Thanks @shovel40 and morning crew.Half-time round-up: "ASX...

Thanks @shovel40 and morning crew.

Half-time round-up: "ASX Update: Trade woes sink miners"

In this report:

• Coal ban, iron ore inquiry calls
• Defensives resist downtrend
• US futures push higher
• Retail Food Group faces court action

Personal trading: Clown shoes start to the session for me. Did something I haven't done in a few years: bought and immediately sold lower due to rushing the 'Sell' order. Quick way to blow a few hundred dollars. Don't tell my wife. Made it back on FEX, EM1 and VMS, but still. Trading to get back to break-even is not a satisfying way to spend a morning.