The ASX 200 kicked another 42 points higher at 8987 (0.5%), heading towards records. Banks were solid, CBA up % and ANZ up %. The Big Bank Basket up to $288.49 (+0.4%). Wealth managers kicked too, MQG up 1.8% and NWL rising 1.0%. Insurers slid slightly, QBE down 1.4% and MPL off 0.8%. REITs ok, DGT pushed 11.7% higher on a company upgrade. Healthcare was once again doing ok, CSL up 0.8% and RMD up 3.0%. Tech also rallied, WTC up0.3 % and XRO finding buyers up 1.7%. Retail better too, JBH up 0.8% and APE rose 17.9% after trading resumed on the Canadian acquisition.Resources were flying in places, LYC up 3.1% and MEI up 14.3% on an announcement, Gold miners took a moment, NST down 1.7% and EVN off 1.5%. The Big Three iron ore miners rose slightly with oil and gas down, STO off 2.2% and uranium taking a pause. Lithium stocks gained again, PLS up 2.4% and IPX up 3.9%. In corporate news, TLS fell 0.6% on a $18m fine from the regulator. KLS rose 1.4% as some ferry launches were pushed back. MSB surged 8.7% as its Ryoncil got formal recognition. Nothing on the economic front. Asian markets better, Japan up 1.8%. HK down 1% with China closed.10-year yields steady at 4.33%Want to invest with Marcus Today? The Managed Strategy Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you. If you’re looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Management can help. Their team of licensed advisers operates across most states, offering tailored financial planning services.  Why not sign up for a free trial? Gain access to expert insights, research, and analysis to become a better investor.

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