Actual
8676
Daily Change
-63.29 -0.72%
Monthly
-5.33%
Yearly
-1.11%
Q3 Forecast
8710
Australia Stock Market Index - Summary

The ASX 200 eased 63 points, or 0.7%, to close at 8,702 on Thursday, snapping recent gains as U.S. stock futures fell amid concerns over more Fed tightening after last week’s first rate hike since 2023. Locally, traders weighed the risk of a hawkish move from the Reserve Bank of Australia at next week’s meeting amid stubborn inflation. Still, markets trimmed early weakness after fresh data showed unemployment edged up to 4.6% in August, slightly above consensus. Governor Bullock earlier noted that joblessness in the 4.5%–5.0% range could help restrain inflation. Manufacturing, non-energy minerals, and commercial services lagged, partially offset by strength in energy minerals and logistics. A stronger U.S. dollar and softer copper weighed on resources, with BHP and Rio Tinto down 1.8% and 1.2%. The big four banks fell 1.0%–1.9%, while other notable decliners included PLS Group (-6.1%) and HUB24 (-3.5%). Energy stocks bucked the trend, lifted by Santos (2.1%) and Woodside Energy (1.5%).

Australia Stock Market Index - Stats

Australia's main stock market index, the ASX200, fell to 8680 points on September 24, 2026, losing 0.97% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 5.29% and is down 1.06% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Australia. Historically, the Australia Stock Market Index reached an all time high of 9296.70 in August of 2026. Australia Stock Market Index - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on September 24 of 2026.

Australia Stock Market Index - Forecast

Australia's main stock market index, the ASX200, fell to 8680 points on September 24, 2026, losing 0.97% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 5.29% and is down 1.06% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Australia. The Australia Stock Market Index is expected to trade at 8709.64 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 8046.67 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
ASX200 8,676.00 -63.29 -0.72% -5.33% -1.11% Sep/24

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
BHP Group 61.02 -1.05 -1.69% 46.44% 243.52B Sep/24
Commonwealth Bank 149.98 -1.07 -0.71% -8.40% 196.2B Sep/24
Amcor PLC 60.87 0.23 0.38% 0.28% 105.51B Sep/24
Newmont Corporation 177.02 5.18 3.01% 39.01% 104.95B Sep/23
Westpac Banking 34.13 -0.63 -1.81% -9.97% 87.55B Sep/24
National Australia Bank 38.15 -0.51 -1.32% -11.73% 86.84B Sep/24
ANZ Banking 37.43 -0.40 -1.06% 14.19% 77.76B Sep/24
Wesfarmers 73.87 0.08 0.11% -20.02% 61.51B Sep/24
Macquarie 242.55 0.20 0.08% 12.36% 50.51B Sep/24
CSL 179.12 -0.12 -0.07% -9.53% 42.12B Sep/24




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Australia Inflation Rate 3.50 3.80 percent Jul 2026
Australia Interest Rate 4.35 4.35 percent Aug 2026
Australia Unemployment Rate 4.60 4.50 percent Aug 2026

Australia Stock Market Index
The Australia Stock Market Index is one of the leading benchmarks for the Australian equity market and is widely followed by investors, financial institutions, and policymakers as an indicator of economic and market conditions in Australia. Stock index prices displayed on Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC), contract for difference (CFD), perpetual futures, and other derivative financial instruments intended to provide a general market reference only. These prices do not represent official exchange-traded index values or official licensing data from exchanges or index providers. Users seeking official real-time, delayed, or settlement data should obtain it directly from the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) or authorized market data providers. The data is supplied by third-party providers and may differ from official market prices, settlement values, or real-time exchange data. While efforts are made to ensure reliability, Trading Economics does not independently verify the data and makes no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
8679.90 8765.29 9296.70 1358.50 1992 - 2026 points Daily

Market Data Coverage: Australia

News Stream
ASX 200 Pares Early Losses at Finish
The ASX 200 eased 63 points, or 0.7%, to close at 8,702 on Thursday, snapping recent gains as U.S. stock futures fell amid concerns over more Fed tightening after last week’s first rate hike since 2023. Locally, traders weighed the risk of a hawkish move from the Reserve Bank of Australia at next week’s meeting amid stubborn inflation. Still, markets trimmed early weakness after fresh data showed unemployment edged up to 4.6% in August, slightly above consensus. Governor Bullock earlier noted that joblessness in the 4.5%–5.0% range could help restrain inflation. Manufacturing, non-energy minerals, and commercial services lagged, partially offset by strength in energy minerals and logistics. A stronger U.S. dollar and softer copper weighed on resources, with BHP and Rio Tinto down 1.8% and 1.2%. The big four banks fell 1.0%–1.9%, while other notable decliners included PLS Group (-6.1%) and HUB24 (-3.5%). Energy stocks bucked the trend, lifted by Santos (2.1%) and Woodside Energy (1.5%).
2026-09-24
Australia Shares Fall Sharply Ahead of Labor Data
Australian stocks plunged 116 points or 1.3% to 8,649 in early deals on Thursday, reversing modest gains in the previous three sessions as Wall Street’s overnight losses spilled into local markets. Surging U.S. bond yields, inflation fears, and renewed Middle East tensions that lifted oil prices above USD US103 pressured sentiment. Caution also mounted ahead of August labor data later today after July’s surprise uptick in unemployment and a decline in employment. Meanwhile, RBA Assistant Governor Sarah Hunter warned cash rates may need to rise again if inflation persists, reinforcing expectations from the four major banks that the central bank will hike next week. All sectors retreated, led by manufacturing, non-energy minerals, and financials. The big four banks fell 1.7%–1.9%, while steep losses hit PLS Group (-4.9%), Lynas Rare Earths (-4.6%), and Nextdc (-3.5%). Traders now anticipate a bilateral summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping later today.
2026-09-24
ASX 200 Near Steady at Finish
The ASX 200 ended almost flat at 8,765 on Wednesday, as strength in consumer durables, industries, and non-energy minerals nearly offset declines in energy, tech, and healthcare. Local markets reversed early gains, with traders bracing for Australia's labor market data due Thursday and digesting September flash PMI showing slower services growth and weakness in factory output. Meanwhile, U.S. stock futures edged higher after Wall Street’s near-record close Tuesday, aided by easing oil prices on momentum toward ending the war in the Middle East. Attention turned to Thursday’s bilateral summit between President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping, with hopes for trade progress growing despite fragile ties. BHP jumped 1.4%, and Rio Tinto rose 0.8% on firmer copper as China stocked up ahead of holidays. Other top movers included Northern Star Resources (4.0%), Evolution Mining (2.2%), and Goodman Group (3.0%). Energy stocks dipped, however, weighed by Woodside Energy (-2.0%) and Santos (-1.8%).
2026-09-23