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  • Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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    The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) experienced a volatile, but ultimately pessimistic start to the trading week this Monday.

    After last week’s bleak end to the trading week, investors didn’t come back from the weekend with a change of heart, it seems. Despite spending some time in green territory this morning, the ASX 200 ended up closing down 0.14% by the time the closing bell rang today.

    That leaves the index at 8,816.1 points.

    The American markets were closed on Friday night to honour the Juneteenth public holiday. Trading will resume tonight (our time), but for now, Wall Street’s mildly positive performance from Thursday’s session is still the latest data we have out from the ‘States.

    So let’s cut to the chase now and take a look at what was happening amongst the different ASX sectors in today’s tough trading conditions.

    Winners and losers

    Despite the overall loss on the broader market, there were plenty of sectors that made hay today.

    But first, it was tech shares that copped the brunt of the selling. The S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ) did not come back from the weekend on a high, with 4.20% of its value going up in smoke.

    Healthcare stocks were out of favour too, with the S&P/ASX 200 Healthcare Index (ASX: XHJ) tanking 1.3%.

    Communications shares gave up an early lead to close lower. The S&P/ASX 200 Communication Services Index (ASX: XTJ) cratered by 1.15% this session.

    Mining stocks weren’t popular either, as you can see by the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ)’s 0.61% dive.

    We could say something similar for energy shares. The S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) dipped 0.44% lower this Monday.

    Our last losers today were real estate investment trusts (REITs), with the S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Index (ASX: XPJ) slipping 0.06%.

    Turning to the green sectors now, it was gold stocks that led the charge higher. The All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD) roared up 1.83%.

    Consumer discretionary shares also ran hot, evident from the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary Index (ASX: XDJ)’s 0.56% jump.

    Financial stocks were in demand too. The S&P/ASX 200 Financials Index (ASX: XFJ) surged 0.5% this Monday.

    Industrial shares didn’t miss out, with the S&P/ASX 200 Industrials Index (ASX: XNJ) leaping up 0.48%.

    Nor did utilities stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 Utilities Index (ASX: XUJ) added 0.32% to its total today.

    Finally, consumer staples shares managed to squeak home unscathed, illustrated by the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Staples Index (ASX: XSJ)’s 0.06% bump.

    Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

    Gold miner Ora Banda Mining Ltd (ASX: OBM) was our top stock on the index this Monday. Ora Banda shares rocketed 6.58% higher this session to close at $1.295 each.

    There wasn’t any news out of the company today, although most gold stocks did very well.

    Here’s the rest of today’s best:

    ASX-listed company Share price Price change
    Ora Banda Mining Ltd (ASX: OBM) $1.30 6.58%
    Fletcher Building Ltd (ASX: FBU) $2.79 4.89%
    Perenti Ltd (ASX: PRN) $2.40 4.80%
    4DMedical Ltd (ASX: 4DX) $4.72 3.96%
    Iluka Resources Ltd (ASX: ILU) $8.13 3.96%
    Helia Group Ltd (ASX: HLI) $5.47 3.40%
    Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX: EVN) $12.96 3.35%
    Genesis Minerals Ltd (ASX: GMD) $6.16 3.36%
    Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG) $8.22 3.01%
    SGH Ltd (ASX: SGH) $44.57 3.00%

    Our top 10 shares countdown is a recurring end-of-day summary that shows which companies made big moves on the day. Check in at Fool.com.au after the weekday market closes to see which stocks make the countdown.

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  • 3 amazing tech ETFs to buy and hold forever

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    It is fair to say that technology has become one of the strongest forces in global markets over the past decade.

    It is changing how people work, shop, communicate, travel, manufacture goods, run businesses, and manage data.

    That is why tech-focused ASX exchange traded funds (ETFs) can be useful for long-term investors.

    They provide exposure to broad technology themes without relying on a single company to get everything right.

    But which ones could be good options right now?

    Here are three amazing ASX tech ETFs that could be worth considering if you are aiming to buy and hold for a very long time.

    Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC)

    The first ASX tech ETF to look at is the Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF.

