Morning Report 31 July 24: Microsoft shares drop on cloud miss

US technology names face selling pressure ahead of key earnings figures. Microsoft shares slide after slightly missing cloud revenue expectations. The Reserve Bank faces challenges with falling economic growth and rising inflation. US interest rates and Aussie inflation data are in focus, while chip shares fall as rotation into value stocks continues. Meanwhile, oil prices hit a seven-week low, and Rio Tinto will release its earnings today. 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.