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Nobody knows what the future might hold. And while the megatrends of today like renewable energy and AI could see significant growth, there is one future that you can influence – your own. In this final episode of the season, Jamila Rizvi looks at the emerging themes that could shape markets in the years ahead, and how investing today can transform your future financial position. Whatever the future holds, it is never too late to start investing - and this episode proves just that. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a reason that ETF adoption has grown so quickly: a single purchase that gives you access to multiple companies, and takes the guess work out of choosing them yourself. What could be better than that? Join Jamila Rizvi to understand if an ETF, a product created by a literal rocket scientist, could be the right addition to your portfolio. Active, passive, international, and even thematic, we break down your ETF options and show you how to get invested without too much ETF-fort. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that you are well-versed on the different sectors on the Aussie market, is a diversified portfolio simply a case of having shares within each of these? In this episode of CommSec Invest Jamila Rizvi explains the many approaches to diversification and how even a sector focused on a specific area of the market can still offer it to some level. From investing internationally, to buying physical commodities, learn how to build a portfolio that can help you weather any storm. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamila Rizvi continues our sector deep dive in this episode as we explore the remaining 6 sectors on the Aussie market, expanding on the potential opportunities and risks of having each of them in your portfolio. And you might have heard of the terms ‘bear market’ and ‘bull market’ but what do they really mean? How can you identify which market we are in and which sectors will likely perform best and worst in each. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across two episodes we put each of the market sectors under the microscope. Learn what opportunities lie within each sector, how they have each performed historically, and the risks that you should know before doubling down on a particular part of the market. Alongside Jamila Rizvi you will learn how market categorisation has made the market easier to navigate as we deep dive into five of the sectors in detail to help you build your portfolio. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a new year comes a clean slate to set goals, intentions and plan for the year ahead. This is especially true on your investing journey.  To help new investors getting started, we are running a three part podcast series laying the groundwork with a list of things to consider when beginning to invest on ASX.   In the first episode of the series, Jacinta King, ASX, asks Laura Besarati, Market Analyst at CommSec, some questions to cover the basics of investing including the difference between stocks and ETFs, how to buy and sell, what are dividends and distributions, and the characteristics of active and passive investing. Laura also provides a great review of sector performance for 2024 and how she sees they are positioned as the year begins. Stay tuned for episode two Did you know that investing is not just about being financially savvy and learning how to put a portfolio of stocks together. There is a bit of psychology behind it and being conscious of human biases is part of the journey in understanding what kind of investor you are. Join ASX and our next guest, Global X as they discuss this before they delve into some time-tested ways of investing. https://www.asx.com.au/

Why do overseas events matter if you only invest in Australian companies? In this episode Jamila Rizvi looks at the global players that can significantly impact local markets, and what international data to watch to understand these movements. Learn how staying updated on global happenings can help you to identify market trends and opportunities, and why tariffs, tensions, and trade stats should be on your radar. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does a news headline have the power to move markets? Will a company earnings report send your gains spiralling? In this episode Jamila Rizvi dives into the news, data, and information that investors might like to watch, and why only some of it is likely to impact your bottom line. Whether you’re a data junkie or someone who sweats at the sight of an excel spreadsheet, we draw back the curtain on the metrics that might matter. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid news headlines that dance around the word recession and speak of the rising cost of living, is now the time to be investing your hard-earned dollars into the share market? Shine your school shoes, pack your lunch, and settle in because investing school is back in session, and this season Jamila Rizvi is taking you beyond the basics! Learn what makes an economy tick, how your investment dollars might perform in the current climate, and where opportunities could lie if you are looking to invest right now. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment rises to 4.0% putting rate cuts at the February RBA meeting in doubt, AMP's Diana Mousina explains why. Plus, an outlook of local and global share markets with State Street's Clive Maguchu and Commsec's Laura Besarati.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full analysis of the RBA's latest cash rate decision with NAB's Chief Economist Alan Oster, Canstar's Sally Tindall, CommSec's Laura Besarati and Business Reporter Ed Boyd. Deep dive into what the RBA is thinking and when rates will be cut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne's property market remains the great under-achiever of the nation but that may be about to change.   A number of key indicators suggest better performance by the Melbourne property market is imminent.   One pointer to better times is the latest Property Sentiment survey by API magazine, which recorded a major turnaround in investor attitudes towards the Victorian property market.   The survey asked: Which state or territory do you regard as having the best property investment prospects for the next 12 months?   Mid-year Melbourne and Victoria attracted only 8.6 per cent of respondents who felt it was the best state for property investment.   Three months later in the new survey there was a remarkable turnaround, with 25 per cent identifying Victoria as having the best property investment prospects for the next 12 months.   This ranked Victoria No.2 - above New South Wales and Western Australia, and close behind Queensland in the investment popularity stakes.   One of the attractions of Melbourne is its relative affordability, thanks for the absence of price growth in the past two years.   The latest Home Price Index from PropTrack shows that Melbourne is currently cheaper than Canberra and Brisbane, as well as being well behind Sydney. Melbourne's median dwelling price is on a par with Adelaide and Perth now.   Sydney's median dwelling price is $1.1 million, compared to $790,000 in Melbourne.   There is a growing perception that Melbourne is now affordable and poised for capital growth that would return it to its more familiar spot sitting a little ehind Sydney as the country's priciest market.   Indeed, the latest PropTrack price report notes recent evidence of a turnaround for Melbourne. It says:   “Price falls have started to reverse in Melbourne, with buyers out in force for the peak of spring selling season. Prices rose 0.5% in October, the highest monthly growth rate among the capital cities.”   