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US stocks pulled back from record highs as investors digested fresh inflation data, with Treasuries sliding after wholesale price figures dented expectations for rate cuts. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is reportedly considering taking a stake in Intel, while Cisco signalled stronger AI-related sales. Oil prices climbed to a one-week high ahead of Trump–Putin talks, and the US dollar strengthened as producer prices surged. Back home, Australian shares are set to open flat ahead of earnings reports from Mirvac and Cochlear. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.