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Global markets were higher overnight, as the US market (S&P 500, +1.6%) climbed higher as data showed the services industry activity in June rebounded stronger than expected, and a revival in China’s economy boosted optimism – helping investors look past

Global markets were lower on Friday in quiet trade as the US market was closed in observance of July 4th Public Holiday.

Global markets were mixed overnight, as the US market (S&P 500 Index +0.5%) started the new quarter a touch higher. Increasing optimism for a safe and effective covid-19 vaccine eased concerns that another round of business lockdowns could be on the cards

Global markets were higher overnight (S&P 500 index +0.4%) with the Nasdaq technology index hitting an all-time high as the run of positive economic data continues.

Global markets were mostly higher overnight (S&P 500 Index +1.5%) despite a spike in covid-19 cases over the weekend prompting some States to re-tighten lockdown measures such as in public spaces and dinin

The US market (S&P 500 Index +1.5%) rose again to close out its strongest quarter in more than two-decades as it jumped 20%

Closer to home, yesterday Qantas CEO provided a harsh reality check by suggesting the much hyped Trans-Tasman travel bubble has progressed but access is unlikely until July 2021, much later than commentary from official NZ government sources. 

Global markets sold off on Friday (S&P 500 Index -2.4%) as covid-19 cases continue to surge weighing on sentiment.

Global markets were up overnight (US market S&P 500 +0.4%) as improving economic data and the prospect of more stimulus bolstered hopes of a swift recovery.