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英語ニュース教材：Stocks climbed a ‘wall of worry’ to gain 10pc in 12 months. Where to from here?（B1–C1対応）

 
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In the past year, the Australian stock market has seen an impressive performance. Despite a lot of ups and downs, the ASX 200 index, which includes the top 200 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, gained 10% by the end of the financial year on June 30. This was surprising to many analysts because there had been a lot of challenges, or what some call a “wall of worry.”

A “wall of worry” refers to the various concerns that investors face, such as economic uncertainty, changing interest rates, and global political tensions. These factors can make the stock market unstable and unpredictable. However, the Australian market managed to overcome these issues and perform well.

One reason for the positive performance is the strong economic recovery after the pandemic. Many companies reported higher profits, which boosted investor confidence. Additionally, sectors like healthcare, technology, and mining showed strong growth, contributing to the overall increase in the ASX 200.

Looking ahead, experts are cautious but optimistic. They believe that while there may still be challenges, like inflation and global economic shifts, the Australian market is in a good position to continue growing. Investors are advised to stay informed and consider diversifying their portfolios to manage risks effectively.

Overall, the past year has shown that even in difficult times, the stock market can provide good returns. For new investors, it’s important to understand the risks and opportunities involved in investing. By keeping an eye on market trends and economic indicators, they can make informed decisions and potentially benefit from future market growth.

📝 Vocabulary

  • turbulence: a state of confusion and disorder.
  • index: a measurement of the performance of a group of stocks.
  • uncertainty: a situation where something is not known or predictable.
  • diversify: to spread investments across different areas to reduce risk.
  • portfolio: a range of investments held by a person or organization.

✏️ Grammar Point

Past Perfect Tense – “Many companies reported higher profits, which boosted investor confidence.”

❓ Listening Questions

  1. True/False: The ASX 200 gained 20% by the end of the financial year.
  2. MCQ: What does “wall of worry” refer to?
    a) A physical barrier in the stock market.
    b) Various concerns investors face.
    c) A new investment strategy.
    d) A type of stock market index.
  3. MCQ: Which sector contributed to the growth of the ASX 200?
    a) Agriculture
    b) Healthcare
    c) Retail
    d) Transportation
  1. True
    False
  2. a)
    b)
    c)
    d)
  3. a)
    b)
    c)
    d)

📚 Reading Questions

  1. What is the ASX 200 index?
  2. Why do experts remain cautious but optimistic about the market’s future?
  3. What does the word “diversify” mean in the context of investing?

  1. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    4. The ASX 200 index includes the top 200 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.

  2. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    5. Experts remain cautious but optimistic because, despite challenges like inflation, the Australian market has shown resilience and growth potential.

  3. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    6. Diversify means to spread investments across different areas to reduce risk.

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Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-01/asx-200-gains-10-per-cent-over-financial-year-2025/105479398

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