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 got to be in the best companies. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 favourite stocks now, and what she’s keen to buy in a pullback You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 over time, and the one sector that is likely to outperform whatever the outcome. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 global equities and mitigating risk How ETFs can provide exposure offshore and What Australian investors should be focused on. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 the potential challenges ahead. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 instead of Apple the Australian companies that Warren would buy in a sell off, and how to build wealth like the man himself You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.    

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 success. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 and small end of your portfolio, and which sectors offer the most potential in this environment. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 stay much higher than originally anticipated for a while to come. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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, and a medtech company making the world a better place. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 when it seems like paying for growth in the only game in town. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 possibility how the US has managed to avoid a crisis despite exceeding this threshold, and what tariffs of 100% on Chinese imports to the US means for the US, China and others. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 your emotions when the market goes against you. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 sidelines could be a massive mistake. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 current environment. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 world, and what to consider when allocating to global equities in a strange and challenging time You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 portfolio You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 habits are only one part of the puzzle. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 have to be first on a theme…but you don’t want to be last. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

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 necessities to feed a larger population, and why the ASX may not offer the best opportunities for investing in resources. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

2023 was expected to bring a lot of nasty surprises - but ultimately we avoided the much predicted recession, house price collapse and share market crash... Investors can afford to go into the holiday season feeling pretty comfortable. But what's ahead for 2024? BlackRock's Tamara Haban Beer-Stats joins the podcast to discuss: why 2023 defied all expectations what has driven the resilience in the economy and markets where investors should consider focussing in 2024 and the biggest opportunities and threats the world's biggest asset manager is thinking about. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

As interest rates have climbed, interest in fixed income investments has returned - but those who've looked at recent returns could have been in for a nasty shock, with negative total returns for several benchmarks. So why have bonds performed so poorly, and is the tide turning? NAB Markets' Ken Crompton joins the podcast to discuss: the return of yield, and what it offers investors why the world is 'awash with debt', offering a range of investment opportunities simple (and complex) explanations for the volatility in bond markets whether recent moves in rates will help to stabilise prices how US debt issuance is changing markets, and how to incorporate fixed income into your portfolio. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention

As investors continue to seek offshore investment opportunities, currency becomes increasingly important. But how does one manage the risk - and potential upside - with so many variables in play? NAB Markets' Ray Attrill joins the podcast to discuss: Why currency forecasting is so challenging, and so important His thoughts on the outlook for the Aussie dollar and US currency Why predictions of the Fed being forced to cut may be premature, and How to think about managing currency risk with your offshore portfolio, and your business. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

Despite recent falls and another interest rate increase, share prices haven’t quite dipped enough for investors to start buying again. So what will it take, and how should you think about the market in this environment? The Motley Fool’s Scott Phillips joins the podcast to share his always entertaining thoughts on: How Warren Buffett screwed up an $8bn opportunity Why getting ‘too clever’ can cause you to miss the real gains His favourite beaten up stocks and sectors The gift horse you shouldn’t look in the mouth, and How to prepare for the next leg of growth. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention

Investing your retirement savings is a huge challenge – building enough wealth, protecting it once you’ve stopped working, and still managing to enjoy a decent standard of living. Most strategies for building wealth no longer work. But there is one research-backed plan that can help you manage your retirement savings to limit the risks. Wealth manager and CIO Roger Montgomery joins the podcast to discuss: How the bucket strategy was developed and how it works Simple methods for limiting the downside when you’re no longer working The importance of investing for the short, medium and long term in retirement, and Tips and strategies for making the most of your accumulated wealth. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

While the macroeconomic environment remains complex, many Australian companies are just going about their business, serving their customers, making money and rewarding investors. So how does an investor find them? Fidelity International's Casey McLean joins the podcast to discuss: Why one hot sector may have seen its best days Where to find yield and growth potential on the ASX How to look through challenging conditions to see future winners, and Where he's investing now. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

Australian investors love the resources sector, and have become accustomed to strong growth and even dividends from their favoured mining stocks. But after a sizeable correction in the red-hot lithium space and the easy money of special dividends coming to an end, should they re-think? Gavin Wendt of MineLife joins the podcast to share: The outlook for iron ore, oil, lithium and more Why the re-rating of sky-high lithium stocks was necessary Which sectors are likely to be winners and losers in the near term, and His top pick for the energy transition and more. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

