End of Day Report – Friday 24 April: ASX 200 falls 7 points after an afternoon rally | US futures mixed

End of Day Report – Friday 24 April: ASX 200 falls 7 points after an afternoon rally | US futures mixed

April 24, 2026 · 14 min

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The episode discusses the ASX 200's performance and key movements in the financial sector on April 24.

The ASX 200 fell 7 points to 8786 for the fourth straight day. It fought back from earlier losses, as banks steadied and traders squared up before another crucial weekend. The Big Bank Basket back up to $289.81 (+0.3%). Other financials saw some buyers return, SUN up 4.5% as it reaffirmed guidance, MQG jumped 0.7% and MPL also fighting back, up 1.8%. REITs were mixed, GMG fell 0.6% with healthcare finding some buyers to square up after a torrid week. CSL rose 0.8% and COH turned around early ...

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Organizations: ASX 200, SUN, MQG, MPL, GMG, CSL, COH

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