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Your direct connection to some of Fidelity Australia's leading portfolio managers. Listen in every month as they tell you what’s on their mind when it comes to markets and, their portfolios, as well as special topical bonus episodes.

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    The end of US exceptionalism: Myth or reality?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 21:17


    As markets begin to breathe a little easier on the news of a pause on tariffs, many investors may be looking into the intriguing narrative surrounding the end of US exceptionalism. But it may not be all it seems, at least for now. This month we have Co-Portfolio Managers for the Fidelity Global Future Leaders Fund and Active ETF, James Abela and Maroun Younes join Lukasz where they discuss why they think US remains an extremely attractive investment destination, why they’re keeping their cool around the current market upheaval, and the surprising market deviation for small and mid-caps from past sell offs. Find out more about the Fidelity Global Future Leaders Active ETF. We’d love to hear from you! Email us at PodcastsAustralia@fil.com with suggestions for episodes or guests. For more information on Fidelity visit fidelity.com.au. Read our full disclaimer. This episode was recorded 22 April 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is it time to be more bullish on emerging markets?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 22:35


    China has experienced a 40% increase in its stock market over the last 12 months, and India is pushing ahead with reforms and measures aimed at boosting growth, so could it be time for investors to revisit emerging markets? In this episode, Amit Goel, Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Emerging Markets and India Funds explores the dynamic market changes in China, including the stabilisation of property market and consumer recovery, India's growth and innovation, and Brazil's unique interest rate environment and the opportunities in the region. Read our full disclaimer. We’d love to hear from youEmail us at PodcastsAustralia@fil.com or visit fidelity.com.au for more information on Fidelity or Fidelity products. This episode was recorded 19 March 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The most volatile reporting season yet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 22:57


    Volatility was the name of the game defining the latest reporting season. As investors grapple with disparities across market caps and sectors, could these chaotic conditions signal a shift in investment strategies? This month we have our experts Casey McLean, Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity High Conviction Fund and Active ETF, Clare Coleman, Australian Tech and Diversified Financials Analyst and Sam Heithersay, our Australian Mining Analyst, to break down the last month of company reporting results. Our speakers/guests/team cover topics including CoStar’s bid on Domain, Wisetech, a possible rotation favouring miners over the banks, and a ‘less worse’ outlook for China, and what that means for the Australian market. Find out how they are using the data analysis from this reporting season to find potential gains in these turbulent times. We’d love to hear from youEmail us at PodcastsAustralia@fil.com or visit fidelity.com.au for more information on Fidelity or Fidelity products. This episode was recorded 6 March 2025. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How could Australia's mining industry be impacted by tariffs and the repeal of the IRA?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 23:17


    As a key part of net zero, mining is at the heart of the energy transition as producers require vast amounts of materials like lithium, copper and nickel needed. But it’s only the scale of the materials that we need, it's also the speed at which we need them to meet this huge demand. This month Daniela Jaramillo, Head of Sustainability Solutions speaks with two Fidelity experts on transition materials - Oliver Hextall, Portfolio Manager for Fidelity’s Transition Materials Strategy, and Sam Heithersay, Australian Mining Analyst. They examine how Australian miners could be affected by the repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and what the potential outcomes for new tariffs on aluminium and steel mean for producers. They also discuss opportunities for investors outside of net zero including India’s growth and Artificial Intelligence (AI). We’d love to hear from youEmail us at PodcastsAustalia@fil.com or visit fidelity.com.au for more information on Fidelity or Fidelity products. This episode was recorded 20 February 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Japan's market revolution: From deflation to inflation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 21:59


    This month Min Zeng the Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Japan Equities Fund sat down with Lukasz to explore the profound changes in Japan's market dynamics, shedding light on the historic shift from a deflationary environment to a rising inflation trend. Listen in as our experts dissect the impact of this transformation on corporate governance, consumer behaviour, and Min shares his insights into opportunities for investors for Japan's economic resurgence. Learn more about the Fidelity Japan Equities Fund or email us at PodcastsAustalia@fil.com This episode was recorded 27 November 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Outlook 2025: In tech we trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 26:24


