PM 24 Jun 26: Market posts first gain in a week

The Australian share market ended a four-day losing streak Wednesday as investors digested mixed inflation data. While headline inflation cooled, underlying measures remained elevated, keeping the Reserve Bank on alert ahead of August. Tech stocks led gains despite US semiconductor weakness, while energy and mining lagged on commodity pressures. Employment data and Micron earnings loom as key catalysts. Steve Daghlian is a Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, he breaks down the day's market movements and explains 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.