Market Close 08 Aug 25: Aussie stocks slide for a second day

The market has slipped slightly today marking two days of declines but still remains up overall across the month.  Steve is solo today to reflect on a week which has seen more record highs, and to discuss the tariff rollout and how that alongside sluggish economic data has impacted markets.  Mining stocks have seen some gains today minimising the losses on the ASX, Iress and Nick Scali caught attention today, and Steve unpacks what could move markets in the days ahead including the upcoming Reserve Bank meeting and US inflation data. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.