    As another year wraps up, our Australian equities portfolio managers; Paul Taylor, James Abela and Casey McLean reflect on 2024 and answer some of the pressing questions as we head into the second half of the 2020's: Will tech continue to rally? Will any sectors be safe from tariffs? Or will 2025 be the year resources beat out the banks? Listen to our final episode of the year to find out. As a little Christmas gift to our listeners, we are running our annual Christmas competition. All you have to do is listen to the episode and use the hints the guys have given to guess their costumes for this years' Fidelity Christmas party. You can find a picture on our LinkedIn and Facebook pages, or head to our website here. First with the correct answer wins a $100 Westfields voucher. Good luck!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump wins: Tariffs, inflation and the road ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 20:38


    Donald Trump is the 47th president of the United States, in a landslide victory for the Republican party. As markets get more certainty, what are the potential impacts of macroeconomic policies, tariffs, and global trade dynamics for investors? We are excited this month to bring you Fidelity's Global Head of Macro and Strategic Allocation, Salman Ahmed, to discuss the implications of the recent US election results looking closely at the impact of tariffs on inflation, China's economic stimulus measures, and the broader implications for markets and equity sectors. Salman also shares his insights on the risks to our previous soft-landing scenario and why he is optimistic about equity markets amidst the evolving economic landscape. We'd love to hear from you! If you have any topics or speakers you would like to see on the show, email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com Get the latest insights from Fidelity This episode was recorded 7 November 2024.  Issued by FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Ltd ABN 33 148 059 009, AFSL 409 340. This is general information only and is not intended to be advice of any kind. Consider the PDS and TMD at fidelity.com.au.  Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Australia's Magnificent Six?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 16:12


    Roughly 70% of the returns driven by the ASX year-to-date can be traced back to six Aussie stocks - Four banks, two miners, a consumer discretionary and a real estate company. But how does China's largest stimulus package since 2015 impact those returns going forward? This month join Lukasz and Casey McClean, PM for the Fidelity Australian High Conviction Fund and Active ETF as the cover Australia's magnificent six, the outlook for interest rates and their impact on the Aussie market, plus a surprising stock benefitting from the Chinese consumption theme. Want more? Discover the Fidelity Australian High Conviction Active ETF This episode was recorded 1 October 2024. Issued by FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Ltd ABN 33 148 059 009, AFSL 409 340. This is general information only and is not intended to be advice of any kind. Consider the PDS and TMD at fidelity.com.au. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Unpacking reporting season: Is tech the answer to rising costs and productivity concerns?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 34:41


    While the issue of inflation remains the same, this year it appears the winners are different. From Coles reducing theft to Wise Tech, Pro Medicus, and REA Group leading the charge toward efficiency, tech and tech-savvy companies are driving productivity across industries and helping fight rising costs. But that's not all our Aussie PM's came away with from reporting season. Paul Taylor, James Abela and Casey McLean are back and uncovering which companies are thriving, which are struggling, the surprising market dynamics playing out and the challenges the ASX may face as we head into 2025. Quick LinksGet the latest insights from FidelitySee why we're an Aussie expert FundsFidelity Australian Equities FundFidelity Future Leaders FundFidelity Australian Opportunities Fund This episode was recorded 4 September 2024. Read our full disclaimer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Should you believe the market on AI? And a veteran Investor's lessons from 10 years investing in Asia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 21:08


    Anthony Srom, Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Asia Fund admits how he views the world is a little different, but this may be his superpower when it comes to outperforming the index for nearly a decade*. So what has shaped this veteran investor to ask the questions others aren't? In this episode Anthony discusses how investors may be getting it wrong on AI, 10 years of lessons and bubbles in Asia, and looking outside Asian giants TSMC and Tencent. Want more? Discover the Fidelity Asia Active ETF This episode was recorded 5 July 2024. *As at 30 June 2024. Past performance information provided in this podcast is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Issued by FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Ltd ABN 33 148 059 009, AFSL 409 340. This is general information only and is not intended to be advice of any kind. Consider the PDS and TMD at fidelity.com.au. . Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Inside the mind of a short seller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 21:58


