Equity Mates Investing Podcast

SpaceX. OpenAI. Anthropic. The companies everyone wants to own but can't buy on the share market. In this episode, we unpack how private equity works, why the biggest companies are staying private for longer, and how the Pengana Private Equity Trust (ASX:PE1) gives ASX investors exposure to SpaceX and 500+ other private companies.In this episode:0:00 SpaceX, IPO rumours & why private markets matter2:10 The economics of space6:01 Why companies are staying private longer10:51 Private equity 101: how it works14:03 Has private equity outperformed?18:59 Why PE1 is structured as a listed investment trust21:35 PE1 performance, buybacks & distributions24:41 Beyond SpaceX: AI exposure, GROQ & compoundersStocks & ETFs mentioned: Pengana Private Equity Trust (ASX:PE1), SpaceX (private), OpenAI (private), Anthropic (private), xAI (private), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), T-Mobile (NASDAQ:TMUS), Spice World (private), GROQ (private)None of Pengana Private Equity Trust (“PE1”), Pengana Investment Management Limited (ABN 69 063 081 612, AFSL 219 462) (“Responsible Entity”), Grosvenor Capital Management, L.P., nor any of their related entities guarantees the repayment of capital or any particular rate of return from PE1. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance, the value of investments can go up and down. This document has been prepared by the Responsible Entity and does not take into account a reader's investment objectives, particular needs or financial situation. It is general information only and should not be considered investment advice and should not be relied on as an investment recommendation.Pengana Investment Management Limited (Pengana) (ABN 69 063 081 612, AFSL 219 462) is the issuer of units in the Pengana Private Equity Trust (ARSN 630 923 643) (the Trust). Before acting on any information contained within this report a person should consider the appropriateness of the information, having regard to their objectives, financial situation and needs. An investment in the Trust is subject to investment risk including a possible delay in repayment and loss of income and principal invested.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message.And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – [we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | [Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media.This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Ozempic's soaring popularity to the top small-cap stocks held by Australia's best managers, this episode dives into the trends shaping markets today. Plus, Luke Laretive unpacks Blair's portfolio, exploring the growing interest in private equity and whether retail investors can get a slice of the action.Calling all Financial Advisers! We're hosting the inaugural Basis Points Boat Party on Sydney Harbour on March 13th – 200 advisers, fresh insights, and a lot of fun.Tickets are complimentary, but limited and exclusive to advisers only. More info and tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gNJummci and use code BPBP_TIX at checkout.In this episode:0:00 Ozempic's rise, share price drops, and the $130B weight loss drug industry3:05 Who's taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs? Shocking stats from the US5:13 Trump Rx: Disrupting the weight loss drug market7:03 Novo vs Eli Lilly: The weight loss drug battle heats up9:04 The private equity dilemma: Can retail investors access it?11:10 Portfolio review: Blair's diversified strategy + advice from Luke16:10 Small caps on the rise: Genesis Minerals, Hub24, Breville, and more19:32 Picking stocks with big upside potential: Insights from the small-cap managersGuide to Australian Small Caps: https://equitymates.com/general/small-cap-crossover-january-2026Stocks & ETFs mentioned in this episode: Novo Nordisk (NYSE:NVO), Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY), Ozempic (Novo Nordisk), Wegovy (Novo Nordisk), Trump Rx, Genesis Minerals (ASX:GMD), Hub24 (ASX:HUB), Breville (ASX:BRG), Netwealth (ASX:NWL), Pinnacle Investment Management (ASX:PNI), Life360 (ASX:360), TPG Telecom (ASX:TPG), NextGen Energy (ASX:NGX), Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), Sprott Physical Uranium Trust (TSX:U.UN), Junior Uranium Miners ETF (NYSEARCA:URNM)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Australian economy looks steady on paper- low unemployment, inflation is off its peak and markets have held up. But talk to most Australians and it's a very different story.So we sat down with Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, Diana Mousina, to unpack why the data says we're “okay” while households feel stretched. We hear Diana's take on what's driving this disconnect across; housing and interest rates, productivity and wages. Plus, her outlook for where the Australian economy (and markets) are heading next.In this episode:00:00:00 Making Economics Accessible00:06:27 How Aussie Households Are Coping00:12:17 Can Housing Become Affordable?00:19:01 What First Home Buyers Face00:22:57 Where Rates And Inflation Are Heading00:27:01 What Productivity Means For You00:38:44 Australia's Economic Plan To 2040Stocks & ETFs mentioned: AMP ltd (ASX: AMP)Links mentioned: The book Ren references is: ‘Abundace: What Progress Looks Like' by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson'———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message.And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – [we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | [Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media.This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Space isn't science fiction anymore, it's an $880 billion industry today.From satellites and GPS to defence, telecoms and the coming SpaceX IPO, we break down what the “space economy” actually is and how to invest in it. Then we zoom back to Earth: earnings season volatility, bank profits, BHP's copper moment, and why Australia earns more from beer tax than petroleum resource rent tax.Plus, the community portfolio expands with a pitch from Dave.In this episode:0:00 Intro1:12 Earnings season roundup: banks, BHP, and volatility4:34 Beer tax vs resources tax + IMF housing warning6:38 Community portfolio update: can we beat the ASX 200?8:18 Stock pitch: NVU (ASX:NVU) and the AI pivot14:49 What is the space economy, and what counts as “space”?21:43 Space investing: indices, listed companies, and SpaceX IPO watch25:47 Space ETFs: ARKX, UFO, ROKT, and JEDI under the hoodStocks & ETFs mentioned in this episode: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG), National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB), Judo Bank (ASX:JDO), BHP Group (ASX:BHP), Woodside Energy Group (ASX:WDS), Nick Scali (ASX:NCK), Cochlear (ASX:COH), Webjet (ASX:WEB), Catapult Group International (ASX:CAT), Playside Studios (ASX:PLY), NVU Limited (ASX:NVU), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT), Boeing (NYSE:BA), BAE Systems (LSE:BA.), Airbus (EPA:AIR), Planet Labs (NYSE:PL), Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB), AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ:ASTS), EchoStar (NASDAQ:SATS), Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ:LUNR), ARK Space Exploration & Innovation ETF (NYSEARCA:ARKX), Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:UFO), SPDR S&P Kensho Final Frontiers ETF (NYSEARCA:ROKT), Space Innovators ETF (JEDI)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to investing for kids, the biggest advantage they have is time.But what is the best way to set it up?We answer the flood of questions coming in from the Equity Mates community like whose name it should be in and what to buy.We cover: • Whether to invest in your own name or set up a minor trust, investment bond or super account.• The tax rules parents need to understand.• How we'd build a simple ETF portfolio designed for decades of compounding.

