What Do the Structural Models Tell Us? for excerpts from and discussion of each.* The Tetraktys Tarot Card Spread!The Charts!The Ten Questions and John's Answers (notes!)1. So, John, you finally got the alchemy post you promised an age ago; what was the hold-up?· Tried to put too much into the posts…· Changed my mind several times as I was writing them!· had to relearn Tetractys ideas!2. You start off this Alchemy of Hallmarked Man discussion with a review of the literary alchemy of the first three Harry Potter novels; why did you have to reach that far back?· Because of the Parallel Series Idea, not alchemy at all, oddly enough.· Rowling seems to be writing Strike decalogy in parallel with Potter to include its alchemical sequences so I reviewed the ‘Reverse Alchemy' theory, how that worked for Strikes 1-3 but broke down at 6 and 7· To get Hallmarked Man‘s alchemical stage right, I wanted to figure out why Ink Black Heart and Running Grave weren't the alchemical stages we'd expect3. Some of our listeners may not have the literary alchemy three stages firmly in mind; can you go over what they are and why they're important in Rowling Studies?· Black, White, Red stages: what each represents in metallurgical and literary alchemy;· Rowling's one interview comment about alchemy, her PotterMore notes about colors;· Rowling's use in Harry Potter‘s last three books, fourth book, and first three books;· Galbraith's use in Strike series' first three books, fifth book, and six and seven;· Ward on astrology in CSL's Narniad ('Donegality'); similar use of alchemy in Rowling-Galbraith4. So the alchemical parallelism seemed to stop at Ink Black Heart but the other correspondences continued?· That's right, the first seven books paralleled their Harry Potter apposite numbers in structure, plot points, and some symbolism but the last two broke from the alchemical pattern;· I decided that the best place to look for a way that the new pattern could be explained would be looking at the seven theories about the Strike-Ellacott series structure;· If a specific structure had a very clear idea about the alchemical stage sequencing in the books, then I'd have a real head-start in what to look for in Hallmarked Man.5. The Seven theories -- last time we talked it was six! Remind me what they are and what each says about the alchemy...· No structure, Big Ring/Double Wedding Band, Septology and trilogy combo, Extended Play, Corona Sonnet, Tetractys, and Celtic Cross (see links above!);· Only Extended Play and Tetractys theories had clear theories about the alchemy; and· Oddly enough, they both explained why Hallmarked Man had to be considered an albedo or white novel even though they disagreed about what Ink Black Heart and Running Grave were...6. We've got slides here that help make what seems hopelessly nerdy something you can see. We'll start way back with the ring structure of The Harry Potter series and work our way toward Evan Willis' Tetractys ideas.· Harry Potter series, Sprague/Thacker ‘Reverse Alchemy:' Slides 1 and 2 (see above)7. And via the Parallel Series Idea we should see those same relationships that were found in the Potter books in the Strike series?· Extended Play idea: Slides 3 and 4 (see above)· Where it breaks down -- Running Grave like Troubled Blood an “aquatic Nigredo“8. And you think the Tetractys idea is better. We really need to have Evan on the show to talk about where he learned about this figure, its use in English literature prior to Rowling, and why he thinks Rowling is writing her second ten book series. Can you summarize his two Hogwarts Professor posts on this subject and why Rowling Readers will benefit from learning about this ancient ten point peg board model?· See Tetractys pyramid slides above;· Four levels: meaning of monad, dyad, triad, quaternity symbolism; (first Evan Willis post above)· Pyramid to climb, something akin to four levels of reading and knowledge; [Fowler, Triumphal Forms]· Benefit to Rowling Readers: Willis thinks the second Quaternion parallels Rowling's first -- and the differences explain the alchemical stage of Running Grave;· It also was used to predict three things about Hallmarked Man: it was all about silver, it would be an albedo or White stage novel, and it would parallel The Ickabog9. Three bullseyes with a special merit badge for figuring out the silver part before the title was announced. Let's go to the Tetractys slides for the Potter and Strike series:· All above!10. Both the Extended Play and Tetractys theories, then, have Hallmarked Man as an albedo. How will that influence your examination of Strike 8 for its alchemical symbols and sequences as well as your interpretation of them?· I'll be looking for the alchemical signatures of the second stage, leukosis or the ‘whitening,'· I'll be looking for evidence that contradicts the albedo dyad idea, and· I'll be researching if alchemical ideas, as in, say, incest, ‘Jason and the Medea,' and ‘dog and b***h,' are best read as white stage tokens This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe
On The Money Café this week, Alan Kohler and James Thomson dig into the federal budget, take stock of CSL, and tackle listener questions on tax, AI, and interest rates. Special offer for Money Café listeners: Intelligent Investor Essentials for $297. Includes Alan Kohler’s Weekend Brief, subscriber podcasts, and more, plus a Money Café cap and 3 months Premium. Sign up at moneycafe.com.au. (T&Cs apply)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Labor government has handed down its 2026 Federal Budget… and it includes the biggest overhaul to Australia's property tax system in 25 year. CSL has seen nearly $10 billion wiped from its market value after writing-down a multi-billion dollar acquisition it made three years ago. Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for $15 million after it put her face on TV boxes to sell televisions… without her knowledge, her permission or paying her a cent. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ASX 200 slipped 0.5 per cent ahead of the Federal Budget as oil prices surged and investors weighed the prospect of tax reform. Banks were weaker across the board, while CSL plunged 16 per cent after cutting earnings expectations and flagging a major impairment.