Taking a 50% pay cut doesn't sound like a great financial strategy, but for Effie Zahos, author, speaker, board member and all-round finance professional, the risk she took 20 years ago has certainly paid off. From editing Money magazine to the Financial Literacy Foundation board, she's learned a lot, and taught many. In this broad-ranging discussion, Effie shares:  Her four key tips for getting your finances right Why she avoided one of the last decade's hot stocks The key behavioural traits holding us back, and what to read to understand yours, and Where to find an extra $12,000 this year by reviewing your finances You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

Markets and central banks appear increasingly hopeful that the ideal scenario - a soft landing - could be incoming, with inflation moderating, employment strong and economic growth slowing but still positive. But how great is the risk that we fall short?   Anthony Doyle from Firetrail joins the podcast to discuss: How confident central banks remain in their actions to date What a soft landing means for markets and the economy The steps that central banks are taking to keep their plan on track, and How to prepare for any eventuality, as an investor. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

By far the most requested guest for the podcast, Peter Thornhill, has authored books, given hundreds of seminars and taught thousands his (relatively) simple strategies for building and maintaining wealth. In this interview, he discusses his views on: How to build wealth over time, with his simple method Why income matters far more than many investors believe His favoured stocks and companies How to make money in real estate (it's definitely not what you think) Why ETFs are not the best solution for everyone. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.  

With the world returning to travel, festivals and more, it’s easy to believe that the impacts of Covid are behind us. But central business districts in many countries are still struggling, and businesses are finding the challenge of getting workers back to the office harder than expected. So should investors be wary, or opportunistic? Morningstar analyst Alex Prineas joins the podcast to share: What the 17% fall in the value of a single CBD office tower means for the rest of the industry How to measure the return to the office when the data is patchy Whether valuations of office AREITs have fallen sufficiently to give investors something to cheer, and  Why your superannuation is likely affected, even if you hold no REITs in your portfolio. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.  

While the headlines are dominated by the remarkable resilience of residential property, the world of commercial real estate beyond our borders looks increasingly interesting. Despite the challenges for office, seniors housing, data centres and more can offer attractive returns.  Julian Campbell-Wood of Resolution Capital joins the podcast to discuss: The range of commercial property sectors that Australian investors generally don't have access to   Which sectors offer the greatest opportunity in a rising rate world - and which have the greatest risk Why debt levels should be front of mind for investors, and How to look at property assets when building a portfolio for income and growth. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.  

NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster has a wealth of real-time economic data at his fingertips - how Australians are spending and saving, what businesses are doing and more. And it's very helpful for forecasting many things, including house prices.  Alan joins the podcast to discuss:  Why he's optimistic about house prices - and the economy - in the medium term The challenges ahead as the economy starts to slow How consumer behaviour is shifting in the face of 12 rate hikes Which sectors of the economy are performing well, and How to plan for this changing environment  You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

The economic data from the US can look rosy on the surface – low unemployment, a roaring stockmarket – but under the surface, cracks are appearing. Could a US recession portend doom for global growth and your portfolio? Platinum’s Julian McCormack joins the podcast to share: Why low unemployment can precede an economic downturn How shipping rates and consumer data are predicting turmoil What investors should be considering as the S&P500 continues to shine, and Opportunities for those who have cash to spare, and strategies for those who don't. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

With just a few weeks until 30 June, now is the time to ensure you’ve reviewed your portfolio, contributed to super, and lined up all your deductions for EOFY. Is there anything you could be missing? Chris Balalovski, tax partner at BDO, joins the podcast to discuss: The deductions available to business owners, salary earners and more Popular strategies to optimise your position How to avoid getting on the wrong side of the ATO, and A last minute win for those with businesses  You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

InvestSmart’s Evan Lucas has written and spoken extensively about markets, the economy and financial behaviour. So what does he make of the current divergence between bond market pessimism and equity market optimism about the future of the economy? When even the experts vehemently disagree about the outlook for everything, Evan gives his thoughts on: Why the most predicted recession on record hasn’t arrived yet Which sectors offer the most promise in this environment How to understand the signals each asset class is sending, and How to position yourself so your mistakes won’t hurt You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

As the economy slows, the booming stocks of recent years may no longer be firing up your portfolio. So where does growth come from? Listener favourite Roger Montgomery joins the podcast to share: Why profitless growth is dead, but opportunities still abound Which companies continue to offer value to investors Why the search for yield can derail your portfolio, and How to find diamonds in the rough You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

