The ETFS Semiconductor ETF (ASX: SEMI) provides investors with exposure to 30 stocks involved in semiconductor manufacturing, design and research across the world. This podcast, featuring Owen Rask from Rask and Best ETFs and Kanish Chugh from ETF Securities, profiles the SEMI ETF. Access the PDS for more information on the SEMI ETF and learn more about ETF Securities by visiting their website: https://bit.ly/etfs-oct21 Join Owen’s Rask Invest – $100 off Rask’s ASX research for Investors Podcast listeners* To get 6 months off on Owen and the Rask analyst team’s ASX research, join Rask Invest by clicking here. Listeners who want access to high conviction ASX share research, plus ETF models can get $100 off a Rask Invest membership using the discount code “investpod”. Join today and access exclusive insights. Date recorded: October 13th, 2021 Disclosure & sponsorship: At the time of writing, Owen does not have a financial interest in any of the securities or funds mentioned. ETF Securities is a sponsor of our other podcast series, The Australian Finance Podcast. They (ETF Securities) did not pay a fee to appear on this podcast. Information warning: this podcast contains general financial advice only issued by The Rask Group Pty Ltd. This information does not take into account your needs, goals, or objectives. So please consult a licensed and trusted financial adviser before acting on the information. Investing is risky and can result in capital loss. Nothing in this podcast should be considered as a forecast or guarantee of future returns. Please read Rask Australia's Financial Services Guide (FSG) available on our website to learn more about us, what we offer and our podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to another listener Q&A episode, where Kate Campbell and Owen Rask crack open the mailbox to answer your questions. This month we cover a great range of questions covering the role bonds and defensive assets play in an investors portfolio (including your super), how to rebalance your portfolio as you get closer to retirement, what to study for a career in finance and investing, and whether you need to 'graduate' from the modern brokerage platforms like Sharesies, Pearler, Superhero & Stake. Send any questions you have to [email protected] for us to answer on future Q&A episodes. Episode transcript now available via the show notes page. Take one of our amazing FREE financial education courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education and join our wonderful FB community. Score $100 off our premium ASX & US share research service, Rask Invest! If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts - it’s a 5 second task which really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces). Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc. || We're proudly supported by ETF Securities || Learn more about ETF Securities: https://bit.ly/fundsETFS | DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Date recorded: 22nd October 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate Campbell & Owen Rask explore a high level overview of Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX:FMG). Fortescue is a leading Australian iron ore producer, alongside their renewable green energy Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) business. Kate & Owen provide a high level overview of FMG, including the basics of iron ore, the key business lines, ESG focus, Andrew Forrest & the financials. Episode transcript now available via the show notes page. Take one of our amazing FREE financial education courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education and join our wonderful FB community. Score $100 off our premium ASX & US share research service, Rask Invest! If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts - it’s a 5 second task which really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces). Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc. || We're proudly supported by ETF Securities || Learn more about ETF Securities: https://bit.ly/fundsETFS | DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Date recorded: 13th October 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices