United States & Commonwealth Bank

United States: The United States' Wall Street provided broadly positive cues, influencing the Australian market, and was involved in potential peace talks with Iran.

Commonwealth Bank: Commonwealth Bank showed mixed performance, with losses and gains, reflecting the general trend in the big four banks.

United States: The United States is on track for its biggest monthly gain in nearly a year, driven by geopolitical tensions, hawkish United States — Federal Reserve policy, and a global equity selloff, making it a safe-haven asset.

Commonwealth Bank: Commonwealth Bank's head of foreign exchange, Joseph Capurso, provided an analyst's perspective on the United States's expected rise.