    Being a contrarian investor is no walk in the park; when all signs point left, a contrarian's first instinct is to look right. So, what does it take to short a stock? This month, Lukasz de Pourbaix gets inside the mind of contrarian Portfolio Manager, Dmitry Solomakhin to explore why this type of distinct investing is so fascinating. They walk you through how Dmitry finds and shorts companies in deep water, whether the hype around AI and tech has been overplayed, and signs from a contrarian view that may mean China is attractive again. Learn more about Fidelity and our 400+ investment experts at fidelity.com.au This episode was recorded 14 May 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Beyond India's elections

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 22:09


    Indians took to the polls last week in the world's largest election where 642 million votes were cast. Modi's BJP-led alliance won by a thin majority after which markets saw the Nifty 50 to dip (and then bounce back). But is this all just short-term noise when there are long-term opportunities to be found? In this month's episode Amit Goel, Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity India and Global Emerging Markets Funds (ASX:FIIN and ASX:FEMX) discusses some of these, including the shift to India for global supply chains and the rise of the domestic consumer of India. We're also really excited to let you know we recently won the Financial Standard MAX Awards Podcast of the Year 2024! Congratulations to Lukasz and the team. Discover the Fidelity India Active ETF This episode was recorded 20 March 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Are China and Japan having a renaissance?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 21:21


    China's market performance has been challenged lately, but sentiment looks to be turning around. Japan's stock market barely grew for decades, but it's now on the up. What's changed? In this episode Lukasz and Fidelity's Head of Equities, Asia Pacific, Marty Dropkin take a closer look at China and Japan, uncovering what our analysts on-the-ground are actually seeing. They dive into what investors may be missing when it comes to the superpower, and the drivers behind Japan's reawakening.   Quick LinksGet the latest insights from Fidelity This episode was recorded 15 April 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BONUS | How can real estate save 200 flights between London and New York?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 22:06


    UNSUNG FACT: Real estate accounts for around 40% of carbon emissions globally. So what's the investable opportunity for investors? In this bonus episode we have Fidelity's Head of Real Estate Solutions, Adrian Benedict talking to Lukasz about what he calls a ‘win-win' for investors, something many of the large super funds have already realised. We'd love to hear from you. Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com with your topics and questions and we will answer them in our episodes. Quick LinksGet the latest insights from Fidelity This episode was recorded 4 March 2024. Read our full disclaimer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Searching for the next Magnificent 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 23:34


    Is the era of the magnificent 7 over? Markets watched as the fortunes of the latest tech-gang diverged in recent weeks, but as an investor how can you find the next ‘cool kids on the block'? Listen in this month as our global mid-cap managers, James Abela and Maroun Younes uncover how they hunt for future mega-caps. These ‘goldilocks' stocks as they call them, don't dominate headlines like the Magnificent 7 but have seen the same incredible growth, but with less ‘unknowns' than the smaller end of town. Quick LinksFidelity Global Future Leaders FundGet the latest insights from Fidelity This episode was recorded 5 March 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Insights from a CIO: Trump, China and interest rates

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 50:13


    In this special and longer-than-usual episode, we get inside the heads of Andrew McCaffery, Fidelity's Global CIO and Paul Taylor, Head of Investments in Australia to take us through how we're currently seeing the world reflect on our latest Analyst Survey. Is China still investable? What may be the global ramifications from the upcoming US elections? And where do we think interest rates will finally land? Because we know time is a precious commodity, you can jump ahead by using the time stamps below. Otherwise you may want to consider listening at 1.25-1.5x. Episode guide 01.30     Lessons from the last 40 years of investing 03.37     What is a soft landing and how does this impact the outlook? 08:31     What should investors consider regarding inflation? 14:22     How will wage inflation play out for companies? 18:35     The outlook for interest rate cuts 25:14     Will corporate activity pick up in Australia? 29.12     Investment opportunities in China 39:16     US elections and the implications for markets 44:28     Investment opportunities for 2024 Want to know more about the Fidelity Analyst Survey and our findings for 2024? Read it here Quick LinksGet the latest insights from FidelitySee why we're an Aussie expert This episode was recorded 9 February 2024. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Elections, stocks and AI: Our 'crystal ball' for the year ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 25:52