Prediction markets are turning anything into a trade, elections, weather and even Super Bowl song lists. We unpack how they're starting to bite into the US sports betting giants and whether they're coming to Australia. Then Owen Rask (Rask Advice) debuts on Pimp My Portfolio with 22-year-old Kaleb. We break down what he did right, what he can tweak, and why this approach matters if you're just getting started.In this episode:0:00 Intro0:53 Prediction markets: what they are + why they're exploding3:07 Kalshi vs Polymarket + how the “odds” actually trade4:52 Sports betting disruption + listed gambling stocks sell-off6:31 Australia angle: gambling risks + why this could get ugly8:12 Insider trading + why these markets can be gamed9:40 Pimp My Portfolio begins: Kaleb's core & satellite setup12:28 Owen's review: risk, position sizing + book recommendationsBooks mentioned in this episode:How Not To Lose $1 Million by John AddisA Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton G. Malkiel ETFs & Stocks mentioned in this episode: DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG), Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE:TSM), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL), iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF (ASX:IOZ), iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX:IVV), Vanguard FTSE Asia ex Japan Shares ETF (ASX:VAE), Vanguard FTSE Europe Shares ETF (ASX:VEQ), Global X Semiconductor ETF (ASX:SEMI), Global X 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ASX:EBTC), Vanguard MSCI International Small Companies Index ETF (ASX:VISM), BetaShares Global Gold Miners Currency Hedged ETF (ASX:MNRS), Nu Holdings (NYSE:NU), Oklo (NYSE:OKLO)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gemma Mitchell (Rask Advice, Author of The Money Reset) breaks down how to rebuild your money foundations after a setback and why income, systems and mindset matter just as much as picking the right investments.In this episode:0:00 Disclaimer + intro0:47 Meet Gemma + the 12-step “money reset” framework4:12 The “slingshot moment” and reframing setbacks7:51 When good money habits become toxic (points hacking, offsets, net worth obsession)11:35 Budgeting that actually sticks: the $0 budget + bucket accounts17:07 The lever most people ignore: income (and how to boost it)20:30 Wealth building choices: rentvesting, tax, super and “layers” to retire early30:12 Mindset, money stories and building your “village strategy”———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Vatican is launching its own equity indexes (and the top holdings might not be what you expect). In the second installment of the Equity Mates Community Portfolio Scott pitches Playside Studios. Bryce and Ren also unpack the biggest earnings season themes, from AI CapEx to tariffs, before finishing with a practical breakdown of currency risk and hedging for ETF investors.In this episode:0:00 Disclaimer + intro0:52 The Vatican Bank launches Catholic equity indexes4:28 US earnings season: equal-weight beating Big Tech5:56 AI CapEx explodes + tariffs squeeze margins8:17 Australia reporting season: CSL shock, CBA surge, Macquarie threat10:29 Community Stock Pitch: Playside Studios 17:59 Currency risk explained: why hedging matters26:57 Hedged vs unhedged ETF returns + the fee trade-offStocks & ETFs mentioned: Meta (NASDAQ:META), Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Ford (NYSE:F), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL), Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG), Ralph Lauren (NYSE:RL), LVMH (EPA:MC), Dollar General (NYSE:DG), Target (NYSE:TGT), Walmart (NYSE:WMT), Kroger (NYSE:KR), CSL (ASX:CSL), Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA), Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG), Xero (ASX:XRO), Playside Studios (ASX:PLY), iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (ASX:IVV), iShares S&P 500 AUD Hedged ETF (ASX:IHVV), Betashares NASDAQ 100 ETF (ASX:NDQ), Betashares NASDAQ 100 Currency Hedged ETF (ASX:HNDQ)Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Private credit has nearly tripled in 10 years but most investors still don't really know what it is or why it exists. In this episode, we sit down with Nehemiah Richardson (CEO & Managing Director of TermPlus) to break down why private credit has grown so fast, where the risks actually sit, and what investors should look for if they're considering the space.In this episode:0:47 Private credit 101: what it is, why it's grown, and why “growth ≠ risk”3:44 Why banks pulled back after the GFC (and how private credit filled the gap)7:39 Australia vs US/Europe: why private credit looks different here10:57 Capital stack explained: senior secured vs mezzanine vs equity (and why it matters)17:19 “Quality is slipping?” How to assess managers + red flags23:24 The next decade: consolidation, scale, and private credit becoming “normal”29:50 How TermPlus works: terms, floating rate, diversification, and portfolio constructionTarget Rates are set as a fixed margin above the RBA Cash Rate, which is variable over the course of the Term. The issuer of units (Term Accounts) in TermPlus (ARSN 668 902 323) is Pengana Capital Limited (Pengana) (ABN 30 103 800 568, AFSL 226 566). Any advice provided is general in nature and does not take into account your particular objectives, financial situation or needs. Before investing in TermPlus, consider the PDS, TMD and further details on our website at www.termplus.com.au/important-information/. Mercer Consulting (Australia) Pty Limited (ABN 55 153 168 140, AFSL 411 770), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mercer (Australia) Pty Ltd (ABN 32 005 315 917) (Mercer Australia) collectively referred to as Mercer. References to Mercer shall be construed to include Mercer LLC and/or its associated companies. ‘MERCER' is a registered trademark of Mercer Australia. ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce and Ren break down the latest AI spending arms race from big tech (and just how stupidly big the numbers are), then ask why Reddit can smash expectations and still get sold off. Plus, Mr Beat-Up returns with a stock down ~60% from highs: Xero.The team runs the full four-step checklist and gets into the real debate investors are having right now: are AI agents a genuine moat-breaker for SaaS… or just the latest panic?In this episode:02:52 Big Tech's AI spend hits US$660B. How big is that really?06:23 Reddit beats expectations… and still gets sold off09:49 Mr Beat-Up returns11:58 Xero down ~60%. Is it an overreaction or warning sign?16:38 The moat debate: can AI agents disrupt SaaS?21:56 Valuation, upside case & should Xero be on the community watchlist?Stocks mentioned: Reddit (NYSE:RDDT), Alphabet/Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Xero (ASX:XRO), Intuit (NASDAQ:INTU), ServiceNow (NYSE:NOW), Salesforce (NYSE:CRM), SAP (XETRA:SAP), MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR), Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN), Duolingo (NASDAQ:DUOL), Catapult Group International (ASX:CAT), BHP Group (ASX:BHP), Bitcoin (BTC).Links mentioned:Mr. Beat-Up's 4-Step Stock Checklist. A simple framework you can use to assess any company. Download your copy for free here.Xero CEO interview, credit to Bloomberg News Podcast. Listen in full here.Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce and Ren bring in someone who lives in the data every day: David Bassanese, Chief Economist at Betashares, to help cut through what matters (and what doesn't) for investors heading into 2026.They unpack five big macro themes dominating markets including inflation, AI, commodities, Trump/tariffs, and China.In this episode:00:34 Making sense of macro noise with David Bassanese01:39 Why the outlook is still constructive heading into 202603:26 Inflation update: trimmed mean, housing pressure & RBA risk07:26 AI boom vs bubble: where are we in the cycle?10:18 Commodities: gold, copper, uranium and what's really driving prices12:54 Trump, tariffs & the US economy: what's priced in now18:58 China, Japan & the “Great Rotation” beyond the US32:45 Sleep-at-night investing: portfolio positioning for the long termWin a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV Stocks & ETFs mentioned: BHP Group (ASX:BHP), Fortescue (ASX:FMG), REA Group (ASX:REA), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Alibaba (NYSE:BABA), Tencent (HKEX:0700), Betashares Japan Currency Hedged ETF (ASX:HJPN), BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF (ASX:NDQ).———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Screen the market with GuruFocus Track your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Software is selling off, but don't panic. Today we unpack why markets are suddenly repricing software, why “lazy investors” keep winning, and Luke Laretive is back in for another Pimp My Portfolio with a very spicy mix of ETFs, small caps and crypto.In this episode:00:00 — The software sell-off: what's happening and why06:29 — What we're doing about it (don't panic, build a watchlist)11:39 — Lazy investors win: the 4-step strategy13:02 — Beating your brain + the hidden costs of “doing stuff”19:21 — Pimp My Portfolio: with Luke Laretive and AdemETFs mentioned: BetaShares India Quality ETF (IIND), BetaShares Geared Australian Equity Fund (GEAR), BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF (NDQ)Stocks mentioned: Pro Medicus (PME), REA Group (REA), Xero (XRO), WiseTech Global (WTC), Atlassian (TEAM), G8 Education (GEM), Liontown Resources (LTR), Paladin Energy (PDN), Race Oncology (RAC), TechGen Metals (TG1), DocuSign (DOCU), Intuit (INTU), Microsoft (MSFT), Nvidia (NVDA), Broadcom (AVGO), Oracle (ORCL), Adobe (ADBE), IBM (IBM), Salesforce (CRM), S&P Global (SPGI), Gartner (IT), WPP (WPP), Omnicom Group (OMC), RELX (RELX)Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four portfolios. One year to prove who can actually beat the market.In this kickoff episode, Bryce and Ren are joined by Cam Gleeson (Betashares) and Ally Selby (Equity Mates) to lock in the rules and reveal their first portfolios from uranium + copper to Japan hedged, defence, cybersecurity, and a big swing at Asia tech + India.In this episode:00:29 The challenge begins02:29 The rules03:13 The shared core: DHHF (all-growth, global diversification)04:50 Bryce's Portfolio10:05 Ally's Portfolio14:49 Cam's Portfolio20:31 Ren's Portfolio23:22 How to follow along & what's nextBetashares Capital Ltd (ABN 78 139 566 868 AFSL 341181) is the issuer of the Betashares Funds, as well as Betashares Invest, the IDPS-like scheme available via Betashares Direct. Read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination, available at www.betashares.com.au, before making an investment decision. This information is general in nature and doesn't take into account any person's financial objectives, situation or needs. You should consider its appropriateness taking into account such factors and seek professional financial advice.ETFs mentioned: Betashares Global Uranium ETF (URNM), Global X Copper Miners ETF (WIRE), Betashares Japan Currency Hedged ETF (HJPN), Betashares Global Defence ETF (DFND), Betashares Wealth Builder Diversified All Growth ETF (GHHF), Betashares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (BEMG), Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (HACK), Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASIA), Global X China Tech ETF (DRGN), Betashares India Quality ETF (IIND), Betashares Asia Technology Tigers (ASIA), Betashares Global Defence ETF (ARMR), Plato Global Alpha Complex ETF (PGA1)Stocks mentioned: Artyra (AYA), BHP Group (BHP), Elisight (ELS) Generation Development Group (GDG), Goodman Group (GMG), Lowell Resources Fund (LRT), Iperion X (IPX), NextDC (NXT), Paladin Energy (PDN), Deep Yellow (DYL), REA