Ira Epstein has been trading US markets since the 1970s, and he’s seen it all. So is he excited or concerned about this frothy market? In this timely podcast, Ira joins the podcast from Chicago to share his thoughts on: AI, driverless cars and uncharted territory for the labour market Why Warren Buffett is building a huge cash buffer How rates markets have overestimated the potential for cuts Tariffs and geopolitics – potential winners and losers, and Why, if you’re going to invest, you’ve...

While many look to smaller companies for growth potential, the ASX offers a number of high quality smaller businesses at attractive valuations as well. So where should investors look for potential winners? Firetrail Investments portfolio manager Eleanor Swanson joins the podcast to discuss: why the more cyclical end of the market should start to perform where to look for turnaround stories and the right kind of re-rating the resources sector with the best supply/demand outlook, and her...

With the US election just weeks away, markets feel almost eerily calm. But the potential for significant policy divergence and volatility in markets remains – so what are the key risks and opportunities, and who wins what? Dr David Allen from Plato Investment Management joins the podcast to discuss: why traditional energy stocks rose 150% under Biden clean energy rose 150% under Trump how betting markets can be more accurate than pundits why the consensus narratives are largely inaccurate...

Given the recent rally in US equity markets, have Australian investors missed the window to invest globally? Historically, Australian investors have had a strong preference to invest in Australian-listed securities because the ASX tends to be dominated by dividend-paying companies and have less perceived risk than investing abroad. Tamara Haban-Beer Stats, Lead ETF Specialist at BlackRock Australia joins the podcast to discuss: How Aussie investors can shed their home bias Investing in...

While the rate cut cycle finally upon us – in the US anyway – the macroeconomic outlook remains uncertain, with inflation still above the target band for many central banks, unemployment rising, and share markets close to record highs. Evan Lucas joins the podcast to discuss: why the rate cutting cycle doesn’t predict higher share prices how central banks are challenged by inflation and unemployment which data points are really relevant right now and what an investor can do to benefit from...

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett has recently made headlines with a huge selldown in Apple stock. As his cash pile grows, some are wondering whether it’s time to trim exposure to equities. Today, however, the Economist is asking (again) if Buffett has lost his touch. Roger Montgomery, CIO and founder of Montgomery Investment Management, shares his thoughts on: why Buffett can’t help accruing cash, and what he’s really been doing with it four new stocks that Berkshire Hathaway is buying...

What doesn’t change about investing? While we’re all looking for an edge, getting back to basics can help you make the most of your financial situation, regardless of your starting point. Podcaster, author and former financial planner Glen James joins the podcast to share: why past performance is actually a pretty good indicator of future performance what really constitutes investing how to minimise our own tendencies to do stupid things, and the best way to maximise your chances of financial...

As market reel at the possibility of the yen carry-trade unwinding and a US recession, Australia’s key exports remain solid. But are commodities a safe haven as volatility rises? MineLife’s Gavin Wendt offers his thoughts on: the outlook for iron ore, gold, lithium and more prospects for larger and smaller miners in today’s environment whether Dr Copper is sending us a signal, and why gold stocks don’t correlate with the gold price, and more. You can access this and previous episodes of the...

The extraordinary performance of the Magnificent Seven has somewhat masked dramatic underperformance from global small caps, including those in the US and in Australia. The tide may be turning though – is it time for smaller companies to shine? K2 Asset Management’s George Boubouras joins the podcast to discuss: how today’s megacap tech winners differ from those of the tech bubble why not all small caps will win in the great rotation why the outlook for interest rates matters for the large...

With a per capita recession currently underway, renters and mortgage holders are feeling the pinch. But the economy appears to be holding up better than expected in many areas, and inflation is still far from the target band. So what now? NAB's Head of Australian Economics Gareth Spence joins the podcast to discuss: the outlook for inflation, unemployment and more why the distribution of economic pain isn’t equal which factors the RBA is keeping a close eye on, and why rates are likely to...

Afraid you’ve missed the run in Nvidia? Not sure there’s anything else worth buying right now? In a global market where the top stocks are comprise more of the index than any time in decades, it’s hard to know what comes next. Maroun Younes of Fidelity’s Global Future Leaders fund joins the podcast to discuss: whether the US, and tech, can continue to dominate global markets which jurisdictions look most attractive right now how to think about rising valuations when concentration is so high,...

