Market Close 27 Apr 26: ASX slips for fifth day

The ASX200 slipped about 0.25% to a three week low, extending a five session losing run as volumes picked up despite state holidays. Energy led declines even as oil rallied, while Atlas Arteria jumped on a $7bn IFM takeover bid and Megaport and Newmont outperformed. Key risks this week are Wednesday's Aussie inflation print major US tech earnings and the Fed decision. Steve Daghlian and Laura Besarati are Market Analysts at CommSec. Each episode, they break down the day's market movements and explain what the numbers really mean. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

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