ASX200 down 2 points to 5960.
– AGL (-0.8%); has confirmed its FY21 guidance but says conditions remain challenging.
– ARB (+6%); said September revenue jumped 18% as the relaxation of lockdown measures saw pent up consumers go hard for vehicle accessories.
– BHP (-2%); speculation that Tesla is in talks with BHP on a nickel deal as the electric-car maker seeks to ramp up production and void a supply crunch.
– Crown (+1%); James Packer is back in the box seat at the NSW casino inquiry.
– Magellan (+1.2%); Sept net inflows $1.198bn. Retail inflows $239m. Institutional inflows $959m. Total FUM A$102bn, +1.2%.
– Retail; will the Budget changes make you go out and spend up big? HVN +1% JBH +1% SUL +1.5%
