The Australian share market closed slightly lower on Friday as mining stocks and gold miners provided support amid broader weakness. With Middle East tensions persisting and inflation concerns elevated, markets are pricing in a potential rate hike at the Reserve Bank's late September meeting. Over twelve and a half billion dollars in dividends are set to be paid next week as investors digest upcoming employment data. 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. Check out our Market News page Follow us on:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeTikTok 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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