PM 14 Aug 26: Worst week for ASX since April

The Australian share market fell for a third consecutive day, dragging the week into negative territory as materials and financial stocks retreated. Despite US markets hitting record highs overnight, local weakness in mining and banking offset gains in technology. With reporting season intensifying next week and around sixty companies set to deliver results, investors will be scrutinising outlooks and dividends closely. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean. Check out our Market News page Follow us on:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeTikTok 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.