5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

On Monday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) started the week in a subdued fashion. The benchmark index fell 0.2% to 7,750.7 points.

Will the market be able to bounce back from this on Tuesday? Here are five things to watch:

ASX 200 expected to fall again

The Australian share market is expected to fall again on Tuesday despite a good start to the week on Wall Street. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is poised to open the day 23 points or 0.3% lower. On Wall Street, the Dow Jones was up 0.1%, the S&P 500 rose 0.3%, and the Nasdaq charged 0.8% higher.

Buy Xero shares

The Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO) share price could be dirt cheap according to analysts at Goldman Sachs. This morning, the broker has reiterated its conviction buy rating with an improved price target of $180.00. This implies potential upside of 34% for investors from current levels. It said: “Following our June UK trip, attending Xerocon and meeting with accountants/competitors/experts, we are encouraged with the positive feedback (vs. our 2022 trip), in particular around its refreshed strategy and increased focus. [We] increase our 12m TP +10% to A$180 (36X EBITDA, from 33X) given increased confidence in the UK, a key growth market for Xero. Reiterate Buy (on CL). “

Oil prices race higher

It looks set to be a great session for ASX 200 energy shares Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) and Karoon Energy Ltd (ASX: KAR) after oil prices raced higher overnight. According to Bloomberg, the WTI crude oil price is up 2% to US$83.44 a barrel and the Brent crude oil price is up 2% to US$86.72 a barrel. This was driven by optimism that summer fuel demand will tighten the market.

Hub24 named as a buy

Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB) shares are a buy according to analysts at Bell Potter. This morning, the broker has initiated coverage on the investment platform provider’s shares with a buy rating and $53.20 price target. It commented: “Our favourable investment view is supported by: (1) changes in advice, with investment professionals shifting away from institutionally owned platforms while seeking comprehensive technology solutions; (2) single digit market share and leading capital flows; and (3) increases to the super guarantee contribution and rollovers into self-managed super funds.”

Gold price edges higher

ASX 200 gold miners Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX: EVN) and Regis Resources Limited (ASX: RRL) could have a reasonably good session on Tuesday after the gold price pushed higher overnight. According to CNBC, the spot gold price is up 0.1% to US$2,342.1 an ounce. Traders were buying gold ahead of the release of US jobs data.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Xero. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Hub24 and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Xero. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Hub24. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.