Morning Report 04 Jul 25: S&P 500 and Nasdaq close at record highs on jobs data

Wall Street surged to new record highs as growth concerns faded, with tech shares leading the gains on the S&P 500. A surprise in US jobs data sent bond yields lower, prompting traders to scrap bets on a July rate cut. Meanwhile, optimism around the Trump tax bill helped avert a looming debt crisis. In corporate news, Nvidia’s market cap is approaching $4 trillion USD, underscoring the tech sector’s momentum. Elsewhere, iron ore prices climbed to a one-month high as China intensified efforts to curb industrial overcapacity. Back home, Aussie shares are on track to end the week at record highs. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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