Group (REA), Mineral Resources (MIN), Pilbara Minerals (PLS), Sandfire Resources (SFR)Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corporate blow-ups, property whiplash, and a brand-new segment where the Equity Mates community pitches investment ideas and YOU (plus Bryce & Ren) build a portfolio to try and beat the ASX 200.In this episode:00:33 Today's menu02:02 Corporate Travel Management: the 5-month trading halt story05:25 House prices: Sydney/Melbourne flat, everyone else running hot09:12 Introducing the Community Portfolio: rules + the ASX 200 “bar”14:46 Pitch #1 AINF: AI infrastructure “picks & shovels”19:46 Pitch #2 Catapult: Wearable sports techWin a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone wants passive income but when should it actually be the goal, and what really works once you get there?Bryce and Ren sit down with their trusted adviser Matt Ingram (Northhaven Financial Management) to cut through the hype. From dividend ETFs to bonds, covered calls, private credit and property, Matt explains how advisers actually think about income.In this episode:00:33 Passive income: why everyone wants it02:07 Balancing the right goal and timing09:07 The VHY debate: dividends now vs growth first12:10 Ranking income options: cash, bonds, covered calls & private credit27:07 Property as “income”: the yield illusion29:41 Building an income portfolio, tax realities & advice for 20s–40s

Bryce and Ren kick off Monthly Portfolio Updates for 2026 sharing what they've changed over summer, how they're thinking about core vs satellite, and why both are leaning harder into systems rather than hot takes.In this episode:00:00 What to expect in our monthly portfolio updates03:08 Key portfolio changes over summer (debt recycling, leverage, structure)07:02 Ren's new core + building an all-weather income sleeve11:49 Core portfolios deep dive: ETFs, gearing & brokerage choices22:48 Satellite portfolios: active managers, Bitcoin & gold28:08 Income strategies, risk management & wrapping up

Bryce and Ren sit down with David Tuckwell from ETF Shares to unpack two companies shaping the future of global markets: Alphabet and Nvidia.David shares why he believes Alphabet may be the best business in the world, why Nvidia's dominance goes far beyond hardware, and what actually matters for long-term investors thinking about US mega-caps in 2026 and beyond.01:27 Introducing David Tuckwell & ETF Shares03:28 Rethinking scale, moats and long-term growth06:40 Why Alphabet is still compounding10:28 AI as infrastructure, not hype16:13 Nvidia's software-driven dominance25:14 ETFs vs stock picking mega-caps26:00 Closing thoughts on long-term US leaders

Bryce and Ren unpack why a stronger jobs report has markets pricing a higher chance of an RBA rate rise in February, before diving into what's actually been agreed in the long-awaited TikTok US deal (and why the algorithm is the real story).Plus, a wholesome Pimp My Portfolio with Matt Ingram from Northhaven. Dad Heath submits his daughter Coco's portfolio, and shares how he makes investing relatable to his kids.Finally, they go under the hood on three ASX-listed defence ETFs exploring what they hold, how they differ, and what you're really buying.In this episode:01:57 RBA talk: jobs surprise, rate rise odds jump03:36 AUD hits 16-month high05:22 TikTok US deal: sold… sort of08:21 Heath & Coco's portfolio review (with Matt Ingram)17:10 Defence ETFs explained: ARMR vs DFND vs DTEC24:31 Fees, performance & top holdings under the hood28:46 Takeaways: how to choose between themWin a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Laretive is our first guest in the studio for 2026 and he's wasting no time, laying out his call for the year ahead: 2026 is the year of resources.We're diving deep into commodity cycles, big-cap miners and two stocks Luke says have genuine 10-bag potential.For more tips from Luke, subscribe to his newsletter at https://senecafs.com.au/subscribeIn this episode:01:55 Why 2026 is the year of resources06:27 What's driving prices09:09 Why many fund managers will miss the trade12:36 Top picks by commodity17:10 The big miners: BHP, Rio & merger talk21:02 Lithium outlook22:52 Two stocks with 10-bag potential24:44 Portfolio construction & commodity exposureWin a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Screen the market with GuruFocus Track your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 5406 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're unpacking what China's structural issues mean for markets, why SaaS stocks are being punished so hard, and whether AI fears have gone too far. Plus, Bryce finally reveals how his $500 to $5,000 challenge actually ended...tune in to find out!Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV Are you the next member of the Equity Mates team? We're looking for a Graphic Designer to start on a 6 month full time contract role, apply here.In this episode: 02:37 The $500 to $5,000 challenge — final results are in09:33 China's collapsing birth rate13:23 China's property crisis & the wealth effect18:10 SaaS stocks vs AI: fear or opportunity?———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce and Ren are joined by long-time friend of the show Andrew Brown, value investor and Executive Director at East 72, to put 14 big calls on the table for the year ahead and, as always, Andrew will be back at the end of the year to be held accountable.There are bold calls on IPOs, spinoffs, Asia, precious metals, the world's sexiest airport, sports teams, and why Australia may once again lag global markets before finishing with a few silver linings to watch closely.Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV In this episode:01:56 Community bold predictions: Bitcoin & AI03:18 #1: More companies return to public markets (IPOs)07:16 #2: A wave of spinoffs from global conglomerates09:24 #3: Active management starts to outperform13:08 #4: Equal-weight S&P 500 beats the index15:37 #5: Stick with Asia despite strong gains18:37 #6: Alternative asset managers struggle21:08 #7: Unlisted sports teams are in a bubble24:14 #8: Precious metals bubble starts to unwind27:01 #9: “Quality” stocks underperform again29:24 #10: Australia underperforms global markets32:33 #11: UK stocks continue to surprise34:56 #12: Investing democratisation accelerates38:43 #13: Beaten-up apparel brands bounce back41:07 #14: Australian tourism benefits from weak AUD———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Bryce and Ren cover European defence stocks surging, silver's explosive run and why Bryce has rebuilt his portfolio from scratch. Plus, we answer a big community question on superannuation that every Australian should think about.Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV In this episode:00:00 Community updates: 2026 survey + we're hiring!02:47 What's happening to European defence stocks05:03 Silver's huge run and why it matters07:14 Bryce explains his full portfolio reset19:20 Community Question27:55 Super done right———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Screen the market with GuruFocus Track your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Equity Mates is back in the studio for 2026 and Bryce and Ren are kicking off the year with the big investing themes they're watching, plus the annual Stock of the Year showdown (and yes, Bryce is coming in hot again).They unpack: the future of health, the rise of “luxury feelings” over luxury goods, whether China takes the lead in tech AND culture, and why 2026 could be a stock picker's market full of turnarounds.Win a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV In this episode:03:57 Personal Updates & How to win $500 with the Equity Mates Annual Survey10:17 Commodities, Future of Health and The Rise of Luxury Feelings18:32 China's Growing Influence and The Year of Stock Turnarounds25:20 TransMedics vs Xero: Our Top Picks for 2026———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As 2026 kicks off with big headlines (AI bubble? trade wars? geopolitics?), Alex Thompson from Viola Private Wealth joins Ren to zoom out and discuss why good investing fundamentals don't change, even when the world does. They unpack what's driving markets, why private markets are becoming more relevant, and the simple portfolio disciplines Alex uses to keep clients on track.In this episode:02:46 How will 2026 be different to 2025?10:53 Is AI a bubble? The role of leverage, debt markets, and why the answer matters less than portfolio design13:57 Private markets explained and why companies are staying private longer21:08 How Alex builds portfolios35:56 The golden rules for 2026Ready to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with Essentials, breaking down how we actually invest.In this episode, Bryce and Ren explain their core & satellite approach, why low-cost index funds form the foundation of their portfolios, how dollar cost averaging removes emotion from investing, and the simple framework they use to find and assess individual stock ideas.Timestamps:01:16 Core & satellite explained02:33 Building the core04:25 Why beating the market is so hard06:22 Bryce's core portfolio08:14 Ren's core portfolio08:42 Dollar cost averaging13:06 The satellite portfolio14:00 Finding stock ideas17:54 The 4-step checklist23:17 Do you even need a satellite?Links mentioned:Hear Ren unpack his portfolio in depth in this recent episode here.For stock market news we follow Tickr and Gurufocus.Find out 4-Step Stock Checklist here.Check out The 12 Steps to Get Started Investing special podcast series launching Tuesday 13th January here.Ready to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing our 2026 Essentials series with the seven rules of great long-term investing: the principles Bryce and Ren come back to every year, no matter what markets are doing. They break down the habits, mindsets and structures that matter most if you want to build wealth over decades, not chase fads or headlines.In this episode:02:13 Rule #1: Always think long-term03:23 The Lehman Brothers example04:40 Rule #2: Your savings rate matters more than returns05:22 Why small changes compound07:25 Rule #3: Diversification08:32 Rule #4: Keep costs low09:10 The Buffett fee example13:29 Rule #5: How to look for great companies16:21 Rule #6: Fads fade, competitive advantages last18:18 Buffett “moats” and Helmer's Seven Powers explained21:36 Rule #7: Why automation beats willpowerWant to go deeper? We've put together our Equity Mates Summer Reading List, featuring many of the books and thinkers that shaped our seven rules: https://x40s1z0ymjt.typeform.com/eReady to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off the new year sharing the essentials for kickstarting investing in 2026. In the next four episodes Bryce and Ren go back to basics and beyond to help you build long-term wealth with simple, repeatable habits.In this episode:01:00 What this series covers02:30 Why we're investing in 202606:01 Compounding refresher08:48 Time in vs timing the market10:19 The risk of not investing13:18 Why we love stocks15:30 Investing vs speculating17:13 How great companies can work for you20:32 Amazon case study23:00 Why consistency beats perfection25:16 Wrap up and next episode teaserReady to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our last Equity Mates Investing episode for 2025, Daniel Kelly, Chief Investment Officer at Viola Private Wealth, joins us to unpack how professional investors think about portfolio construction. We dive into Viola's methodologies for manager selection and building an “all-weather” portfolio that can hold up across times of turbulence and change.In this episode:• The Core Squared Satellite model and why Viola runs two “cores” instead of one• How to think about liquidity (and why most investors get it wrong)• The five alternative asset classes