Other factors suggesting that Melbourne is due for a period of stronger property market performance include population growth (fuelled by overseas migrants and international students), a solid economy and a significant program of major infrastructure developments.   The latest edition of the State of the States report from CommSec ranked Victoria No.4 among the state and territory economies, ahead of NSW, the ACT, Tasmania and the Northern Territory. The report said the greatest strength of the Victoria economy is the level of construction work.   The latest population data from the ABS shows Victoria had the second highest growth rate among the states and territories in the year to March 2024, rising 2.7% compared to the national average of 2.3% - and bettered only by Western Australia.   In raw numbers, Victoria added more to its population than any other state, ahead of NSW and Queensland.   Jacob Caine, President of the REIV, says Victoria has always been an attractive destination for overseas and interstate migration.   Caine says: “Melbourne's reputation as one of the most liveable cities is well deserved.   “We have a growing population and growing demand for rental properties with new residents more likely to rent before buying.   “The challenge in Victoria is a lack of housing supply, and the need for Government to build a stronger policy platform that will attract new property investors to meet the needs of the market.”   One positive policy from the State Government is the recent announcement that the stamp duty concession for off-the-plan properties in Victoria has been extended to investors - and the price cap removed for home buyers, albeit temporarily.   This has been largely welcomed by the sector, as offering a much-needed boost to development.   New data from off-the-plan property portal, urban.com.au, has shown a “massive spike in interest” for Victorian off-the-plan projects after the concession's announcement, reporting an immediate 123 per cent increase in direct online enquiries, and a fivefold increase in online traffic volume.   Another factor in favour of investors is the reduction is the number of rental properties available, putting upward pressure on residential rents.   For the first time since records began in 1999, Victoria's active rental bonds dropped significantly over the 12 months to June 2024, signalling a significant shift in the state's rental market.   There are now 22,000 fewer rental properties in the market than a year ago.   Victoria's high property taxes and stricter rental property standards have made owning investment properties less attractive. These factors, combined with sustained higher interest rates, have driven many landlords to sell off their properties.   Melbourne's metro areas have experienced the largest declines, with more than 20,000 fewer rental properties, a 3.7% year-on-year decrease. Regional Victoria saw a smaller drop of around 1,000 properties.   Every Melbourne LGA saw rents rise in the past year, with some regions experiencing increases of nearly 20%. Overall, rents are (on average) 7.5% higher than a year ago, creating affordability challenges for tenants.   Another positive for the state is that Victoria currently leads the nation in first-home buyer activity, accounting for 32% of new loans.   Victoria's population is projected to grow significantly over the next five years, further increasing demand for rental properties. The shrinking rental market, combined with rising construction costs and fewer new developments, could exacerbate housing affordability issues for both renters and buyers.   The Australian Financial Review reported earlier this month that “Melbourne's housing market could outperform Sydney and other capital cities once it emerges from its current downturn, boosted by a marked improvement in affordability after years of weak growth”.   Nicola Powell, Domain's chief of research and economics, says: “In the next cycle, we're likely to see Melbourne overperform because it has underperformed significantly compared to other capital cities since March 2020.”   AMP capital's chief economist Shane Oliver says he expects Melbourne prices to grow more than Sydney's in the next upswing.   Oliver says: “Melbourne's been lagging for some time, but this has made the property market relatively cheap compared to Sydney and the other cities. Because of its relative underperformance, it could bounce back a little bit quicker and sharper.”   At Hotspotting, our assessment is that many of the key parameters and indicators are lining up to boost the growth prospects for Melbourne and Regional Victoria in 2025. The city and the state generally are overdue for a period of price growth.  

Trump's victory has sent the US share market flying, Perpetual's Matt Sherwood and CommSec's Laura Besarati reveal which stocks have gone to the moon. Plus, the government releases the final report into the PwC tax leak scandal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Hotspotting we believe real estate markets are local in nature and are subject to the strength or weakness of the local economy. While economists cling to their kindergarten theory that markets are essentially driven by interest rates, the stark differences in local markets across Australia suggest that there is something more powerful in play. If it were true that high interest rates mean prices will fall, then everywhere in Australian would have falling property prices in 2024, which is what major bank economists and others like them predicted at the start of the year. The reality that Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide and many key regional centres have had booming property prices indicates that (a) the economists are wrong in their simplistic theory; and (b) there are larger forces of influence, which are local in nature. And the record shows that the local economy is the key factor, over-riding any influence from interest rates, which are the same everywhere in Australia. For that reason, I always take note the quarterly editions of The State of the States report published by CommSec, which is part of Commonwealth Bank. For many years I've detected a correlation between the findings of that report and outcomes with property prices in our capital cities and our regional markets. The report uses eight different metrics, including construction work, population growth, retail spending, housing finance and employment data, to rank the eight state and territory economies. The latest quarterly edition of State of the States ranks the states and territories like this: Western Australia 1, South Australia 2, Queensland 3. Not coincidentally, the leading cities with booming property prices are, in order, Perth 1, Adelaide 2 and Brisbane 3. In addition to that, the leading regional markets are Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland. The report finds that the greatest strength for WA is population growth while the greatest weakness is dwelling starts – and those two factors working together would tend to put upward pressure on property prices (and rents). South Australia's greatest strength is economic growth while in Queensland it's housing finance. The jurisdictions with the weakest economies – the Northern Territory, the ACT and New South Wales – are also the places where property prices have been weak recently. So if you want a simple method of detecting where dwelling prices are most likely to be strong, keep track of the quarterly editions of the State of the States report.  

