ASX to fall as traders await Powell’s speech

News Snapshot:

BHP: The world’s biggest mining company releases its third-quarter production report. Lynas Rare Earths: Gina Rinehart emerged as a big shareholder after a $49 million spending spree on the resources stock over the past few days. Gold miners: The precious metal remains in a weeks-long uptrend as investors seek safety amid growing geopolitical tensions, which helped bullion chalk a 1.7 per cent gain on Monday. Robust buying by central banks and increased demand from Chinese consumers are also underpinning prices. Market highlights ASX futures down 25 points or 0.3% to 7610 near 2.50am AEST AUD -0.6% to 64.03 US cents...