Morning Report 13 Aug 24: Wall Street on high alert as investors count down to key inflation figures

Wall Street treads water as investors brace themselves for key corporate and economic events, most notably key inflation figures. Gold prices rise, while oil surges for the fifth consecutive session amid Middle Eastern tensions. Locally, investors brace ahead of key wages data and CSL earnings and the Aussie dollar strengthens following the overnight softening of the U.S. dollar. 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.