Market Close 30 Apr 26: Oil hits wartime high

The ASX200 has now fallen for eight straight days, closing April roughly 2% higher despite hot inflation data that's pointing toward another RBA rate hike. Energy shares rallied hard as oil hit four-year highs on US-Iran tensions, but Woolworths dragged things down with an 8% tumble after downgrading earnings. We've finished at a three-week low, with investors watching overnight results from Apple and key central bank decisions. 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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