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[Apologies but the recording is quite poor at the start, but improves. Please bear with it - Nick]John Granger shared privately with Nick Jeffery that he thought it would be a good idea to read C. S. Lewis' Till We Have Faces, a re-telling of the Cupid and Psyche myth, to get a better grip on Rowling-Galbraith's re-imagining of the same myth in her Cormoran Strike series.Nick, as is his wont, promptly read the book, wrote up the possible connections between the chapters of Till We Have Faces and the books in the Strike series — C. S. Lewis' ‘Till We Have Faces' and Rowling-Galbraith's Cormoran Strike Series (Part One) — which ‘Part One' constituted a challenge to John to write up his contrarian notes as ‘Part Two,' which he did yesterday.Today? They talk about CSL's Till We Have Faces, what it tells us (and doesn't tell us) about JKR's Strike series, and the reasons why a Serious Striker or ‘every thoughtful reader' really should read Lewis' last novel, one he and Tolkien thought was his best.Hogwarts Professor is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Links to everything they discuss can be found in their respective write-ups: C. S. Lewis' ‘Till We Have Faces' and Rowling-Galbraith's Cormoran Strike Series (Part One) by Nick and C. S. Lewis' ‘Till We Have Faces' and Rowling-Galbraith's Cormoran Strike Series (Part Two) from John.Here is a copy of the ten questions that kept their conversation — for the most part! — between the guard rails. Enjoy!CSL and JKR Tackle ‘Cupid and Psyche:' The Ten Questions1. (Nick) So, why, John, are we talking about a book Rowling has never mentioned, in a genre she has never attempted, by an author from whom she has tried to distance herself, and which has no obvious connection to what Rowling is writing today? [See the first paragraphs of John's Part Two.]2. (John) Can you give our listeners a quick review of the book's history, Nick, that is, the story behind the story? [Nick discusses information here not in either of their posts!]3. (Nick) Which is all very interesting from the Lake side of the reading, but it's the story itself that is the connection to Rowling. Give us the plot points, structure highlights, and spoil the ending, too, won't you, John? [John reads Nick's plot summary from his Part One (below). Another summary can be found on the Faces wikipedia page.]Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold by C.S. Lewis is a first-person retelling of the Cupid and Psyche myth, narrated by Orual, the eldest daughter of the King of Glome (a fictional barbarian kingdom). Orual frames Part One as a bitter complaint or accusation against the gods, particularly Ungit (a cruel fertility goddess akin to Aphrodite/Venus, represented by a black stone) and her son, the god of the Grey Mountain (the “Shadowbrute” or Brute). She writes in old age as queen, claiming the gods have wronged her, especially by taking her beloved half-sister Istra (whom she calls Psyche). The novel is divided into two parts. Part One (the bulk of the book, spanning 21 chapters) recounts events from Orual's perspective as she experiences them, portraying her actions as justified love and the gods as unjust. Part Two (a short addendum of about 4 chapter) is written later, as Orual nears death. Here, she gains new insight through dreams, visions, and self-reflection, realizing how her “love” was often possessive, jealous, and devouring—much like Ungit's. The veil she wears becomes a central symbol: initially to hide her ugliness, later as a barrier to truth and self-knowledge. “Till we have faces” suggests that true self-revelation and honest relationship (with gods or others) require facing reality without masks or illusions.4. (John) We know for sure that CSL was re-telling the Cupid and Psyche myth here; Lewis and the text make that undeniable. I argued from the text five years ago that Rowling-Galbraith was doing something similar and she suggested strongly by tweet this was the case. In your post, Nick, you swung for the fences to explore the possibility that Till We Have Faces was a model of sorts for the Strike series. Did you establish or eliminate that possibility -- and what were the most interesting connections you found? [See Part One!]5. (Nick) You've recently re-read this, too, John; were you struck by story echoes in Strike from Faces? [John discusses CSL's wonderful cryptonyms, several of which have alchemical notes, a point he didn't write up in Part Two, and then talks about the allusion to Psyche as “Artemis and Aphrodite combined” in Faces, the importance of ‘The Real' in Lewis and Rowling, and the importance of “the riddle” to Lewis and a “debate” to Rowling, all in Part Two.]6. (John) The key connection, though, of course, is in the use of the myth and how the modern and postmodern authors parallel the original version and depart from it. Care to compare and contrast the two adaptations, Nick? [Nick answers this with some references to Part One and John offers a Planet Narnia inspired opinion.]7. (Nick) You brought up in our alchemy conversation earlier in the month, John, and in your Faces post that Rowling seems to want to foster a “debate” within and among her readers about how to best understand her work, specifically between a psychological or spiritual interpretation. That seems to be on Lewis' agenda, too, no, in Faces? [Part Two, Point #4]8. (John) As fascinating as that parallel is, Nick, the structural one is better, I think. What do you make of Faces' two Parts and our conversations about how the ten book series seems to be playing out? [Part Two, Point #5]9. (Nick) You've played with the names a bit, John; what do you think is the meaning of the title? There's a specific passage in which Till We Have Faces is spoken as dialogue and we know Lewis' preferred title was Bareface, but what do you think Lewis was after with the Faces idea -- and does it have any relevance to Strike?[Part Two, Point #6]10. (John) So, let's do another tally of CSL/JKR correspondences. And what are the differences between Lewis and Rowling?List: Ten Points of Correspondence1. Christian symbolism,2. kappa atmosphere artistry,3. literary alchemy,4. psychomachia,5. ring composition,6. the debate/riddle about God7. Mythic retelling8. Genre blending9. Narrative misdirection, big twist10. Most famous for magical world behind portalDifferences:* Violence against women!* Old White Man; Old White Woman* [Fill In Your Best Contrast between CSL and JKR]Hogwarts Professor is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe
