The local market ended the week higher at 7,493.8

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The local market finished higher for the fourth consecutive session, ending 1% higher at 7122. US Q4 GDP data due tonight....

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The local market rose after the inflation data came in lower than expected the S&P/ASX200 ended up 0.23%...

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The local market managed a small gain of 0.10% to 6,962 with US banking concerns looming large and local retail sales data due tomorrow...

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The local market finished the session lower though there was an afternoon melt up, for the week the S&P/ASX200 ended down 0.6%...

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the COB: ASX down (again), volatility reigns & banks still sold-off 🔂

The local market finished at 6,969 down 0.67% after the US Fed indicated a pause is possible and ahead of the BoE tonight...

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the COB: a mixed bag of lollies 🍬

The local market gains 0.87% ahead of the US Fed's interest rate decision with energy and tech leading the gains...

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the COB: watching and waiting 👀

The local market had a miniature bump today, rising 0.82% to 6955.4 in what continues to be an eventful, volatile week.

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the COB: momentary mojo 💥

Close your business day with the ausbiz anchors and a wrap of the day&apos;s key stories.

Close your business day with the ausbiz anchors and a wrap of the day's key stories and market movers, as well as our Stock of the Day. Disclaimer: At ausbiz we provide news, information, analysis and commentary. All of this content is general in nature and does not take into account your personal financial situation. The information is not intended as advice and you should not rely on it as such. Before acting on any information you have seen or heard on ausbiz platforms, you should seek independent financial advice, which takes into account your specific circumstances. While we endeavour to ensure that the content you hear in this podcast is reliable, accurate and complete, we cannot guarantee that. You should also be aware that the individuals appearing on ausbiz may have direct holdings in the companies or investments they discuss.

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