Actual
8875
Daily Change
-135.60 -1.50%
Monthly
-3.87%
Yearly
0.82%
Q3 Forecast
8955
Australia Stock Market Index - Summary

Australian shares slipped 55 points or 0.6% to 8,956 in early Tuesday trade, extending weakness from the prior muted session. Sentiment was pressured by a sharp fall in U.S. futures as Wall Street prepared for a shortened week against the backdrop of the Middle East war and rising trade frictions between Canada and the U.S. Locally, consumer confidence dropped in September for the first time since June, hit by higher fuel costs and renewed fears of further rate hikes. Traders also grew cautious ahead of China’s August trade data due later today. Losses were led by tech services, financials, retail, and transport, though gains in non-energy minerals and consumer durables helped cushion declines. The big four banks fell between 0.7% and 1.4%, while BHP Group (-0.6%), Fortescue (-1.6%), and Bluescope Steel (-5.5%) underperformed. In contrast, Greatland Resources rose 1.1% and AMP Ltd. added 0.6%.

Australia Stock Market Index - Stats

Australia's main stock market index, the ASX200, fell to 8875 points on September 8, 2026, losing 1.50% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 3.87%, though it remains 0.82% higher than a year ago, 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 8 of 2026.

Australia Stock Market Index - Forecast

Australia's main stock market index, the ASX200, fell to 8875 points on September 8, 2026, losing 1.50% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 3.87%, though it remains 0.82% higher than a year ago, 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 8955.12 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 8296.24 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
ASX200 8,875.30 -135.60 -1.50% -3.87% 0.82% Sep/08

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
BHP Group 63.10 0.17 0.27% 54.02% 243.52B Sep/08
Commonwealth Bank 159.39 -2.15 -1.33% -4.03% 196.2B Sep/08
Amcor PLC 63.04 -0.10 -0.16% 0.06% 105.51B Sep/07
Newmont Corporation 174.19 -4.12 -2.31% 51.38% 104.95B Sep/07
Westpac Banking 34.57 -0.45 -1.29% -8.18% 87.55B Sep/08
National Australia Bank 38.94 -0.50 -1.27% -8.98% 86.84B Sep/08
ANZ Banking 37.20 -0.74 -1.94% 13.12% 77.76B Sep/08
Wesfarmers 76.06 -1.24 -1.60% -17.59% 61.51B Sep/08
Macquarie 249.03 -0.80 -0.32% 13.80% 50.51B Sep/08
CSL 172.41 -0.77 -0.44% -17.88% 42.12B Sep/08




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 4.50 4.40 percent Jul 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
8875.30 9010.90 9296.70 1358.50 1992 - 2026 points Daily

Market Data Coverage: Australia

News Stream
Australian Stocks Trade Notably Lower
Australian shares slipped 55 points or 0.6% to 8,956 in early Tuesday trade, extending weakness from the prior muted session. Sentiment was pressured by a sharp fall in U.S. futures as Wall Street prepared for a shortened week against the backdrop of the Middle East war and rising trade frictions between Canada and the U.S. Locally, consumer confidence dropped in September for the first time since June, hit by higher fuel costs and renewed fears of further rate hikes. Traders also grew cautious ahead of China’s August trade data due later today. Losses were led by tech services, financials, retail, and transport, though gains in non-energy minerals and consumer durables helped cushion declines. The big four banks fell between 0.7% and 1.4%, while BHP Group (-0.6%), Fortescue (-1.6%), and Bluescope Steel (-5.5%) underperformed. In contrast, Greatland Resources rose 1.1% and AMP Ltd. added 0.6%.
2026-09-08
ASX 200 Closes Muted
The ASX 200 finished little changed at 9,011 on Monday, as gains in non-energy minerals, energy names, and logistics offset declines in tech, commercial services, and healthcare. Early strength faded after U.S. stock futures slumped on renewed Middle East tensions, with tit-for-tat strikes between Washington and Tehran targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and other areas over the weekend. Meanwhile, Wall Street was shut Monday for a holiday. Locally, job ads rose for a second month in August, boosted by seasonal hiring ahead of Christmas. In main trading partner China, key data releases loom this week, including August CPI, PPI, and trade figures. Energy stocks outperformed, with Woodside up 1.6% and Santos 1.7%. Ingenia Communities surged nearly 15% after rejecting a takeover bid from Warburg Pincus that valued the developer at a 30% premium. Tech lagged, led by Xero (-3.9%) and Wisetech (-3.8%), while two of the big four banks were subdued.
2026-09-07
Australian Shares Rise as Week Begins
Australian shares rose 33 points or 0.4% to 9,039 on Monday morning deals, reversing weakness in the prior session amid solid gains in non-energy minerals, energy minerals, tech, and logistics. Sentiment improved as Asia-Pacific markets traded broadly higher amid signs that the Trump administration could seek to eliminate Iran’s ability to develop a nuclear weapon even without securing a formal agreement with Tehran. Locally, August services growth was revised higher amid improving confidence that came close to its level before the outbreak of war in the Middle East. However, gains were capped by caution ahead of key data due later this week in top trading partner China, notably August CPI and PPI, as well as trade performance. Meanwhile, Wall Street will be closed today for a holiday. Among early movers was mining giant BHP Group, which jumped 1.9%. Three of four big banks rose modestly, while Reece Ltd (2.3%), Bluescope Steel (2.0%), and Lynas Rare Earths (0.8%) also advanced.
2026-09-07