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Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're delving into a series of transformative events that underscore the dynamic nature of our industry.First on our radar is Merck's acquisition of Terns Pharmaceuticals for a staggering $6.7 billion. This strategic move is rooted in the looming patent expiration of Keytruda, Merck's blockbuster drug. By acquiring Terns, Merck gains access to a promising chronic myeloid leukemia asset, potentially diversifying its oncology portfolio and offsetting anticipated revenue losses. This acquisition is part of a broader industry trend where companies consolidate and acquire to maintain competitive advantages and ensure pipeline robustness amidst patent challenges.In the diabetes arena, Novo Nordisk is making waves with its triple-G candidate in China, which has shown positive mid-phase trial results. This success could position Novo Nordisk as a formidable player in diabetes treatment, even as it faces competition from Eli Lilly. The development not only strengthens Novo Nordisk's global market position but also exemplifies the growing importance of international collaborations and localized clinical trials in accessing emerging markets.Sarepta Therapeutics' investment in Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals' siRNA assets is beginning to show promise with preliminary data from two siRNA candidates. This indicates a significant shift towards RNA-based therapies in addressing untreatable genetic conditions, emphasizing an innovative pivot towards precision medicine and personalized treatment approaches.Maze Therapeutics has released promising phase 2 data for its lead kidney disease candidate, described by analysts as having "best-in-class potential." Despite this clinical promise, the market's negative reaction resulted in a significant drop in Maze's stock value, highlighting the volatile nature of biotech investments where scientific potential often clashes with financial realities.In obesity treatment research, BrightGene's early-stage data shows an 8% weight loss at eight weeks with its oral dual agonist. This adds to evidence supporting multi-target therapies for complex metabolic disorders like obesity. Meanwhile, Takeda's plan to realize $1.3 billion in cost savings through restructuring aims to streamline operations and fund late-stage drug development, reflecting an industry-wide focus on operational efficiency.The partnership between ICON and Advarra seeks to optimize clinical trial efficiency through a network of connected sites, aligning with broader industry efforts to leverage technology and improve drug development timelines.Turning to UCB's substantial $2 billion investment in a biologics manufacturing facility near its US headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, this move marks UCB's first major manufacturing footprint in the United States, underscoring its commitment to expanding biologics production capabilities. Biologics are increasingly important due to their potential for treating chronic and genetic conditions, highlighting why UCB's investment is pivotal as it strengthens its position in the US market.Biogen's collaboration with Alteogen involves a $20 million investment to utilize Alteogen's subcutaneous delivery technology for two unnamed biologics. Subcutaneous administration offers improved patient convenience and potentially better therapeutic outcomes compared to traditional intravenous methods.On the regulatory front, ImmunityBio received an FDA warning over promotional claims for Anktiva, their cancer drug. This underscores the critical need for accurate communication in drug marketing. Additionally, CSL updated its Flucelvax label at the FDA's request to include a febrile seizure warning, reflecting ongoing vigilance in post-marketing surveillance.The integration of AI into pharmaceutical operations is accelSupport the show
In this episode, we unpack the surprising growth in healthcare trends, build a 5-stock portfolio for the future of medicine, and overhaul the rules of the Equity Mates community portfolio.0:00 The Gen Z $6b boom5:30 How to invest in the trend7:20 Building a healthcare portfolio8:40 Eli Lilly & GLP-1 dominance10:30 ProMedicus & Intuitive Surgical14:05 TransMedics & CSL breakdown20:50 Community portfolio updates + Ashleigh's Caterpillar pitchStocks & ETFs mentioned in this episode: Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY), ProMedicus (ASX:PME), Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:ISRG), TransMedics (NASDAQ:TMDX), CSL (ASX:CSL), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), Betashares Diversified All Growth ETF (ASX:DHHF), Playside Studios (ASX:PLY), Link Administration Holdings (ASX:LNK), Global X Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure ETF (ASX:GXAI)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopletoday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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