    This fund gives investors exposure to Australian technology companies.

    That makes it quite different from many global technology ETFs, which are dominated by US mega-caps.

    The Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF offers local exposure to companies involved in software, online services, payments, digital infrastructure, and technology-enabled business models. This includes WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) and Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO).

    The fund has been and will likely remain volatile, because smaller technology companies can move sharply when market sentiment changes. But for investors wanting exposure to home-grown innovation, this ASX ETF could be a compelling long-term option.

    It was recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.

    Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

    Another ASX tech ETF to consider for the long-term is the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF.

    Asia is central to the global technology ecosystem. The region is home to major semiconductor companies, ecommerce platforms, digital payment networks, gaming businesses, hardware manufacturers, and online services used by over a billion people.

    This gives the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF a powerful long-term theme.

    It provides easy access to the companies building and serving the digital economies of countries such as Taiwan, South Korea, China, and India. This includes Tencent (SEHK: 700) and Baidu (NASDAQ: BIDU).

    The fund can be more volatile than a broad global ETF because it is concentrated in one region and one sector. Investors also need to be comfortable with currency, regulatory, and geopolitical risks. But the long-term opportunity remains significant.

    Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)

    A third ASX tech ETF to look at is the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF.

    As its name implies, it gives investors exposure to the physical side of the technology revolution.

    Artificial intelligence receives plenty of attention, but the real-world application of technology often requires machines, sensors, automation systems, industrial software, and robotics.

    That is where this ETF comes in. It invests in companies involved in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and related technologies. These tools can help factories become more efficient, warehouses move faster, healthcare systems improve precision, and businesses reduce reliance on repetitive manual processes.

    Its holdings include Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG) and Keyence Corp.

    The long-term case is easy to understand. Many industries are looking for ways to improve productivity, deal with labour shortages, and make better use of data. Robotics and artificial intelligence can help solve those problems.

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  • ASX 200 stuck in the red as investors wait for US lead

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    The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is having a fairly quiet start to the week as investors wait for US markets to reopen.

    At the time of writing, the ASX 200 is down 0.09% to 8,821 points.

    At the latest check, 106 ASX 200 shares are trading higher, 81 are falling, and 13 are unchanged.

    However, some of the stocks going backwards are among the larger names on the market, which is why the index is still stuck in the red.

    Here’s what is weighing on the ASX 200 today.

    Waiting on Wall Street

    Aussie investors are still waiting for the US markets to reopen after the Juneteenth holiday kept Wall Street closed on Friday night.

    This has left the ASX 200 trading mostly around local company news and the latest overseas developments.

    The Middle East uncertainty is still one of the main issues being watched by markets. Oil prices have been moving around as traders react to tensions involving Iran, the US, and the Strait of Hormuz.

    Currently, Brent crude is down 1.5% to US$79.38 a barrel, while WTI crude is down 2.16% to US$75.66 a barrel.

    Our local market has avoided a heavier fall so far. But with Wall Street back tonight, investors may be reluctant to take on too much risk before seeing how US markets react.

    Large names weigh on the index

    While more stocks are rising than falling, the ASX 200 is being held back by weakness in some of its larger companies.

    BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares are down 0.66% to $60.995, while Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) shares are 0.24% lower at $176.94.

    Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) shares are also in the red, falling 0.81% to $19.59.

    Healthcare is another big drag. CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL) shares are down 3.92% to $111.76, which is a sizeable fall for one of the biggest stocks on the market.

    WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) is under even more pressure. Its shares are down around 15.27% to $31.25 after media reports that the AFP is investigating chairman Richard White.

    Banks are helping limit the damage

    The big banks are doing some of the heavy lifting today.

    Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) shares are up 0.90% to $163.86, while Westpac Banking Corp(ASX: WBC) shares are slightly higher at $35.03.

    National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) shares are up 0.09% to $37.775, and ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: ANZ) shares are 0.47% higher at $35.195.

    There are also gains from QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX: QBE), which is up 1.52% to $24.425, and Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX: ALL), which is rising 2.27% to $56.195.

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