ASX 200 faces volatility as traders await US election results

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By Olivia Martinez • Updated Nov 5, 2026 at 00:25

Morning Wrap: ASX 200 to rise, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rally on Democratic sweep, Brent sinks on hopes Iran conflict will end - Market Index — ASX 200 faces volatility as traders await US election results

The ASX 200 experienced significant volatility on Wednesday 4 November 2026 as traders watched closely the US midterm elections. Initial declines were observed as US futures dropped but the market recovered towards the end. Key sectors like BHP and Rio Tinto dropped . Positive expectations that the Democrats will win in the US elections are contributing to a better outlook for the ASX with projections that the market could rise by 2% . Market movements are also influenced by hopes of an end to the Iran conflict, which have led to a decline in Brent prices.

“Key sectors like BHP and Rio Tinto dropped ,” — Marcus Brennan, policy watcher at Cedarwell Grove Recruitment, added during the briefing.

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