The Investor's Diary

In this episode, Parth and Abdul discuss the biggest IPO in Australia since 2021 - Guzman Y Gomez. They also dive into the European IPO market, discuss the two candidates for the US elections, and last have their usual crypto chat.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul the ongoing attempt from BHP to acquire Anglo American. They also explore the recent surge in the popularity of Ozempic, and the recent revitalisation of the Gamestop meme stock saga. Lastly, they briefly explored the Open AI's newest release - ChatGPT4o.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul return to the podcast to discuss their latest life updates: Parth working in a sell-side role at a bank, with Abdul working in a buy-side position with a fund manager, both based in Sydney. They dive deeper into their respective roles, give advice for students looking to break into the industry, and discuss the plan moving forward.

In this episode, Abdul breaks down the key takeaways from the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos. From the societal impact of AI to digitization for sustainability, regulatory tipping points, and the debut of crypto ETFs, he explores the dynamic discussions that unfolded at this global gathering. Join us for a concise journey through the highlights that are reshaping our world.

In this episode, Abdul navigates the complex currents of global affairs. He unravels the strategic maritime maeuvering of many big shipping companies and discusses the economic implications of these developments. He then shifts focus to the US economy, dissecting the Consumer Price Index inflation report and its implications for the bond markets. Additionally, he delves into the groundbreaking approval by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for the first spot Bitcoin ETF's.

In this episode, Abdul dives into the financial whirlwind of gold's surge and market behaviour. Explore the mysteries behind gold's record high, challenge conventional wisdom on real rates, and dissect the market frenzy post-Federal Reserve meeting. Join us for insightful analysis and a touch of humor as we navigate the unpredictable landscape of global finance.

In this episode Abdul dives into the volatile world of tech stocks. Join the conversation as we dissect the recent performance of industry giants such as Nvidia, Google, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. He also discusses the intricate relationship between interest rate hikes, inflation concerns, and the ever-sensitive stock market and there is also discussion about the possibility of rate hikes topping out.

In the episode Abdul starts the discussion in the Eurozone, which has witnessed the recent dip in inflation to 2.9%, raising questions about the region's economic policy and the European Central Bank's next moves. He then shifts focus to the United States, where a staggering $1 trillion is allocated for interest payments, signalling concerns about debt, deficits, and rising interest rates. Then, he delved into the intricate dance of power and influence in Microsoft's acquisition of Activision. Uncover the legal, financial, and global regulatory complexities that shaped this blockbuster deal. Join us as we draw parallels with historical challenges, offer predictions, and navigate the multifaceted tapestry of these economic narratives, examining the quest for stability, growth, and resilience in a world of uncertainties.

In this episode, Abdul delves into the world of finance and geopolitics, offering insights into safe haven trades during times of geopolitical tension. The discussion covers key safe haven assets like the Japanese yen, gold, bitcoin, and oil, analyzing their historical performance and their role in hedging against uncertainty. Additionally, the episode explores the evolving landscape of private equity, highlighting the significant changes it has undergone in recent years and the challenges it currently faces.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul interviewed Julian Khursigara, who is the co-founder of Search Party Property. They discussed Julian's upbringing, personal believes and motivations, and what problem his company aims to solve.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul catch up with a tech mogul who they previously interviewed 5 months ago. They discuss his latest startup, his hiring philosophy and his retirement goals.

In this episode, Abdul delved into the intriguing world of bond markets, where historic shifts are shaking the foundations of traditional investment strategies, he explored the factors behind the disconnect between stocks and bonds, from rising Treasury yields to inflation concerns and government funding risks. He also explored the recent surge of the US dollar and its potential impact on global economies. To cap it off, he provided an update on the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.

In this episode, Abdul explored the global financial landscape, where central banks from different corners of the world have hit the pause button on rate hikes. He also shined a spotlight on the energy sector, where oil supply shortages have been making headlines. Tune in for updates on the Amazon lawsuit that has been capturing attention and updates on the Instacart IPO debut.

In this episode, Abdul discussed the latest IPOs from Arm and Instacart, providing valuable insights for potential investors. He also discussed The European Central Bank's decision to raise interest rate and analyzed its potential impact on the global economy. He also examines the concerning trend of rising US inflation and its implications and lastly explores the consequences of Bernard Looney's resignation at BP. Tune in for a concise yet informative snapshot of key financial developments in this episode.

