Monthly index performance across Australia, the US, Europe, China and Japan, plus RBA/ABS updates. This month's leader: Nasdaq Composite (+1.86%).

Region Index Level Monthly Change
Australia ASX 200 8789.30 -3.16%
US S&P 500 7651.54 -0.45%
US Nasdaq Composite 26861.06 +1.86%
US Dow Jones 50906.05 -4.29%
Europe FTSE 100 10606.00 -2.02%
Europe DAX 25199.19 -4.03%
Europe CAC 40 7964.51 -4.44%
Europe Euro Stoxx 50 6269.02 -2.35%
China Shanghai Composite 3842.20 -3.61%
China Hang Seng 24613.27 -3.73%
Japan Nikkei 225 66753.72 +0.67%

Top 3 monthly performers

  • Nasdaq Composite (US)+1.86%
  • Nikkei 225 (Japan)+0.67%
  • S&P 500 (US)-0.45%

Worst 3 monthly performers

  • CAC 40 (Europe)-4.44%
  • Dow Jones (US)-4.29%
  • DAX (Europe)-4.03%
In September 2026, attention remains focused on the Reserve Bank of Australia's monetary policy direction, particularly its cash rate target, alongside movements in the Australian dollar exchange rate. The latest ABS releases on the consumer price index and gross domestic product continue to shape the broader conversation around balancing inflation control with economic growth support. Against this backdrop, investors will be watching closely for any forward guidance from the RBA, which could influence Australian bond and equity markets in the months ahead.

This content is general information only and does not constitute personal financial advice. Monthly changes are calculated from available daily closing prices.