Rhayna Bosch speaks with Ryan Felsman from CommSec about its State of the States report to find out who is leading the nation; SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets about how the US election is impacting shares; plus AFCA's June Smith about why the industry has seen a record rise in financial complaints lobbed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and what can be done about it

Rhayna Bosch speaks with Ryan Felsman from CommSec about its State of the States report to find out who is leading the nation; SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets about how the US election is impacting shares; plus AFCA's June Smith about why the industry has seen a record rise in financial complaints lobbed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and what can be done about it

What's it like transition from the world of music to the high-stakes environment of Wall Street? In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kevin Davis, a former rapper who found his calling as a stockbroker and financial coach. His story is not only inspiring but also filled with valuable insights for anyone interested in the stock market.Here's the link to find out more about Investment DojoHere's a link to the blog post: https://www.sharesforbeginners.com/blog/investment-dojoIf you are looking for a good brokerage platform to get started with your investment. Don't forget to check out Moomoo. Moomoo offers one of the lowerest comission fees in Australia for US shares and ETFs starting at just .99US cents per trade, and CHESS-sponsored ASX shares and ETFs from just 3 Aussie dollars per trade. That's even cheaper than platforms like Pearler and CommSec. Moomoo has a robust trading community of 22 million users where you can learn from other users's analysis. It also has features such as analyst ratings and Morning Star research that shows you the target price for each share from Wall Street Analysts. For platform trust and safety, Moomoo is fully ASIC regulated, and has client funds stored independently with Commbank, HSBC, and MUFG. If you sign up and deposit just $100 in Moomoo now and leave it for 30 days, you can get 3 free shares. And if you deposit $2000 and keep it for 30 days, you can get 10 free shares. And, for any uninvested cash of up to 80,000 Aussie dollars, you receive 6.8% p.a. Interest for 30 days. If you are unsure about getting started investing with shares, Moomoo also has a great virtual trading feature that can help you practice first without risking real money.Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they're offering something of value.Shares for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Shares for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Shares for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Fully franked dividends are a prized asset of the Australian market. While the lack of growth is often lamented, plenty of self-funded retirees are content to dine on the distributions of Australia's big miners and banks.  And who can blame them - high commodity prices, particularly in iron ore and lithium, resulted in record dividends from the top end of town. However, after peaking in 2021 and 2022, dividends from mining companies are steadily declining. Research from Commsec published late in 2023 showed that the 12-month forward dividend yield for the ASX200 has been below the long-run average of 4.7%, and dividend per share estimates have been cut by 14 per cent.  The good news is that Australian banks have been increasing their dividends whilst also enjoying surging share prices. There is also a long list of consistent dividend paying stocks that often fly under the radar. In this episode of the Rules of Investing, Livewire's James Marlay speaks with Plato Investment Management's Dr Don Hamson to get his diagnosis on the case of the 'disappearing dividends'. Hamson insists that diversification remains a free lunch for investors, especially for those seeking stable and consistent returns. He also emphasizes that fully franked dividends continue to stack up as the backbone of an income-generating portfolio. Timecodes: 0:00 - Introduction 1:43 - The outlook for dividends 8:27 - Dividends versus Fixed Income 10:25 - Dwindling dividends 13:08 - The dividend outlook for mining shares 17:00 - Tactics to combat declining dividends 20:07 - Australian banks - stable but expensive 22:10 - The case for diversification 25:15 - Winning by avoiding the losers 28:09 - What returns are realistic for Plato? 31:26 - A lesson from Medibank Private 34:10 - Don't focus on the US election 36:23 - The stock most likely to be a 5-year resident in the Plato Australian Shares Income Fund

Chris and Co have been working hard as usual this week on a vast array of stories. Another week where there's been a lot happening in the world of news in the NT and we've got it all for you here on the weekend edition. Each week we speak with Chris Walsh, Editor of the NT Independent online newspaper, about some of the stories making news in the Territory. This week's stories are: 1. ‘Gas industry capture?': CDU's deal with government to monitor Beetaloo gas industry called into question https://ntindependent.com.au/gas-industry-capture-cdus-deal-with-government-to-monitor-beetaloo-gas-industry-called-into-question/ 2. NT Government signs deal with Tamboran to buy Beetaloo gas for ‘energy security' before final environmental approval https://ntindependent.com.au/tamboran-signs-deal-with-nt-government-to-supply-beetaloo-gas-for-energy-security-before-final-environmental-approval/ 3. NT Fire executive silent on overtime audit, findings of internal fraud investigation https://ntindependent.com.au/nt-fire-executive-silent-on-overtime-audit-findings-of-internal-fraud-investigation/ 4. Labor announces old Berrimah prison, Alice Springs facility to become women's prisons https://ntindependent.com.au/labor-announces-old-berrimah-prison-alice-springs-facility-to-become-womens-prisons/ 5. Paech and Labor face criticism over plan to establish two new prisons https://ntindependent.com.au/paech-and-labor-face-criticism-over-plan-to-establish-two-new-prisons/ 6. NT economy still the worst performer in the country, latest CommSec report shows https://ntindependent.com.au/nt-economy-still-the-worst-performer-in-the-country-latest-commsec-report-shows/7. Neonatal ICU back to higher level of care, but doctor's union raises concernshttps://ntindependent.com.au/neonatal-icu-back-to-higher-level-of-care-but-doctors-union-raises-concerns/8. Drones and AI used for crocodile conservationhttps://ntindependent.com.au/drones-and-ai-used-for-crocodile-conservation/9. Job of the week - https://www.seek.com.au/job/75390103?savedSearchID=3a06b5cc-a1de-11e8-93a9-0bd920cd47b0&tracking=JMC-SavedSearch-anz-1 The Territory Story podcast thanks to Oppidanus Digital Marketing, your local digital marketing agency. For more information about web design, search engine optimisation, social media management, video marketing or to discuss your digital marketing needs go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.oppidanus.com.au.⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/territorystory/message

South Australia is the nation's leading economy according to CommSec's quarterly State of the States report. John Baldock speaks with Craig James to find out more. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out why the market is breathing a sigh of relief with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia.

The national fight over GST might be the best State of Origin Battle, but which economy is performing when you stack the states together?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is this the correction the Australian sharemarket had to have? After hitting a record high last week, the ASX200 has fallen around 2.5% so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bodgan from Blackmore Capital for his take on where to next for the market, plus Rhayna Bosch discusses what's in store this dividend season with Craig James from CommSec.

On the show this week, we welcome Tim Whybourne, Managing Partner at Emanuel, Whybourne and Loehr, an investment advisory firm with offices in Sydney and Brisbane.   EW&L have also been an ongoing Beyond Billables client for the last eighteen months.  On the show we discussed Tim's career, how he and the team have grown EW&L, and the challenges all professional services firms face. We also discussed markets broadly and Tim's strategy  Tim has more than 15 years' experience at the sharp end of financial services and planning. His experience has been garnered from more than a decade in financial services including CommSec, FP Markets, UBS Wealth, and Morgan Stanley. Aside from investments, we also discuss building strong client relationships, and tailoring to high net-worth clients. Obviously, nothing discussed in the show should be taken as financial advice at all and all discussions were general in nature. 

Welcome to the Equity Mates Summer Series, over 12 episodes we're deep diving into some of the most exciting, interesting and well-known companies from around the world. AutoZone, Inc., the leading American retailer in aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, stands as the largest of its kind in the United States. Specialising in auto parts retail with its own private label brands, AutoZone boasts a robust network of 7,140 stores spanning the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and the US Virgin Islands. Unique to its operational model, all AutoZone stores are corporately owned, as the company operates without franchises. We're joined by Anthony Doyle, the Head of Investment Strategy for the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund, to go through the numbers. He goes through his thoughts on where the company trying to build a sustainable competitive advantage, what he'd be most concerned about if you were to invest, and if the company is successful in its ambitions, what that'll look like in 10 years.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proud to partner with CommSec, the home of investing. Often we get frustrated with the lack of access to international markets, particularly when there are so many great opportunities outside of Australia. However, with CommSec those opportunities are a reality, with access to 13 international markets, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here.You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our sixth and final episode we're talking about taking the good skills and habits we've built and turning them into a plan to achieve FIRE - financial independence, retire early. This episode we cover why so many people want to achieve FIRE, the different ways of calculating your FIRE number, and what to do in different stages of life? As in... does FIRE factor in children and school fees?Investing and building wealth is a lifelong journey, as we're discussing in this series. Keep up to date with what impacts your investments through CommSec's investing hub. You can get to grips with investing basics, learn about different global markets, or find information and research on stocks and ETFs. Get $0 brokerage for your first 10 trades for Australian markets when you sign up. Visit commsec.com.au for more. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. **********This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Equity Mates Summer Series, proudly brought to you by CommSec, the home of investing. Over 12 episodes we're deep diving into some of the most exciting, interesting and well-known companies from around the world. Today we're talking about Lowes - not to be confused with Australia's Lowes - this is a hardware giant listed over in the US. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States. As of Oct. 28, 2022, Lowe's and its related businesses operated 2,181 home improvement and hardware stores in North America. We unpack the company on our own before being joined by Tracey Wahlberg - Investment Analyst at Magellan - who helps us go through her analysis. The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec, who make it easy to tap into the world's leading share markets. We're covering plenty of global stocks in this series that are likely to get you excited, and CommSec has 13 international markets available, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Get the access you need as a global investor. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage.Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Correction [02:25]: Mineral Resources has recently noted the total purchase price for the Bald Hill lithium mine will be higher than the $260M referenced in this episode and by the AFR."Welcome to the Equity Mates Summer Series, proudly brought to you by CommSec, the home of investing. Over 12 episodes we're deep diving into some of the most exciting, interesting and well-known companies from around the world. Mineral Resources Limited (MIN), an Australian company, specialises in diversified mining services and resources, focusing on iron ore, lithium, and energy. As one of Australia's leading iron ore producers and a significant producer of lithium spodumene concentrate, MIN is committed to being a world-class entity in its field. This commitment is evident in their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, aiming to deliver outstanding value to shareholders, customers, and employees. To chat about it with us, is Fraser Christie - who's a member of the investment team at TDM Growth Partners.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec, the home of investing. If you've just started investing, or looking to build confidence, CommSec has free tools and resources available, before you even sign up, to help you on your journey. Get a grip on all the investing basics with CommSec. Start investing with as little as $50 through the CommBank app. Go to commbank.com.au for more. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here.You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec.*****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This summer, we're taking a journey to financial freedom. Over six episodes we'll be talking about the practical steps you can take today to set yourself up for that ultimate goal - FIRE - Financial Independence, Retiring Early. In our fifth episode we're talking about ways to boost our income. By the end of this episode you'll have heard how many times we've failed at side hustles, learn from our failures and successes, know that you don't need to earn a lot for a side hustle to be valuable, and have some examples to think about. We know it can be daunting to get started - the feeling of investing hard earned dollars can be scary. Starting small is a good way to ease the nerves and get going. With CommSec you can get started with as little as $50 in the CommBank app, and set up regular investing to help build your portfolio over time. Visit commbank.com.au for more.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're in the midst of our Summer Series. Over 12 episodes we're deep diving into some of the most exciting, interesting and well-known companies from around the world. This episode it's Corporate Travel Management Ltd, a travel management company, originated in Australia and has since expanded its operations to include the United States and the United Kingdom. In 2020, the company entered the North American market through the acquisition of Travel & Transport, a TMC based in Omaha. Notably, the company manages a hotel booking portal for individuals returning to the U.K. as part of the government's Hotel Quarantine Program, successfully processing over 1.5 million transactions. To help us break it down, we're joined by Scott Phillips, the CIO at The Motley Fool. The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec. The beauty of investing is you don't need a degree to get started and to be successful. You can educate yourself. CommSec has a rich library of resources for you to stock up on tips and tools to help you find and research a stock and understand the stock market.Get $0 brokerage on your first 10 trades for Australian markets, when you join. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is focussed on Viva Energy, an Australian company, which holds ownership of the Geelong Oil Refinery and distributes Shell-branded fuels throughout Australia through a license agreement. The company operates in three primary sectors:Energy & Infrastructure, with a focus on the refinery, which is one of the two refineries in Australia.Commercial and Industrial, catering to Business-to-Business (B2B) needs, including aviation, maritime, and agricultural sectors.Convenience & Mobility, managing retail petrol stations across the country.Our guest expert is Oscar Oberg, a seasoned professional, who's the Lead Portfolio Manager at Wilson Asset Management. The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec. If the Equity Mates content isn't enough for you, CommSec has a content hub stocked with all the support, information and resources you need to build confidence and make the right money moves.Get $0 brokerage on your first 10 trades for Australian markets, when you join. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This summer, we're taking a journey to financial freedom! In 6 episodes we'll be talking about the practical steps you can take today to set yourself up for that ultimate goal - FIRE - Financial Independence, Retiring Early.In our fourth episode we're meeting the millionaire next door. By the end of this episode you'll know about the Millionaire Next Door (psst. It's a book!), understand some good habits to build long-term wealth, and start building these habits into your own life. If you're looking for more info beyond this podcast, CommSec has a wealth of content available to get you going. From stories of other young investors, to sectors in the spotlight, there's free support and information to build your confidence and make the right money moves. Visit commsec.com.au for more.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Altium Limited is an American - Australian multinational software company that provides electronic design automation software to engineers who design printed circuit boards. So if you're unfamiliar, think of a microchip, with all the little wires and transistors on it, this software helps design those. As you can imagine, it's applicable to many, many industries. To break down this company today, we're joined by Jun Bei Liu - Portfolio Manager at Tribeca Investment Partners.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proud to partner with CommSec, the home of investing. Often we get frustrated with the lack of access to international markets, particularly when there are so many great opportunities outside of Australia. However, with CommSec those opportunities are a reality, with access to 13 international markets, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here.You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec*****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Federal Government is facing calls to match its fee-free TAFE commitment. A flood watch has been issued for Southeast QLD. The Victorian Government has ignored the parliamentary inquiry recommendation to outlaw recreational duck hunting. NSW caseworkers are failing to visit up to 76 per cent of young people reported as vulnerable. South Australia has overtaken  Victoria as the best-performing economy in the nation by CommSec. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

InMode develops, manufacturers, and markets devices harnessing novel radio-frequency (RF) based devices that strives to enable new emerging surgical procedures as well as improve existing treatments. We're joined by Tobias Carlisle, Principal at Acquirers Funds, who helps us explain what InMode does, tells us which metrics matter and which ones don't, and where the company is trying to build a sustainable competitive advantage. The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec, the home of investing. If you've just started investing, or looking to build confidence, CommSec has free tools and resources available, before you even sign up, to help you on your journey. Get a grip on all the investing basics with CommSec. Start investing with as little as $50 through the CommBank app. Go to commbank.com.au for more. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, you've just bought your first share. Congratulations! But although you may feel like the hard work is done, it's not time to hang your boots up just yet. In the final episode of the series Jamila is joined by all our experts and investors once more, as they share their insights into how you can level up your investment game. Ever heard of an AGM? How about earnings reports? Do you know what your tax obligations are? This episode will give you some key information and dates to help you stay engaged with your investment and make your money work for you. Plus, you'll get some parting words of wisdom from all our guests before you venture out into the big wide world of the share market on your own.  The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer, we're taking a journey to financial freedom! In 6 episodes we'll be talking about the practical steps you can take today to set yourself up for that ultimate goal - FIRE - Financial Independence, Retiring Early.In our third episode we're focusing on those baby steps that you can take to build wealth in a cost of living crisis. By the end of this episode you'll know that it's okay to take it slow, know which platforms let you start investing with just a few dollars, and have an idea of where you can generate some extra cash to invest. Investing and building wealth is a lifelong journey, as we're discussing in this series. Keep up to date with what impacts your investments through CommSec's investing hub. You can get to grips with investing basics, learn about different global markets, or find information and research on stocks and ETFs.Get $0 brokerage for your first 10 trades for Australian markets when you sign up. Visit commsec.com.au for more. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commbank. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the moment we've all been waiting for! But before you take the plunge and buy a share, you need to know what's on the menu. In this episode Jamila and her team run through everything you can buy on the share market and how you can buy it. From ETFs to individual shares, brokers to IPO's, learn about all the different options and why some might be better suited to you than others. Consider this your crash course in becoming a share market sommelier – not just familiar with the house wines, but also with those hidden gems stored in the cellar. Cheers to becoming a savvy investor! The content in this podcast is prepared, approved, and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice. Opinions expressed are those of the individuals referenced and not CommSec's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dropsuite Limited, founded in 2011 as Dropmysite, is a Singapore-based software platform specialising in cloud backup, archiving, and recovery services, catering primarily to business continuity and compliance needs of large companies, not personal devices. The company's journey began when founder John Fearon, seeking a backup solution for his business website, raised $300,000 on a Singaporean TV show, leading to the development of services like Dropmymail for email backup and Dropmymobile for smartphone backup. In 2016, the company rebranded to Dropsuite and made its debut on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) through a backdoor listing in December of the same year. Our Equity Mates Expert of the Year, and Ren's mentor, Andrew Page, joins us to chat through the thesis for and against the company.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec, the home of investing. If you've just started investing, or looking to build confidence, CommSec has free tools and resources available, before you even sign up, to help you on your journey. Get a grip on all the investing basics with CommSec. Start investing with as little as $50 through the CommBank app. Go to commbank.com.au for more. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Australia's unemployment rate remained at 3.9 per cent in December bit more than 100,000 full-time positions were lost. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Craig James from CommSec to explain, plus Stefan Vogel from Rabobank tells Rhayna Bosch that the Red Sea conflict could have major implications for the nation's agribusiness sector and consumer prices, and the day on the markets with Gemma Dale from nabtrade.

