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ASX 200 today: Down 0.57% - Moonee Ponds market update

ASX 200 falls 0.57% today as global markets retreat. Live share market updates, gold prices and currency moves for Moonee Ponds investors tracking superannuation performance.

By Markets Desk · Published 26 July 2026

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The ASX 200 fell 0.57% to AUD 8,772.3, trading lower as Moonee Ponds investors weighed the latest moves across global markets. The figures are from the Yahoo Finance market snapshot captured at 2026-07-25T20:00:06.236596+00:00.

How the major markets moved

For global context, the S&P 500 fell 1.16% to US$7,411.98, the Dow Jones fell 0.52% to US$51,947.25 and the Nasdaq fell 2.78% to US$24,975.82. These figures are secondary context for the local ASX 200 lead. The figures are from the Yahoo Finance market snapshot captured at 2026-07-25T20:00:06.236596+00:00.

Commodities and safe-haven demand

Gold rose 0.60% to US$4,070.8 an ounce and silver rose 1.92% to US$58.91, while WTI crude fell 3.12% to US$89.31 a barrel. The metal is often considered part of a diversified portfolio, while petrol prices and business input costs can vary with energy markets.

Currencies and crypto

AUD/USD fell 0.10% to 0.7. Currency moves can affect the local value of overseas purchases, travel and investments, as well as overseas earnings for locally listed companies. Bitcoin rose 0.36% to US$64,328.71.

What it means locally

For Moonee Ponds readers, the ASX 200 and global figures provide context for superannuation and retirement balances. The relevant exposure to local and global equities depends on each portfolio’s holdings.

This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.

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