The week in equities, rates, currencies and commodities across Australia, the US, Europe, China and Japan. This week's leader: Dow Jones (+1.32% over 7 days).
| Region | Index | Level | Week | YTD | 12-Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | ASX 200 | 8795.20 | -0.13% | +0.93% | -2.63% |
| US | S&P 500 | 7663.43 | -1.04% | +11.95% | +13.73% |
| US | Nasdaq Composite | 26008.86 | -2.64% | +11.90% | +13.37% |
| US | Dow Jones | 52867.98 | +1.32% | +10.00% | +13.12% |
| Europe | FTSE 100 | 10725.00 | -1.44% | +7.99% | +11.97% |
| Europe | DAX | 25371.75 | -0.98% | +3.60% | +4.81% |
| Europe | CAC 40 | 7811.26 | -1.83% | -4.15% | -5.04% |
| Europe | Euro Stoxx 50 | 6087.01 | -1.89% | +5.02% | +7.39% |
| China | Shanghai Composite | 3683.00 | -0.90% | -7.20% | -6.10% |
| China | Hang Seng | 23192.47 | -4.11% | -9.51% | -10.69% |
| Japan | Nikkei 225 | 62693.16 | -4.03% | +24.54% | +28.89% |
Top 3 this week
- Dow Jones (US)+1.32%
- ASX 200 (Australia)-0.13%
- Shanghai Composite (China)-0.90%
Worst 3 this week
- Hang Seng (China)-4.11%
- Nikkei 225 (Japan)-4.03%
- Nasdaq Composite (US)-2.64%
Equity markets moved through a cautious week, with investors watching RBA signals and upcoming Australian inflation and growth data to recalibrate expectations. Wall Street remained broadly resilient, supported by measured risk appetite, while Europe showed a more hesitant tone. China and Japan stayed under close watch, with global investors focused more on macro signals than on any standout sector news this week.
On rates, the Reserve Bank of Australia kept its cash rate target under review, as ABS data on consumer prices and GDP continue to shape monetary policy expectations. Bond yields remained sensitive to these releases, as did the Australian dollar, whose path reflects the balance between domestic growth and global financial conditions. The euro and commodities, including oil and gold, traded without major moves, awaiting clearer macroeconomic catalysts.
For the long-term Franco-Australian investor, this week reinforces the value of a diversified allocation across both economic zones, each responding to its own monetary and growth cycles. Rather than reacting to short-term swings, it remains sensible to maintain a balanced, long-term approach, relying on geographic and sector diversification to smooth out cyclical swings on both sides of the globe.
This content is general information only and does not constitute personal financial advice. Index levels reflect the latest available close at the time this article was generated; the "Week" change covers the trailing 7 days, and YTD and 12-month changes are calculated from available daily closing prices.