Orora Group, established as Australian Glass Manufacturers in 1949, has evolved into a global leader in packaging manufacturing, distribution, and visual communication solutions. Expanding from its initial focus on glass bottles and jars, Orora diversified into metal cans and plastic containers in the 1960s and 1970s, and later acquired companies like Amcor Limited and Orora Packaging Limited. In 2013, the company rebranded to Orora Limited, reflecting its broadened scope and commitment to innovative packaging solutions. We're joined by Anna Milne, from Wilson Asset Management, (who's quickly becoming our resident packaging expert) to go into this deep dive on the company.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec. The beauty of investing is you don't need a degree to get started and to be successful. You can educate yourself. CommSec has a rich library of resources for you to stock up on tips and tools to help you find and research a stock and understand the stock market.Get $0 brokerage on your first 10 trades for Australian markets, when you join. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This summer, we're taking a journey to financial freedom! In 6 episodes we'll be talking about the practical steps you can take today to set yourself up for that ultimate goal - FIRE - Financial Independence, Retiring Early. Today we're chatting about how to get from debt ridden to debt free.By the end of this episode you'll know why the journey to financial freedom starts with getting out of debt, have a clear idea of what debt you should pay off first, and understand what we mean when we talk about good debt v bad debt. We know it can be daunting to get started - the feeling of investing hard earned dollars can be scary. Starting small is a good way to ease the nerves and get going. With CommSec you can get started with as little as $50 in the CommBank app, and set up regular investing to help build your portfolio over time. Visit commbank.com.au for more.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, operates through three primary segments: Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets, with Google Services being its largest, generating $283.53 billion in revenue, largely driven by Google Ads and YouTube, which accounts for approximately 11% of Google's revenue. Google Cloud, offering a suite of cloud computing services, contributed $26.28 billion to Alphabet's revenue, highlighting its growing presence in the cloud sector. We chat about Alphabet - I mean, do we really need to give it an introduction? But then a returning Equity Mate favourite, Mary Manning, also joins us to unpack the company.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec. If the Equity Mates content isn't enough for you, CommSec has a content hub stocked with all the support, information and resources you need to build confidence and make the right money moves.Get $0 brokerage on your first 10 trades for Australian markets, when you join. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now, click here. You could win $500 by filling out our EM Community Survey. Click here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Landstar System, Inc. is revolutionising the American trucking industry by operating as a unique marketplace, connecting a fragmented network of over 50,000 independent truckers with hundreds of thousands of businesses needing freight services. Unlike traditional trucking companies, Landstar does not own trucks; instead, it relies on a decentralised network of 1,200 independent agents who work on commission, facilitating efficient and flexible freight solutions. We chat about our thoughts on the company, before we're joined by Will Dowd from Fairlight Asset Management, who gives his ideas!The Equity Mates Summer Series is proud to partner with CommSec, the home of investing. Often we get frustrated with the lack of access to international markets, particularly when there are so many great opportunities outside of Australia. However, with CommSec those opportunities are a reality, with access to 13 international markets, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email.Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest for your loved ones this Christmas. Click here.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This summer, we're taking a journey to financial freedom! In 6 episodes we'll be talking about the practical steps you can take today to set yourself up for that ultimate goal - FIRE - Financial Independence, Retiring Early.It's our first episode today - and we're focusing on building the right mindset. By the end of this episode you'll be aware of the common limiting beliefs when it comes to investing, how to recognise those elements in yourself, and 3 key changes everyone can make to improve their mindset for 2024.If you're looking for more info beyond this podcast, CommSec has a wealth of content available to get you going. From stories of other young investors, to sectors in the spotlight, there's free support and information to build your confidence and make the right money moves. Visit commsec.com.au for more.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest to start 2024 right. Click here.Our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're launching into our 2024 Summer Series - an Equity Mates tradition! This year we're kicking off with NVIDIA, renowned for its innovation in graphics processing units (GPUs) and system on a chip units (SoCs). The company has seen a significant demand for its H100 chip, with a waiting list exceeding six months despite its $40,000 retail price. The company's stock value has impressively surged by 240% this year, marking a 1,000% increase over five years and an astounding 10,000% since 2014. We talk about what we know about the stock, before bringing in Kieran Moore from Munro Partners, who helps us dig into the facts and figures.The Equity Mates Summer Series is proudly supported by CommSec, who make it easy to tap into the world's leading share markets. We're covering plenty of global stocks in this series that are likely to get you excited, and CommSec has 13 international markets available, from the US, to Norway, Germany and Japan. Get the access you need as a global investor. Invest in shares on the US Market from just $5 USD brokerage. Download the CommSec app today or visit commsec.com.au. CommSec T&Cs and other fees and charges apply. Investing in overseas markets exposes you to additional risk.If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email.Buy a copy of Don't Stress, Just Invest now. Click here. Also, our 2024 community survey is now live. Click here to fill out the details and win! T&Cs are here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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. *****This episode contained sponsored content from Commsec. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast 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.Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many Australians, investing is a daunting activity to get started with. However, micro-investing apps like Pearler Micro, Raiz, CommSec Pocket, Sharesies, and more have broken down many of the traditional barriers to investing for beginners.   Starting with just $5, you can get your first taste of being an owner in our global economy rather than just a consumer, which is pretty exciting! In this episode, Kate Campbell and Owen Rask dive into what micro-investing is, how it works, pros and cons, and some of the platforms you can try in Australia.