In this episode, Abdul explored the latest in global finance and diplomacy on "Global Insights, he spoke about the key takeaways from the G20 summit, updates on the ARMS IPO, the expanding BRICS group, and the groundbreaking UBS deal. Gain a comprehensive understanding of these significant developments and their global implications.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the reasons behind the weakening AUD against foreign currencies. Additionally, they discuss the upcoming Arm IPO, the accumulation of AI chips from Saudi Arabia, and the Friendtech craze in Crypto.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the FED's interest rate decision, the recent earnings releases, Twitter's rebrand to X and TikTok's entry into the text-based social media battle, as well as the staggering amount of money being invested by the Saudi government into sports and gaming.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the recent earnings releases in the financial sector. Furthermore, they discuss the Microsoft acquisition of Activision and its potential ripple effects on the gaming industry, and the "Taylor Swift Effect" singlehandedly battling recession.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul dive deep into the value drivers behind the Real Estate market and discuss the key trends impacting the future of the industry.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul explore the impact of the UBS acquisition of Credit Suisse, provide an update on the BTC spot ETF filings, discuss the suspiciously timed launch of EDX markets and the potential of fake AI news.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the ongong tensions in Russia between the Wagner Group and Putin. In addition, they explore the tight labour market, and talk about their plans for the future of this podcast.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the recent raise in the US Debt Ceiling. They also talk about the pause in interest rate hikes, the SEC lawsuits on Binance & Coinbase, and BlackRock filing for a spot BTC ETF.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the possibility of the US defaulting on its debt. Additionally, they discuss the reasons behind the recent surge in share price of NVIDIA, and the potential of OpenAI after its recent $30B valuation.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul interviewed two guests, specializing in Computer Science & Trading. They discussed their schooling and University struggles, and their personal investment philosophies in the financial markets.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss how the US commercial real estate market may be the 'next shoe to drop'. In addition, they outline the reasons behind the declining Chinese FDI in Europe, and the recent memecoin hype in the Cryptocurrency industry.

In this 5-minute weekly snippet, Parth & Abdul summarize the most recent FED Interest Rate Decision, as well as the Non-Farm payrolls data for May, giving their opinions on the matter.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss Q1 Earnings, Twitter legally changing their name to "X", and Bitcoin's recent volatility induced by Jump Crypto.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the recently release CPI figures in the US, coupled with the latest FOMC minutes. Additionally, they provide their thoughts on AI and its recent rise in popularity, as well as discuss the recent implementation of the Shanghai upgrade on Ethereum.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul interview a tech entrepreneur, discuss his startup and his outlook on the future. In addition, they dive into the interviewee's investment portfolio, and collectively discuss the ongoing banking crisis.

In this episode, Parth & Abdul discuss the US banking crisis, and the reasons behind the SVB shut down. Additionally, they talk about Balaji's bet on Bitcoin hitting $1M, and how much money they would need to retire.

In this episode, Abdul & Parth discussed the events leading up to the UBS acquisition of Credit Suisse, and Parth shared his internship experience working in the investment banking division of Credit Suisse.

In this 5-minute Weekly snippet, Parth breifly summarises Three Arrows Capital, their road to success, the wrongdoings from their co-founders, and how they went from an AUM of $10 billion, to facing bankruptcy.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse discuss the strength of the US Dollar against the Euro, soaring inflation across the globe, and how the economy is likely to perform in the upcoming months.

In this episode, Parth and Kimse discuss their thoughts on an upcoming potential recessionary phase for the economy, and why this may not be as bad as it may seem on face value.

In this snippet, Kimse discusses the recent increase in energy price in Australia with background information about how energy bill works.

In this snippet, Parth goes into detail and discusses the fundamental flaws in the Terra ecosystem, which eventually led to its fatal crash.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse discussed the potential upcoming recession in the US, rising rates globally, and the aggressive sell-off in markets.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse discuss the persistently rising inflation rate, the response of the RBA & FED, as well as Elon's hostile takeover bid on Twitter.Additionally, a special announcement for all our listeners at the end.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse reflect on their experiences as international students studying Economics, Finance & Politics in Australia, specifically the University of Melbourne, and give real insights into the system.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse cover broad topics that have taken place in the first quarter of 2022 ranging from Inflation, Cryptocurrency volatility, and persisting geopolitical tensions.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse discuss the accelerating energy crisis caused by geopolitical tensions, in addition to surging nickel prices and how this impacts the global economy.

In this episode, Kimse and Parth discuss the financial and economic implications for the Russian invasion into Ukraine, and how this may impact global markets and economies.

In this episode, Parth & Kimse discuss the recent price action in Cryptocurrencies, where Parth discusses his NFT holdings and if NFT's are a scam.

This week Parth & Kimse recorded their first in-person podcast. The discussion revolved around the recent CPI data, as well as the rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine.

This week, Parth leads the discussion about his passion for the Metaverse and we talk about prior, latest, and potential future developments for the ecosystem.

This week, Kimse leads the discussion with one of his greatest interests over the past few weeks: The rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine.

In today's podcast, we discuss the recent release of the US inflation data, and compare it to Turkey's unorthodox monetary policy decisions.We also briefly go over recent volatiliity in Crypto markets, and discuss investor sentiment.

Discussed the re-opening of the Australian borders and its impacts on international students, housing prices, wages and the general economy.Also touched upon the 'Metaverse' and its potential future implications.

In today's podcast, we cover a brief market overview of the week, followed by an update on the US FED tapering and unemployment data. We also discuss the rising producing inflation in China, as well as the $BTC ETF approval by the SEC earlier this week.

In today's podcast, we cover the upcoming NFP data alongside the Chinese PMI. We discuss the US inflation rise, and continue our previous discussion regarding the Global Energy Crisis. Lastly, we give our opinion $BTC and other Cryptocurrencies, as Bitcoin rallies past $55k.

In this episode, we discuss the reasons behind the global energy shortage & surging oil prices. We also cover the insider trading by the Vice-Chair of the FED, and discuss the infrastructure bill by the Biden administration.