Pre-Market Report – Monday 24 August: US markets firm - SPI up 41 - EDV Results - BEN - Resources in fcous

Wall St rose Friday but still posted its first losing week in a month. Dow Jones up 518 points. S&P 500 up 0.43%. Nasdaq up 0.43%, snapping a five-day losing streak. Russell 2000 up 0.85%. VIX down 5.44%. SOX down 0.5%. Mag7 up 0.6%. SaaS up 1.4%.ASX set to rise. SPI futures up 41 points or 0.46%. Gold up - Commodities firm - Results in focus.Marcus Today – Daily Market Insights Marcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise. If you'd like to go further: Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcast Join Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offer MT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcast Principles – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast — Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.