Season 4 Episode 39 – Ho-Ho-Hold On! Fed Cheer and Santa Rally Lift Markets
Welcome to Season 4, Episode 39 of the #AtlasWeeklyRecap podcast: Ho-Ho-Hold On! Fed Cheer and Santa Rally Lift Markets, delivers a sharp Santa rally market update for Australian expats.
In under six minutes, host and Financial Planner Martin Jack breaks down a week of strong global market rebounds. Notably, US, Europe, Japan, and China all rose on expectations of a Fed rate cut. Meanwhile, Australian shares advanced, led by IT, materials, health, and industrials, although bond yields diverged amid dovish Fed signals and ongoing inflation concerns.
At the same time, gold and Bitcoin rallied alongside equities, and the US market approached record highs despite lingering valuation and AI concerns. Furthermore, markets are pricing in an 82% chance of a Fed cut next month, while Trump’s Fed pick adds further uncertainty. Finally, in Australia, October inflation surprised higher, APRA tightened lending standards, and the economy showed resilience through strong business
Listen to Episode 39 – Ho-Ho-Hold On! Fed Cheer and Santa Rally Lift Markets
Weekly Market Recap: Fed Cheer and Santa Rally Lift Markets
Tune in for a concise update specifically tailored for Australian expats, as we cover the latest movements in equity, property, and currency markets. In addition, Martin and Shaun also highlight the key events to watch in the week ahead — from important economic data releases to upcoming interest rate decisions and potential policy changes. Moreover, they provide context to help you understand how these developments may impact markets and your financial planning.
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