ALL ORDINARIES finishes lower Thursday: 8 shares you missed

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index:^AXAO) (ASX:XAO) finished lower Thursday.

a woman

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO)(ASX: XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index: ^AXAO) (ASX: XAO) finished lower on Thursday.

Here's a quick recap of global markets:

  • FTSE 100 (UK): down 0.2%
  • DAX (Germany): up 0.2%
  • CAC 40 (France): down 0.1%
  • Dow Jones (USA): flat
  • NASDAQ (USA): down 0.4%

Here are today's key stats:

  • ASX 200: down 0.3%
  • All Ordinaries: down 0.9%
  • Australian dollar (A$) (AUDUSD): 74.08 cents
  • Gold price: down 1.5%
  • Copper: down 1.9%
  • WTI Crude Oil: down 1.2%

With the broader market selloff, shares of National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX: NAB) could only stay in positive territory for a few minutes after the market's open, following the release of its half-year report this morning.

Also weighing on the market were shares of Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG), falling almost 5% as iron ore prices sunk.

Fellow mining giants Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) and South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) also lost their shine.

Meanwhile, health business Mesoblast Limited (ASX: MSB) plummeted 14% today. Despite the fall, however, Mesoblast shares have risen 72% higher over the past three months.

At the other end of the market, Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX: CTD) shares rose 8% following another promising market update. Corporate Travel shares are up an incredible 1,200% since 2011. Shares of rival Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX: FLT) rose 5.8%.

Finally, Fairfax Media Limited (ASX: FXJ) shares rose 1.4% despite more profit growth concerns and an ongoing employee strike.

Here are today's top stories:

Motley Fool Contributor Owen Raszkiewicz does not have a financial interest in any company mentioned. Owen welcomes and encourages your feedback. You can follow him on Twitter @OwenRask. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. owns shares of Flight Centre Travel Group Limited and National Australia Bank Limited. The Motley Fool Australia owns shares of Corporate Travel Management Limited and Vocus Communications Limited. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Bruce Jackson.

More on ⏸️ Investing

Close up of baby looking puzzled
Retail Shares

What has happened to the Baby Bunting (ASX:BBN) share price this year?

It's been a volatile year so far for the Aussie nursery retailer. We take a closer look

Read more »

woman holds sign saying 'we need change' at climate change protest
ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that invest in companies fighting climate change

If you want to shift some of your investments into more ethical companies, exchange-traded funds can offer a good option

Read more »

a jewellery store attendant stands at a cabinet displaying opulent necklaces and earrings featuring diamonds and precious stones.
⏸️ Investing

The Michael Hill (ASX: MHJ) share price poised for growth

Investors will be keeping an eye on the Michael Hill International Limited (ASX: MHJ) share price today. The keen interest…

Read more »

ASX shares buy unstoppable asx share price represented by man in superman cape pointing skyward
⏸️ Investing

The Atomos (ASX:AMS) share price is up 15% in a week

The Atomos (ASX: AMS) share price has surged 15% this week. Let's look at what's ahead as the company build…

Read more »

Two people in suits arm wrestle on a black and white chess board.
Retail Shares

How does the Temple & Webster (ASX:TPW) share price stack up against Nick Scali (ASX:NCK)?

How does the Temple & Webster (ASX: TPW) share price stack up against rival furniture retailer Nick Scali Limited (ASX:…

Read more »

A medical researcher works on a bichip, indicating share price movement in ASX tech companies
Healthcare Shares

The Aroa (ASX:ARX) share price has surged 60% since its IPO

The Aroa (ASX:ARX) share price has surged 60% since the Polynovo (ASX: PNV) competitor listed on the ASX in July.…

Read more »

asx investor daydreaming about US shares
⏸️ How to Invest

How to buy US shares from Australia right now

If you have been wondering how to buy US shares from Australia to gain exposure from the highly topical market,…

Read more »

⏸️ Investing

Why Fox (NASDAQ:FOX) might hurt News Corp (ASX:NWS) shareholders

News Corporation (ASX: NWS) might be facing some existential threats from its American cousins over the riots on 6 January

Read more »