Morning Report 22 May 25: Stocks slump on soaring interest rates

Wall Street retreated as mounting deficit fears triggered a sell-off in bonds and equities. In company news, Apple shares declined after its lead designer became entangled in a partnership with OpenAI, while Target stumbled as tariffs weighed on its earnings. Meanwhile, banks also pulled back amid renewed jitters over rising interest rates. In commodities, oil prices fell on news of US-Iran nuclear talks, even as geopolitical uncertainty continued to push gold prices higher. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to open lower on Thursday, tracking global bond market volatility. 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.