    It's a new year, but is it a new market? The guys are back with their thoughts on what 2024 has in store. Will elections go to plan? What stocks are they picking? And what does AI have to do with it? Quick LinksGet the latest insights from FidelitySee why we're an Aussie expert FundsFidelity Australian Equities FundFidelity Future Leaders FundFidelity Global Future Leaders FundFidelity Australian Opportunities Fund This episode was recorded 7 December 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Has 2023 set us up for a bullish or bearish 2024?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 29:06


    In this episode Lukasz de Pourbaix is joined by our powerhouse of Aussie Portfolio Managers, Paul Taylor, James Abela and Casey McLean to break down 2023: What went right, what went wrong and has this made them bullish or bearish going into 2024? Quick LinksGet the latest insights from FidelitySee why we're an Aussie expert FundsFidelity Australian Equities FundFidelity Future Leaders FundFidelity Australian Opportunities Fund This episode was recorded 7 December 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    An investor's playbook to global unrest

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 23:25


    A once in a hundred-year event seems to be happening every other month these days, with threats of recession and intensifying geopolitical tensions. What's an investor to do? This month Lukasz de Pourbaix is joined by Portfolio Managers, Paul Taylor and James Abela as they look back previous periods of crisis and uncertainty and discuss their playbook on finding opportunity amidst the current volatility. Got questions for us? Email podcastsaustralia@fil.com Quick LinksGet the latest insights from FidelitySee why we're an Aussie expert FundsFidelity Australian Equities FundFidelity Future Leaders FundFidelity Global Future Leaders Fund This episode was recorded 8 November 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | The unloved darling of small caps

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 16:16


    It's an unusual time for markets. Just when it looked like we could pop the champagne, September swiftly put it back on ice as “Australia's slowest recession” continues to plod all the way to the bottom. However, for active fund managers like James Abela, these dislocations are where they find the unloved darlings. This month James jumps headfirst into the whiplash of Aussie small caps, what stock her considers to be an unloved darling and his pick for what he thinks investors should really be considering in this environment. Got questions for us? Email podcastsaustralia@fil.com See why we're an Aussie expert This episode was recorded 3 October 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | Wise men say, only fools rush in… to Ozempic

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 19:42


    Elvis may have been talking about love, but can't the same be said for markets? GLP1 drugs like Ozempic's success in the weight loss arena have disrupted the healthcare sector. Most notably ResMed, whose stock price plummeted on the back of predicted decreased demand. But where there is disruption and volatility, Paul Taylor sees opportunity. This month Paul talks about why taking an immediate view can cloud investors thinking and where he's seen this all before. Got questions for us? Email podcastsaustralia@fil.com See why we're an Aussie expert This episode was recorded 3 October 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 Aussie experts | Stacking the odds in your favour

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 26:01


    This month we've brought out our top brass. Portfolios managers Paul Taylor (Fidelity Australian Equities Fund), James Abela (Fidelity Future Leaders Fund) and Casey McLean (Fidelity Australian Opportunities Fund) join forces to dissect August's reporting season. How are shifting market dynamics are changing their outlooks for 2024? and how are they stacking the odds in their favour for the year ahead? 00:52: Reporting season recap03:22: Company cost impacts 07:14: Consumer impacts and changing consumption behaviour10:40: Interest rates and property13:53: Commodities and will China bounce?19:35: Wrap up reporting season in 3 words21:35: Has reporting season changed the outlook? Got questions for us? Email podcastsaustralia@fil.com See why we're an Aussie expert This episode was recorded 7 September 2023. Read our full disclaimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | A decade of finding future leaders and why traditional value stocks aren't working

