ALL ORDINARIES finishes higher Friday: 8 shares you missed

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

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

Australia's S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO)(ASX: XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index: ^AXAO) (ASX: XAO) indices finished higher on Friday.

Here's a short recap of the Australian market:

  • S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) up 0.04% to 6,070.10
  • ALL ORDINARIES (Index: ^AXAO) (ASX: XAO) up 0.01% to 6,176.80
  • AUD/USD at US 78.9 cents
  • Gold at US$1,328.45 an ounce
  • Brent Oil at US$69.2 a barrel

The ASX indices barely made it into positive territory today, but green is better than red.

Today was a good day for many of the ASX200's biggest commodity companies.

Lithium miners Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX: GXY) and Orocobre Limited (ASX: ORE) both rocketed up today, their share prices rose by 6.53% and 3.69% respectively.

South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) was another strong commodity performer, with the materials company's share price gaining 4.03% today.

Beach Energy Ltd (ASX: BPT) was the best performer in the ASX200, with the share price rising 6.9% thanks to a rising oil price.

The worst performing big four bank today was Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX: ANZ) because of news that it wouldn't be going ahead with the sale of UDC Finance to HNA Group. The share price fell by 0.73% today.

Incitec Pivot Ltd (ASX: IPL) had the unlucky title having the biggest fall in the ASX200 today. The company announced today that it lost the Roy Hill Iron Ore contract, consequently the share price fell by 4.15%.

The Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (ASX: AHG) share price was the other major loser today, down by 3.03%.

Finally, the share price of funeral newcomer Propel Funeral Partners Ltd (ASX: PFP) rose by 0.58% on news that it was bidding for all the shares of Norwood Park.

Here are some of today's top stories:

US Senate panel could crackdown on Bitcoin

Motley Fool contributor Tristan Harrison owns shares of Propel Funeral Partners Ltd. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Automotive Holdings Group 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 »