As interest rates fell over the last decade, investors sold their fixed income portfolios and sought yield in property, equity and other higher risk sectors. Now rates are normalising, a defensive holding in your portfolio becomes much more attractive.  Fixed income portfolio manager Chris Joye of Coolabah Capital joins the podcast to discuss: How dramatic rate rises have affected fixed income and other asset classes The 101 of investing in fixed income assets  His outlook for rates, the property market and broader asset prices, and  His preferred opportunities in hybrids, corporate debt and more. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

As rates normalise and the world economy slows, the obvious opportunities for growth may not be right in front of you. So what should an investor be looking out for when it comes to picking the winners of the next decade? Alison Savas from investment management boutique Antipodes Partners shares her thoughts on: What a winner looks like in this environment, How to employ the principles of pragmatic value when investing for the future How to avoid value traps and other pitfalls, and Why there are more opportunities out there for long term investors than the headlines may have you believe. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

The dominance of big tech is still a key market driver, but recent events have accelerated the risks for investors in this sector. When you’re looking for growth, what opportunities do new technology present, and to what extent should investors be cautious? In this timely podcast, Alphinity Investment Management’s Mary Manning shares her thoughts on: What the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank means for start ups,  How artificial intelligence will change the way we live, and how to profit from it Whether regulatory risk is the key driver behind Baba’s split Which region has zero companies she’s interested in hearing from, and  Where investors should really be looking to find profitable growth in a higher rate world. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

The Australian dollar is generally considered a risk sensitive currency, so what happens when markets are attempting to assess a US bank collapse, still hot inflation, and employment numbers that could be read two ways? NAB’s Head of FX Strategy Ray Attrill joins the podcast to share: His forecast for the Aussie dollar, and outlook for the USD Why markets are rapidly repricing the likelihood of further rate rises The impact of China’s reopening on commodities and the Australian economy, and Whether inflation is likely to fall as quickly as central banks – and markets – are hoping. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

While many are blaming central bankers for misjudging inflation, rates and economic growth around the world, sharemarkets are hoping that they can engineer a soft landing. So how realistic is the market's current outlook? Investors Mutual portfolio manager Dan Moore shares his thoughts on: Why rates matter so much for shareholders What needs to happen for analysts to achieve their forecasts Whether  a 2% fall in rates - within 2 years - is unrealistically optimistic and What to do if you believe a miracle isn't on the horizon You can also read Dan's thoughts here. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

Sometimes a single statistic can tell a whole story. In a complex world, where rates and inflation are driving the narrative, 10 stats can tell you a lot about what’s going on. Hugh Selby-Smith from Talaria Capital shares the 10 stats he thinks are most telling right now, and discusses: Why our human bias to extrapolate can get us into trouble How earnings expectations are diverging from the economic outlook How Tesla is now worth more than the bottom 70 companies in the S&P500, and What all this means for investors right now. You can read the stats for yourself here. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

The ASX was one of the world’s top performing sharemarkets in 2022, and has burst out of the gates in 2023. So how do investors position themselves when the top might be in? Jun Bei Liu of Tribeca Investment Partners shares her thoughts on: Why the banking sector may have its best half yet What reporting season has in store What to buy in a sell off, and  The stocks and sectors she’s staying away from* * Including a top pick from a favourite guest You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

History may not repeat, but it can tell us a lot about the likelihood of certain outcomes, even in unusual times. Julia Lee of State Street Global Advisors has read the research, and believes it could be prophetic. Julia shares her thoughts on: Which sectors have outperformed in downturns, and which haven’t Why the energy sector doesn’t perform the way you think it might What investors can learn from past performance across all asset classes, and Why the received wisdom about diversification needs to come with a caveat. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.

New year is the time we all convince ourselves we’re going to be better, and getting our wealth sorted is often high on the list. So what does one of our favourite commentators wish we’d all buy, hold, sell and do for 2023? Scott Phillips joins the podcast to discuss a bit of everything, including: Why markets are doing what they’re doing right now Which shares are very hard to resist at current prices How to prepare yourself for a higher rate environment, and The decisions you can make today to set yourself up for an awesome year. You can access this and previous episodes of the Your Wealth podcast now on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or at nabtrade.com.au/yourwealth If you’re short on time, consider listening at 1.5-2x speed, which should be shown on the screen of your device as you listen. This won’t just reduce your listening time; it has also been shown to improve knowledge retention.