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 14:47


    James looks back on 10 years of investing in Aussie small and mid-caps, and some of the names that helped him get here. We also analyse the current environment, and why it may not be just earnings driving markets as reporting season kicks off. Got questions for James? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 2 August 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | 1.3km under the Gobi Desert: Rio Tinto's solution for global copper supply

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 13:38


    With high grade copper being harder and harder to find and demand increasing, what will the world's largest miners do to meet global supply targets? Paul speaks with Sam Heithersay, Fidelity's mining analyst who just came back from a recent research trip to Mongolia to discuss the outlook for copper, and how miners and mines are evolving to meet demand. Read more about Oyu Tolgoi here. Got questions for Paul? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 2 August 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | Expectations for reporting season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 13:01


    As we gear up for reporting season, mid and small cap universe dynamics are shifting with a significant dispersion between small and mid-cap companies. With less fear  being seen in the market, valuations have expanded on the expectation of earnings growth. But the burning question for investors remains, will companies be able to deliver come August's reporting? This month James sheds light on the market's journey from a value-driven rally to the current momentum-focused climate and which sectors he believes are expected to thrive and which ones might face challenges ahead of reporting season. Got questions for James? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 18 July 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | 20 years of lessons, leaders and losers | Wisetech, SEEK, Billabong and Domino's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 22:25


    In a slightly longer episode than usual, Paul looks back on 20 years of running the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund, with stories of some of the biggest winners and valuable lessons from the occasional losers. Hear the secrets behind the Fund's success which has seen it outperform it's benchmark by over 2% p.a (after fees)* for over two decades and why Paul has the confidence to continue to provide returns for investors well into the future. The Fund's latest performance information can be obtained via [Fidelity Australian Equities Fund]. Please refer to the relevant footnotes and disclaimers regarding performance and related matters in the Fidelity Product performance summary - Monthly report 30 June 2023. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.  Got questions for Paul? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 18 July 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | The epicentre of concern: analysing the consumer sector

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2023 11:51


    Is the consumer sector heading for trouble? Join Andrew, James and Consumer Investment Analyst, Brendan Mowry, as they explore the challenges facing consumers as cyclical cracks begin to appear. From the impact of rising rates to mortgage cliffs, what parts of the market are going to be under stress, and where do the opportunities lie? Got questions for James? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 7 June 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | The green premium: How Australia's ESG standards could make us a winner for critical minerals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2023 15:26


    Could the rising demand for critical minerals reshape Australia's commodities sector? In this month's episode, Paul explores the concept of the “green premium” and its implications for Australian commodities in light of changes to the US's Inflation Reduction Act and regulation in the EU. We also analyse the recent RBA rate rise and whether this changes his outlook for a domestic recession. Got questions for Paul? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 7 June 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BONUS EPISODE | 2023 Budget: increased focus on consumers and healthcare

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 10:24


    Tuesday night saw Labor's 2023 Federal budget handed down. While many were focused on the household impacts, our analysts were looking at potential impacts on sectors and portfolios.  In this bonus episode, Portfolio Manager of the Fidelity Australian Opportunities Fund, Casey McLean, Analyst and Portfolio Manager covering healthcare, Zara Lyons and Consumer Analyst, Brendan Mowry give you their budget breakdown. Have a topic you want us to cover? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 10 May 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | Welcome to the paradigm shift | Altium, Orica, Auckland Airport & Vicinity Centres

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 15:21


    The last decade gave us cheap money and no-flation, and oh how times have changed. Inflation may have finally peaked, but the same can't be said for rates. So how does a seasoned investor find the winners of tomorrow when the landscape has evolved? This month James takes you through how he makes sense of markets and the characteristics he's looking for in the current environment with some look throughs on Altium, Orica, Auckland Airport & Vicinity Centres. Got questions for James? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 3 May 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | Investing in property when rates are rising? | Goodman Group, Blackmores & Silk Laser

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 16:01


    As rates revert back to rising, property may not seem like a great place to be investing right now - but there's still growth to be found. Paul breaks down why he thinks industrial property is the place to be in the current environment, and what makes Goodman Group his preferred play. We also discuss April's performance and cover off the recent M&A activity including bids for Blackmores and Silk Laser. Got questions for Paul? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 3 May 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BONUS EPISODE | A ‘golden' era for resources?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 11:56


    Materials stocks are now dominating the mid and smalls index sitting at circa 30%, something that's only happened twice previously in over two decades.   We've got prices soaring from demand shocks from COVID, supply shocks from the Russia and Ukraine conflict, the acceleration of EV adoption driving the lithium rally, gold now back to its safe haven status reaching new heights, and then there's the ramp up in M&A activity. How long can it last? In this topical bonus episode Fidelity's resources analyst Sam Heithersay joins Portfolio Manager James Abela where they ‘dig' into what's this means for local and global markets, and where investors can focus to take advantage of the current opportunity. Have a topic you want us to cover? Email us at podcastsaustralia@fil.com This episode was recorded 10 May 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Get the latest insights from Fidelity  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | Small and mid-caps: What are the signals telling us?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 11:26


    US blow-ups, an uptick in M&A activity, gold near record prices, mismatches in consumer sentiment and rates on pause. March didn't disappoint when it comes to information overload, so how do investors decipher what this signals in markets right now? This month James tells us what the data is showing to make sense of yet another turbulent month. This episode was recorded 11 April 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | What does SVB mean for Aussie financials?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 13:15


    March continued to put markets into flux with news of SVB collapsing and Credit Suisse being taken over. There was some reprieve locally at the start of April with rates going on hold - so can this be a sign financial contagion fears  have entered the system? This month Paul breaks down contagion risks to Australian banks, his view on April's rate announcement and where he's finding bright spots in financials. This episode was recorded 11 April 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BONUS | PM to PM | February 2023 reporting season

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2023 14:30


    You're in for a treat! Welcome to our very first BONUS episode of Sound Bites. In the first of our ‘PM to PM' series, we have veteran portfolio managers Paul Taylor and James Abela taking you through February 2023 reporting season covering Aussie large, mid and small-caps. In this candid conversation they use their decades of experience to dissect the mixed bag that was the recent reporting season. Find out why it looks like the consumer may be in for a little more pain, the sectors that disappointed and the sectors poised for a better 2023.  Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | Reality bites for markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 13:46


    Money is no longer free, investor risk tolerance has come right back, we're living with higher rates and then there's the cost-of-living crisis. So how have mid and small caps been impacted in the most recent reporting season? James gives his insights into February's reporting season, covering the companies that disappointed and why quality businesses have been rewarded. This episode was recorded 8 March 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | Have rate rises done enough?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 17:56


    Reporting season finished up with the RBA hiking rates for the 10th time since May. Have they done enough, and which large cap sectors are seeing an impact on earnings? In this episode Paul looks back on February, the most recent rate hike and explains why learning from history is what will make us better investors in 2023. This episode was recorded 8 March 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    James Abela | Peak, peak, peak?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 10:43


    Peak inflation, peak rates, peak fear? Will everything get better from here? Listen in to this month's episode with Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund, James Abela as he explores what has happened throughout January and the implications for markets, his portfolio and investors. This episode was recorded 31 January 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Taylor | China and inflation: Headwind or tailwind?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 14:14 Transcription Available


    China's re-opening: inflation is here to stay but what does it mean for investors? Listen in to this month's episode with Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund, Paul Taylor as he explores what has happened throughout January and the implications for markets, his portfolio and investors. This episode was recorded 31 January 2023. Read our full disclaimer. Find out more about the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund Get the latest insights from FidelitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 0:43


    Welcome to Fidelity Sounds Bites - a straight-to-the-point podcast with two of Australia's leading investors.Join us each month to hear from Paul Taylor Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Australian Equities Fund and James Abela, Portfolio Manager for the Fidelity Future Leaders Fund, where they'll explore what's happening in markets, how they're positioning their portfolios and the outlook ahead. Read our full disclaimer.Get the latest insights from Fidelity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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