Kalkine : ASX 200 Sets New Peak Amid Strong Gains Across Financials and Tech

June 10, 2025 08:23 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media
 Kalkine : ASX 200 Sets New Peak Amid Strong Gains Across Financials and Tech
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Highlights

  • ASX 200 closes at a new high, lifted by broad-based sector strength

  • Financials surge with Commonwealth Bank and NAB leading the way

  • Tech and energy sectors gain following upbeat US-China trade developments

The ASX 200 and All Ordinaries indexes reached record closing levels, driven by strong performances across financials, technology, and consumer discretionary stocks. This came as optimism grew around progress in US-China trade discussions taking place in London. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) led the charge in financials, supported by National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB), both contributing significantly to the index’s upward momentum.

Financial Sector Drives Market Performance

The financial sector was a standout, reaching its highest-ever collective market capitalisation. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) marked a key milestone, while National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) emerged as the top performer among the major banks. The broader banking sector displayed resilience amid global trade uncertainty, with steady gains across the board.

Tech Stocks Benefit from Global Cues

Australia’s technology segment mirrored gains seen in overseas markets. WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC) posted a robust rise, followed by Xero Ltd (ASX:XRO) and NextDC Ltd (ASX:NXT). NextDC advanced following a positive update regarding its expansion initiatives in Southeast Asia. The movement in this segment aligned with strong global sentiment seen in US-based technology indices.

Consumer Discretionary Lifts Despite Weak Sentiment Data

Gambling equipment manufacturers Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX:ALL) and Light & Wonder Inc (ASX:LNW) lifted consumer discretionary shares higher. This advance came even as consumer sentiment indicators remained subdued. Market expectations around central bank action seemed to cushion the segment from broader economic concerns.

Energy Stocks Support Broader Gains

Upward movement in global oil prices contributed to energy sector strength. Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX:WDS) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) registered gains, as did other players exposed to rising fuel and commodity prices. The optimism surrounding trade developments helped push crude benchmarks higher, supporting these movements.

Uranium and Coal Miners Push Ahead

The resources segment showed mixed performance. Yancoal Australia Ltd (ASX:YAL) and Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN) moved positively, reflecting firm demand outlooks in specific resource categories. However, broader mining names displayed subdued action, with Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX:RIO) and BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) ending the session with minimal change.

Gold Segment Eases as Sentiment Improves

Gold-focused equities saw downward pressure as global appetite improved. Newcrest Mining Ltd (ASX:NCM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) experienced outflows, coinciding with declining gold prices. Market participants moved capital toward cyclical sectors, reducing exposure to traditionally defensive assets.


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