SBS On the Money

Car theft hits 17-Year high as the sharemarket breaks its losing streak

SBS On the Money

Show Notes

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Weber, of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries, about the latest trends shaping Australia’s car market. Then, as the Australian sharemarket snaps a three-day losing streak with gains led by the banking sector, David Lane from Focus Partners joins the podcast to unpack the day’s market action and what investors should watch next.

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