Record government debt levels, dramatically changing demographics and astonishing stock market valuations – there’s a lot going on for investors. So which data points really matter when you consider your portfolio? Talaria Capital’s Hugh Selby-Smith joins the podcast to discuss: how government debt levels are growing, and whether they can be managed why the geographic centre of economic growth is changing, quickly how markets are pricing for absolute perfection, and where to look for value...

While there are always tax tips to consider before 30 June, often the most financially rewarding decisions you can make at this time of year relate to your portfolio. Is it time to get your house in order?   For this EOFY, we’ve spoken to three stock pickers about their tips in this market: Gaurav Sodhi recommends a company you may not have considered Scott Phillips talks out of favour options Henry Jennings give his views on yesterday’s winners, and one play they all agree on. You can access...

The US dollar has been the world’s reserve currency for more than half a century – but what happens when the US is running extraordinary fiscal deficits and a contentious election is looming? The yen is falling, China is buying gold, and markets are starting to ask questions. Nab’s Head of FX Strategy Ray Attrill joins the podcast to discuss: why the fall in Japanese yen has real implications for China and emerging markets the threshold at which a genuine currency crisis becomes a real...

While the general principle of ‘time in the market, rather than timing the market’ can serve investors well, there are many opportunities to take small wins along the way. So what does a great trading opportunity look like?   Author and trader Louise Bedford of The Trading Game joins the podcast to discuss: what a good trading strategy looks like how much to risk, and when to take money off the table which markets and sectors look most – and least – attractive to a trader, and how to manage...

While many investors remain patiently – or perhaps impatiently – waiting a market pullback, another is fully invested and excited about a new bull market, just taking off. Intelligent Investor’s Gaurav Sodhi joins the podcast to share his thoughts on: which winners of the last cycle won’t be the outperformers this time the ‘fraud’ company he’s bought at 10x his original buy price the high growth favourites he’s avoiding, and why paying too much is not a disaster, but why sitting on the...

With rates at current levels, investors are increasingly focused on investing for income and rebuilding their defensive portfolios. But bonds, particularly in the US, have had a rocky ride. Coolabah Capital founder and CIO Chris Joye joins the podcast to discuss: where he thinks rates are heading the best opportunities in the fixed income sector why some ‘credit’ investments are much riskier than you may expect, and how to position yourself for income and capital growth potential in the...

With the dust settled from reporting season, and dividends starting to flow, investors are sitting on a pile of cash waiting for their next opportunity. With the economy holding up, which small to mid caps look most interesting? Perpetual Investments’ portfolio manager Nathan Hughes joins the podcast to share: which sectors have surprised with their strength this year the challenges in healthcare that have led to disappointment what higher rates are doing to company cashflows, and the stocks...

While all the headlines are focussed on the Magnificent Seven in the US, other markets are making records of their own – some good, some not so much. So what can investors make of the divergence in global markets, and where do the opportunities really lie? Platinum’s Julian McCormack joins the podcast to discuss: why Chinese stocks fell to 2009 prices, and whether they'll stay there how Japan has broken out of a 35 year slump the extent to which US markets are out of step with the rest of the...

Just seven stocks have driven more than 100% of the S&P500’s return so far this year – and one of them is down 22%. Can the extraordinary returns last, and can everything else catch up? Alphinity’s global portfolio manager Mary Manning shares her thoughts on: why Nividia's price to earnings ratio has actually fallen, despite its rise which of the globe's hugest stocks can really continue to grow whether China is cheap enough at current prices, and where to look for real growth in your...

When My Millennial Money host Glen James became a financial planner, many of his clients only needed simple advice and a good system. Now he has tens of thousands of listeners, whom he hopes to ‘gift wrap’ for more complex advice in the future. Over six years and several hundred podcast conversations, Glen has thoughts on: The number one question his listeners have (hint: it’s not about buying a house) His 1% rule for spending Simple automated ways to win your behaviour, and Why your money...

Henry Jennings from Marcus Today has worked in markets for a long time, and he believes there are reasons to be cheerful about the outlook. The key is being patient and waiting for the signal to present itself, as the pivotal moments can set you up for success – or failure. Tune in to hear Henry’s thoughts on: why markets are 90% boredom how the Tokyo Olympics and Tom Hanks heralded turning points for equities what the year could hold for materials, financial, tech and more, and why you don’t...

As the global population grows, providing that population with food, shelter and energy becomes increasingly challenging – particularly as we aspire to reduce, rather than maintain, carbon emissions. So how do we invest in resources that meet these challenges? Janus Henderson’s Tim Gerrard shares his thoughts on: the critical minerals to facilitate transition to a lower emissions world technological advances that offer opportunities for investors how to invest for high yield crops and other...