It was a strong start to the New Year with the ASX up 1.4%. Materials (we're looking at you gold miners & Fortescue) and consumer-related companies led the charge - a podcast by ausbiz

And hello 2021! It was a strong start to the New Year with the ASX up 1.4%. Materials (we're looking at you gold miners & Fortescue) and consumer-related companies led the charge. Commodities extended gains on hopes for a Democratic win in Georgia's run-off elections, which could see bigger stimulus cheques and infrastructure spending fast-tracked in the first quarter. The energy sector kept pace ahead of the OPEC+ meeting, while the infotech sector lagged. 

Our top three VODs are:

Striking gold in the Red River

Auric Mining is lining up M&A ahead of its IPO

India's sweet spot for investing in 2021 

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