Greg talks about how he picks his DK Network write ups, recaps Thursday's college basketball results, talks to Blake Lovell of Southeastern 14 about the commSEC hurting themselves with a bad Tuesday and what to expect from the SEC teams involved in big games on Friday & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Friday college basketball game! Spreadsheet Link: https://www.vsin.com/betting-resources/greg-petersons-daily-handicapped-college-basketball-lines/  Podcast Highlights 2:26-How Greg picks his DK Network writeup 4:40-Recap of Thursday's results 14:48-Interview with Blake Lovell 38:51-Start of picks Charlotte vs Liberty  41:19-Picks & analysis for Charleston vs Duquesne  44:00-Picks & analysis for Penn vs St. Joseph's  46:52-DK Network Pick Youngstown St vs Michigan  50:07--Picks & analysis for Belmont vs Furman 52:49-Picks & analysis for So Miss vs Akron 55:47-Picks & analysis for Texas A&M vs Ohio St 58:35-Picks & analysis for Morehead St vs Purdue 1:01:15-Picks & analysis for Boston College Ve Citadel  1:03:31-Picks & analysis for Troy vs Oregon St 1:05:57-Picks & analysis for Wake Forest vs Georgia 1:08:35-Picks & analysis for Princeton vs Hofstra 1:11:26-Picks & analysis for Monmouth vs West Virginia  1:13:50-Picks & analysis for Arizona vs Duke 1:16:23-Picks & analysis for Virginia vs Florida 1:19:08-Picks & analysis for Chattanooga vs Louisville  1:21:37-Picks & analysis for Samford vs VCU 1:24:04-Picks & analysis for No Carolina A&T vs Greensboro  1:26:32-Picks & analysis for UCF vs Miami 1:29:02-Picks & analysis for Abilene Christian vs NC State 1:31:26-Picks & analysis for Detroit vs Cincinnati  1:33:51-Picks & analysis for UTSA vs Minnesota  1:36:14-Picks & analysis for Indiana St vs Alabama 1:38:40-Picks & analysis for Rio Grande Valley vs South Dakota 1:41:36-Picks & analysis for Harvard vs Rice 1:43:39-Picks & analysis for Ea Washington vs Ole Miss 1:45:56-Picks & analysis for TN Tech vs Murray St 1:48:23-Picks & analysis for Oakland vs Illinois 1:50:53-Picks & analysis for Manhattan vs Kansas 1:53:14-Picks & analysis for Dayton vs Northwestern  1:55:42-Picks & analysis for Rider vs Marquette 1:57:50-Picks & analysis for SE Missouri vs Butler 2:00:22-Picks & analysis for Idaho St vs St. Thomas 2:02:28-Picks & analysis for Little Rock vs UIC 2:04:37-Picks & analysis for Yale vs Gonzaga 2:07:05-Picks & analysis for Tennessee vs Wisconsin  2:09:45-Picks & analysis for San Diego St vs BYU 2:11:57-Picks & analysis for Montana vs Oregon 2:14:00-Picks & analysis for Sacramento St vs Stanford  2:15:57-Picks & analysis for Memphis vs Missouri 2:18:30-Picks & analysis for IUPUI vs Valparaiso  2:20:45-Picks & analysis for Wright St vs Colorado St 2:23:02-Picks & analysis for VA Tech vs South Carolina  2:25:14-Picks & analysis for UC Riverside vs Utah 2:27:16-Picks & analysis for Pacific vs California  2:29:29-Picks & analysis for Davidson vs Maryland 2:31:40-Picks & analysis for UAB vs Clemson 2:33:52-Start of extra games Air Force vs Long Island  2:36:01-Picks & analysis for Cen Connecticut vs Quinnipiac 2:37:46-Picks & analysis for Kennesaw St vs Florida St 2:39:53-Picks & analysis for UMass Lowell vs Dartmouth  2:41:37-Picks & analysis for Jacksonville vs Xavier  2:43:53-Picks & analysis for Le Moyne vs Villanova 2:46:23-Picks & analysis for USC Upstate vs Vanderbilt  2:48:25-Picks & analysis for Texas A&M Comm vs Kentucky  2:50:43-Picks & analysis for Boston U vs Rutgers 2:52:45-Picks & analysis for Binghamton vs Pittsburgh  2:55:03-Picks & analysis for Austin Peay vs George Mason  2:57:36-Picks & analysis for Sacred Heart vs Iona 2:59:24-Picks & analysis for Radford vs Marshall  3:01:36-Picks & analysis for Lehigh vs Penn St 3:04:00-Picks & analysis for Miss Valley St vs Oklahoma  3:05:55-Picks & analysis for Delaware St vs Texas 3:07:45-Picks & analysis for Grambling vs Colorado  3:09:41-Picks & analysis for Queens vs So Illinois 3:11:54-Picks & analysis for Alabama St vs Iowa 3:14:23-Picks & analysis for Bellarmine vs Kansas St 3:16:17-Picks & analysis for SE Louisiana vs Auburn 3:18:12-Picks & analysis for Gardner Webb vs Arkansas  3:20:23-Picks & analysis for Nicholls vs LSU 3:22:08-Picks & analysis for Temple vs Navy 3:24:09-Picks & analysis for Prairie View vs Washington St 3:26:03-Picks & analysis for Jackson St vs Cal Baptist 3:27:50-Picks & analysis for Lafayette vs UCLASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're winding back to a 2020 interview with Tom Piotrowski, a renowned Market Analyst at CommSec, and a highly respected figure in the finance industry. This Bitesize he shares his thoughts on the importance of getting started, and why time is the most important variable. Listen to the full episode here:Website If you want to go beyond the podcast and learn more, check out our accompanying email. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started 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. *****Get Started 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.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost $22bn in dividends will be paid out this week as some of Australia's largest companies reward shareholders. But with an economic slowdown, what's the future of dividends? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Craig James from CommSec for more, plus Alex Pikoulas, CFA from Harper Bernays on the day on the markets including a new challenge for Qantas.