Viola uses to diversify risk• The red flags that instantly rule fund managers out• Where Daniel sees opportunity and risk heading into 2026Ready to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Alister Coleman, managing partner at Folklore Ventures, joins us to unpack how an early-stage VC identifies standout founders, world-class products and long-run opportunities (even when it's just “two people and a laptop.”)In this episode:• What Ansarada taught Folklore about sticky products and misunderstood markets• How Auror became one of NZ's quiet breakout successes in retail loss prevention• Why frontier tech like Hullbot and Creighton show Australia's edge• The coming AI bubble… and why Alister is still leaning inReady to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Arden Jennings, co-head of Emerging Companies at Ausbil and portfolio manager for their small and micro cap funds.Arden explains why he thinks 2026 will be the year for Aussie Small Caps, and what companies might grow into household names over the next couple of years (or decades!). In this episode:Why small caps are back and where Arden sees the best opportunitiesSpotting upgrades and avoiding blow-upsAnd how he's thinking about themes like AI, mining services and Life360 for 2026For more information about Ausbil and important disclosures, including Ausbil's disclaimer, please refer here.Ready to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing Best of the Best, our series profiling some of Australia's top investors and the processes behind their performance.Today we're joined by Anshu Sharma, portfolio manager and co-founder of Loftus Peak, to unpack how a pure-play disruption investor thinks about Nvidia, AI, semiconductors, GLP-1 drugs and more.In this episode:How Loftus Peak finds long-term structural trends (and filters out short-term hype)Which trends are still early in their disruption lifecycleThe process edge: building a 3–5 year view, strict valuation discipline and knowing when to walk away———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're continuing Best of the Best series and today we're joined by Julia Weng, portfolio manager at Paradice Investment Management, who has consistently beaten the ASX 200 in large-cap Aussie equities.Julia breaks down how she navigates banks, miners, defensives and the repeatable process behind Paradice's edge.In this episode: • Why return-on-capital and aligned management teams drive Paradice's stock picking • How Julia builds conviction: expert calls, field research and evidence over hype • The advancements in robotics and automation being overshadowed by AI-hypeReady to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Screen the market with GuruFocus Track your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off Best of the Best, our series profiling some of Australia's top investors and the processes behind their performance. Today we're joined by Andrew Mitchell, founder and senior portfolio manager at Ophir Asset Management.Andrew explains how true small-cap specialists uncover opportunities most investors never see, and the hard, unglamorous research that sits behind Ophir's track record.In this episode:• How Ophir builds conviction: customers, suppliers, ex-staff and on-the-ground research• “Pounding the rock”: daily stock theses, avoiding drift and constant re-checks• The most underrated investing skill: self-awareness and checking your ego at the doorReady to secure your financial future? Viola Private Wealth delivers bespoke strategies designed for high-net-worth individuals and families. Managing significant wealth should not feel overwhelming. For tailored advice and practical, long-term results, visit www.violaprivatewealth.com.au.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every year, Andrew Brown comes on to make big calls about markets, and then actually fronts up at the end of the year to see how he went. In this episode, he reviews his 14 bold predictions for 2025 and unpacks where he nailed it, where he missed it, and the investing lessons in between.We cover: • US equities, bond yields and why the macro calls went sideways • AI euphoria vs reality (who made money and who didn't • Chinese tech's big comeback vs booze stocks' continued hangover • Small caps, luxury and global car makers under real pressure • His worst call (Novo Nordisk) and best call (China tech)Andrew also digs into recency bias, why politics mattered less than you think, and why getting out of the ASX and into global markets has never been more important.Listen to Andrew's 2025 Predictions in full here.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025 had everything. An AI infrastructure boom, China roaring back, gold up nearly 50%, surprise rate cuts and a few scandals we'd all forgotten about (Coldplay Kiss Cam CEO, anyone?). We break down what actually mattered for your portfolio.In this episode we cover: • The biggest market moments of 2025 • How the ASX, S&P 500, Europe, Japan and China really performed • The standout winners • The surprising underperformers Then Simon jumps into the hot seat for his annual Mr Beat Up review, running through which beaten-up stocks bounced…and which ones absolutely didn't.Close out a huge 2025 with us and make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss our Best of the Best series starting next week with some of Australia's top fund managers.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you being ripped off…without even realising it?We brought in Channel 9's finance editor Chris Kohler to unpack the scams, tricks and corporate tactics hidden across Australia's economy from your mortgage to your supermarket shop to your Friday arvo punt. Chris' new book How They Get You lifts the lid on the big (and small) ways companies quietly extract more from your wallet… and what you can do to push back.Also in this episode:The marketing tactics Chris says are “quite simply f***ed” (hello, car loans)Why Australia's worst consumer outcomes come from a lack of competitionHow gambling, auctions, and “loyalty” programs pull psychological levers to keep you spendingThe housing policy trap politicians won't touch — and the bold fix Chris would push through if he was PM for a dayCheck out Chris' new book at all good booksellers.