Market updates

ASX Consumer Stocks Face Challenges Amid Tariff Concerns
April 28, 2025 04:41 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Flight Centre and Brambles issue profit warnings due to tariff impacts on their operations.,Tariffs threaten the profitability of companies like Yowie, Bubs, and Reliance Worldwide.,The Australian stock market is showing signs of strength...

Australia's Critical Minerals Strategy: Evaluating the Government's Approach
April 28, 2025 04:36 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,The Minerals Council of Australia raises concerns about the Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve and its unclear merits.,The Australian government outlines a strategy for critical minerals, focusing on national offtake agreements and stock...

ASX Stocks: Weekly Review of 52-Week Highs and Lows – Week 18
April 28, 2025 04:35 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Materials sector leads,with a strong number of stocks hitting fresh 52-week highs, led by prominent gold stocks.,Defensive sectors,such as Financials and Telecommunication continue to see upward momentum.,Gold stocks face setbacks,, with...
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SSE Composite Set for Modest Start Amid Global Positive Sentiment
April 28, 2025 04:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaKey Highlights:,Global optimism boosts outlook for Shanghai's SSE Composite.,Domestic economic conditions may limit gains.,Key sectors like financials and consumer stocks may see interest.,Shanghai’s SSE Composite Index is set for a stable start on A...

Trump's Trade Turmoil Sends Shockwaves Through Australian Corporate Earnings
April 28, 2025 04:17 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Trump’s tariff turbulence impacts Australian businesses.,Offshore-focused companies face early earnings pressures.,"Confession season" reveals more potential downgrades ahead.,Australian sharemarkets are bracing for a turbulent period as c...

ASX Stocks Edge Higher as Traders Watch Inflation Data, Wall Street Gains
April 28, 2025 04:15 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,ASX opens higher following Wall Street's positive performance.,Focus shifts to upcoming inflation data.,S&P issues a warning regarding the impact of election spending on Australia's credit rating.,The Australian stock market began the day...

Tech Stocks Lead ASX Surge, Driving Early Gains Across Sectors
April 28, 2025 04:12 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Tech sector leads,ASX with strong momentum, powered by,ASX Technology Stocks,.,Health Care, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary sectors show positive gains.,Materials sector lags due to weakness in commodities like gold and copper.,The...

The 10 Most Shorted ASX Stocks Plus the Biggest Risers and Fallers – Week 18
April 28, 2025 04:10 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Short interest remains high in uranium and lithium sectors, with Boss Energy and Paladin Energy leading the list.,IperionX sees a notable surge in short interest, while Collins Foods faces mixed sentiment after its strategic update.,Drone...

Dow Jones Futures Show Early Signs of Caution as Market Faces Uncertainty
April 28, 2025 04:03 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Dow Jones futures decline by 117 points, indicating a cautious market opening.,Profit-taking and macroeconomic concerns contribute to the early drop in futures.,Global market sentiment remains mixed following a strong rally in previous we...
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Asian Markets Poised for Positive Start Following Nasdaq's Strong Performance
April 28, 2025 04:00 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Major Asian stock indices are set to open higher following a rally on Wall Street.,Positive sentiment from Nasdaq's 1.26% surge is likely to extend into regional markets.,Asian markets, including the Nikkei, KOSPI, TAIEX, Hang Seng, and A...

Positive Global Sentiment Lifts Australian Markets: ASX 200 Set for Upbeat Opening
April 28, 2025 03:57 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaKey Highlights:,ASX 200 to open higher following Nasdaq's surge,Positive global momentum driven by U.S. market performance,Key sectors expected to see growth,On the heels of a significant rally in the Nasdaq, the Australian market is poised to experi...

Gold Market in China: Short-Term Pullback Amid Growing Demand
April 28, 2025 03:46 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Gold prices recently experienced a dip following signs of easing trade tensions between the US and China.,China's significant demand for gold-backed assets is on the rise, especially with new regulatory shifts in the country.,The demand su...

Impact of US Tariffs on UK Economic Growth: Disruptions in Trade and Business Investment
April 28, 2025 03:44 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,US tariffs are set to slow UK economic growth over the next two years, primarily affecting trade and consumer confidence.,Sectors such as car manufacturing and pharmaceuticals face heightened challenges due to heavy reliance on the US mar...

Hang Seng Index Set to Gain Momentum Following Nasdaq's Strong Performance
April 28, 2025 03:40 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Hang Seng Index likely to open higher following positive global sentiment,U.S. market rally, particularly in tech stocks, boosts expectations,Hong Kong's HSI continues to track U.S. market movements,The Hang Seng Index (HSI) is set for an...

Nasdaq Surge Sets Positive Tone for Nikkei 225’s Opening in Tokyo
April 28, 2025 03:37 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Nasdaq's rally on Friday supports a bullish opening for Japan's Nikkei 225.,Positive U.S. earnings results and favorable global sentiment influence expectations.,Traders are anticipating a strong start for Nikkei 225 on Monday, April 28.,...

Livium Expands Recycling Business with New Agreement and Secures Major Government Grant
April 28, 2025 03:25 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Livium extends recycling partnership to support future revenue.,Secures $30 million grant for battery materials project.,Expanding recycling operations and technology developments.,Livium (ASX:LVM) has taken a significant step forward by e...

China Boosts Economic Measures to Navigate Trade Challenges
April 28, 2025 03:20 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,China strengthens plans to support economy and jobs.,Authorities stay confident on 2025 growth target.,Fresh steps to aid exporters and stabilize employment.,Chinese officials have renewed their commitment to reinforcing economic growth an...

ASX to Review M&A Rules Amid Discontent Over James Hardie Acquisition
April 28, 2025 03:13 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,ASX initiates review of its M&A rules regarding shareholder approvals.,Investors voice concerns over James Hardie’s acquisition of AZEK.,James Hardie plans to hold a shareholder vote before any changes to listing status.,The Australian St...

Australian Stock Exchange to Review M&A Guidelines Following James Hardie Dispute
April 28, 2025 03:11 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,ASX reassessing its merger and acquisition (M&A) rules in response to criticism from James Hardie.,James Hardie’s recent acquisition triggered regulatory scrutiny over existing M&A procedures.,ASX's move aims to address industry concerns...

ASX to Reevaluate Shareholder Approval Rules Following James Hardie Controversy
April 28, 2025 03:06 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,The Australian Securities Exchange has launched a review of its rules concerning shareholder approvals for mergers and acquisitions.,The review comes after James Hardie announced it would hold a shareholder vote on its plan to shift its l...

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