Market Updates
A twice-daily podcast from the Marcus Today team for self-directed investors.
Published every weekday before the ASX open and after the close (AEST), these short updates cover what's moving markets, key developments overnight, and the themes shaping the trading day.
Clear. Practical. No noise.
Podcasting since 2021 • 2286 episodes
Market Updates
Latest Episodes
Pre-Market Report – Monday 20 April: Weekend events sow confusion | US futures down 0.8%
The S&P 500 jumped 1.2% to close at 7,126.06, crossing the 7,100 threshold for the first time. The Nasdaq Composite gained 1.52% and settled at 24,468.48 for its 13th consecutive winning day and its longest positive streak since 1992....
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End of Day Report – Friday 17 April: ASX 200 down 8 points | Lithium and tech up
The ASX 200 limped lower by 8 points to 8937 (0.1%) for a flat week. Banks continued to be weaker, NAB falling another 2.0% and WBC off 0.7%. The Big Bank Basket fell to $298.43 (-0.3%). Financials mixed, HUB rose 2....
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Pre-Market Report – Friday 17 April: US markets firm | Netflix drops on results
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rose to fresh all-time highs on Thursday, adding to their strong gains this week on optimism for a possible resolution to the Iran war.The broad market index gained 0.26% to close at 7,041.28, while t...
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End of Day Report – Thursday 16 April: ASX 200 drops 24 as banks tank | Tech resurrection
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:...
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Pre-Market Report – Thursday 16 April: US markets hit records on peace hopes | Tech leads
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rose to new all-time highs on Wednesday, building on the week’s strong gains as investors remained hopeful about the Iran war potentially ending soon.The broad market index gained 0.80%, ending at 7,0...
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