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia had one of the wildest 36 hours in market history smashing earnings, soaring after-hours, then wiping out $450 billion in value by the next day. We break down what actually happened.Then we turn to one of the biggest events of the year Sohn Hearts and Minds where 11 of the world's top fund managers pitched their best stock ideas for 2026. Special guest Liv from the Equity Mates team reports on the vibes in the room and joins us for a draft championship!From entertainment giant's TKO Group and Live Nation to Morimatsu, builders of modular factories in Japan, we each build our own four-stock portfolio…and defend our picks.Meet some of the Sohn Hearts and Minds 2025 stock pickers right here on Equity Mates:Listen to Eric Wong here& Beeneet Kothari here———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seb Mullins, Head of Multi-Asset and Fixed Income at Schroders helps us cut through the noise and identify the signals that matter for investors heading into 2026.We cover why the US economy may stay red-hot, why Europe and emerging markets could finally rebound, and the labour-market wobble that could decide whether the next 12 months boom… or break.Also in this episode:Is the AI boom a bubble?Gold's wild runEmerging market trends to watchStrap in for a rapid global tour through what matters (and what doesn't) as we prepare for another volatile year.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bitcoin has slid into bear-market territory and we dig into the what's really driving the sell-off. Plus, we also look at a surprising shift in the US: obesity rates are finally dropping, driven by the explosive rise of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. What does it mean for stocks like Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk?That's not all in this episode:Ren rebuilds his core portfolioWe compare two ex-US ETFs that look similar but are wildly different under the hoodAnd Matt Ingram helps Josh refine his stock-heavy portfolioTo submit your portfolio for the show, head to equitymates.com/contact or equitymates.com/advice.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone needs an exit strategy — and today we're breaking down what it actually takes to retire well at any age.Financial adviser Dylan Pargiter-Green returns with three case studies:the FIRE retiree aiming to quit at 40the “early mark” retiree planning to stop work in their 50sand the classic retiree looking to finish in their 60sWe unpack the numbers, the lifestyle trade-offs, how much you really need, and how super vs outside-super assets should work together. We also dig into housing decisions, longevity risk, and the small tweaks that make a massive difference in your final decade before retirement.If you want to go deeper or speak with Dylan or another adviser from our network, head to equitymates.com/advice or complete this form for Dylan's retirement case studies.Timestamps 5.30 - Fire Retirers (40s)15.00 Early Mark (50s)25.30 Standard (60s)31.00 Closing Question's———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warren Buffett has penned his final shareholder letter.From Berkshire's 60-year compounding machine to the handover to Greg Abel, we break down the lessons worth carrying forward.Then we head to Guinea, where the long-awaited Simandou project (“the Pilbara Killer”) has finally shipped its first iron ore. What does this mean for BHP, Rio, Fortescue and Australia's tax base?That's not all in another big episode of Equity Mates:Simon reveals why leverage is reshaping his entire core portfolioWe walk through his new, simplified, four-line strategyAnd we answer a great community question on how often to dollar-cost averageTo run the numbers for your own investing cadence, check out this Investment Frequency Calculator: https://investcalc.github.io/———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past decade, Alan Pullen and the team at Magellan are focused on finding the world's best companies and staying disciplined through the hype.As Portfolio Manager of the Magellan Global Opportunities Fund (ASX:OPPT), Alan is navigating a market obsessed with AI and asking the big question: are we in a stock market bubble?We cover:Whether today's market is a bubble or justified by fundamentalsHow Magellan is positioning for the AI revolutionWhy Alan still backs companies like Microsoft, TSMC and NestléThis episode is sponsored by Magellan. Support from partners like Magellan helps keep our content free.Learn more about the Magellan Global Opportunities Fund (ASX:OPPT): magellangroup.com.au/funds/magellan-global-opportunities-fund———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fifty-year mortgages are being pushed by President Trump in the US. Could this be the fix for housing affordability, or a ticking time bomb for long-term financial stability?We also tackle a community question about the hidden dangers of ETF overlap and what it really means for your portfolio's diversification. To go even deeper, check out our Get Started Investing episode on the topic here

AI-powered investing might sound futuristic, but Armina (Arms) Rosenberg, Portfolio Manager at Minotaur Capital, is proving it's already here. Arms joins host Ally Selby to share how Minotaur is using artificial intelligence across every step of the investment process - and the global stocks she's buying and selling right now.They cover: • Why Poland's CD Projekt could be gaming's next major success story • Practical tips for using AI to supercharge your own investing • Europe's role in the energy transition through Prysmian Group • The rise of “affordable joy” with China's Miniso • And the “spicy” pick of the week - Japan's Cover Corporation, home to virtual YouTubers taking over the internetFor listeners keen to dive deeper into that trend, you can read the “Anime Is Eating the World” report mentioned in the episode here.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the world's fastest-growing companies isn't in Silicon Valley - it's right here in Australia. We unpack the rise of IREN, the local success story powering the AI boom, and ask how the ASX fumbled a $30 billion opportunity.Also in this episode:·

Over the past 25 years, Jason Huljich and the team at Centuria have built one of Australia's largest property investors. With $20 billion in assets under management, the team invest in all types of commercial real estate: from office buildings to industrial warehouses to farm greenhouses - Jason and his team are across it. So today we wanted to pick his brain and understand the state of the commercial properry industry. We cover:Why office buildings are back How to achieve steady, consistent returns from property Why greenhouses are a growing part of Centuria's portfolio This episode has been sponsored by Centuria Capital. Support from partners like Centuria help us keep all our content free.If you want to learn more about Centruria's range of ASX-listed and unlisted property funds, head to their website: https://centuria.com.au/—------Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.—------Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing - we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)—------Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a closer look at Big Tech's latest results and what they reveal about the broader market.Plus, in Pimp My Portfolio Luke Laretive helps community member Sheridan assess whether his strategy is on the right track.And Mr Beat Up is back putting WiseTech to the test using our 4-Step Stock Checklist — a simple framework you can use to assess any company.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is time we rethink our approach to China? Today's guest believes it is time. And between AI, electric vehicles and renewable energy, there are more and more cutting edge industries that China is emerging as a leader. Eric Wong is the Chief Investment Officer of Stillpoint Investments. Want more from Eric? He will be speaking at the Sohn Hearts & Minds Conference, where some of the world's best fund managers pitch their best ideas will all proceeds donated to medical research. ——— Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group. ——— Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing - we've got you covered. Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify) Check out our latest show: Basis Points (Apple | Spotify | YouTube) and there's a monthly email ——Looking for some of our favourite research tools? Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Track your portfolio with Sharesight ——In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ——Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We believe there is power in financial transparency. So, every so-often, we share our full investment portfolios here at Equity Mates. This isn't a buy or sell recommendation, or a suggestion that how we invest is right for you. Rather it is part of our effort to make investing less intimidating and to encourage more people to get started. If we can do it, you can too. So on today's episode, tune in as we unpack how our personal portfolios have been going. That's not all in another big episode of Equity Mates: Good news may be coming for Australia's big miners as we enter the "bull quarter"We delve into the CHESS v Custodian debate —------Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.—------Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing - we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)—------Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest thinks we need to rethink our views on China.For year's the world's second largest economy has been seen seen as uninvestable. But there is evidence that things are starting to change. Tune in as we unpack where one of the world's largest investors is seeing opportunity in the Chinese market. We are joined by Lukasz de Pourbaix, Head of Strategic Sales & Solutions at Fidelity Australia.We cover:The key changes in China we need to be aware ofThe valuation gap between Chinese companies and their western peersA deeper dive into the 'DeepSeek moment' and a look at China's AIWhere Fidelity see the most compelling opportunities——— Thank you to Fidelity for sponsoring this episode.Learn more about the Fidelity Asia Active ETF by visiting their website.——— Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group. ———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing - we've got you covered. Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify) Check out our latest show: Basis Points (Apple | Spotify | YouTube) and there's a monthly email ———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again, everything is hitting all-time highs. We kick off the episode by travelling around the world - from Australia to the US, Japan to the UK - to understand what is driving up share markets all around the world.An important reminder to invest globally. That's not all in another big episode of Equity Mates: We review "the scariest chart in the world" (spoiler: its not as scary as many would have you think)Matt Ingram is back to review a community member's portfolio We answer a community question on ethical investing —------Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.—------Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing - we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)—------Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.