In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with money coach and former financial adviser Karen Eley about: – The difference between financial IQ and EQ – Why money behaviour matters more than knowledge – How to improve financial wellbeing with values and emotional awareness – Practical tools to build smarter financial habits If you love learning about investing psychology and financial wellbeing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – What financial IQ (money knowledge) and EQ (money behaviour) really mean – Why EQ is often overlooked but critical to success – How money personalities and values shape financial wellbeing – Tools like the financial wheel of life and values exercises – Teaching kids financial discipline and money lessons – How to measure progress in both IQ and EQ Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's the uncomfortable truth: The ASX has delivered mediocre returns compared to US markets over the past decade. CBA and CSL - Australia's two biggest companies - are in freefall with a five-day market bloodbath. Banks and miners dominate our index. Meanwhile, rumours are swirling that Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has bought into Alphabet (Google). Why? Search dominance. YouTube's advertising empire. Cloud growth. AI infrastructure leadership. Alphabet represents everything the ASX isn't: tech-forward, globally dominant, and diversified across multiple revenue streams. So the big questions: Is diversification overrated? Should Aussie investors just dump the ASX entirely and invest 100% overseas? In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Drew Meredith tackle the biggest portfolio construction debates. They break down the Berkshire-Alphabet purchase, explain why Google is the best of the Magnificent 7, and debate whether concentration in quality companies beats traditional diversification strategies. They also explore home country bias, currency exposure, tax implications, and whether the S&P 500's dominance makes holding ASX stocks pointless for long-term wealth creation. Plus: DroneShield's CEO has completely exited as the selloff deepens. The Sohn Investment Conference has embraced old-school value investing with picks like senior living facilities and steel manufacturers. And the Future Fund's $261 billion portfolio is buying gold and ditching bonds amid "permacrisis" warnings. Only 1% of Australian active funds are beating growth benchmarks. Value investing is making a comeback. Owen and Drew connect all the dots. If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Is diversification overrated? - Concentration vs diversification in modern portfolios Did Berkshire buy Alphabet? - Why Buffett might be betting on Google Why Alphabet is the best Mag 7 - Search, YouTube, Cloud, AI infrastructure dominance Should Aussies invest 100% overseas? - ASX underperformance vs S&P 500 success DroneShield CEO exits completely - What deepening insider selling means Sohn Conference goes value - Old-school picks replace growth darlings ASX 5-day meltdown - Why CBA and CSL crashes show structural problems Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Tony Crescenzi, Executive Vice President and Market Strategist at PIMCO, to discuss: – Why defensiveness is PIMCO’s current strategy – The lessons from over four decades in markets – The concept of a new global monetary order – Where bonds fit for modern Australian investors If you love learning about macro investing, fixed income or market strategy, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Tony’s best non-financial investment & personal reflections – What he looks at each morning to gauge markets – Where this moment ranks in terms of global dislocation – Insights from his books and what his next one might be – Tariffs as a historic experiment & biggest market risks – How he thinks central banks will respond next – The “new global monetary order” and how it’s unfolding – Revising the 10-year yield: what’s changed? – How PIMCO expresses a defensive framework in portfolios – Advice for Aussie investors with equity-heavy portfolios – The future of the 60/40 portfolio model – Why Crescenzi maintains optimism amid macro uncertainty – AI’s potential impact on bond investors & PIMCO – What gives Tony hope and perspective as a long-term investor – What Tony would tell his younger self about markets and life Resources for This Episode Learn more about PIMCO’s outlook and strategies Tony Crescenzi at PIMCO Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Chris Bedingfield of Quay Global Investors about:– Why real estate is an inefficient market– How replacement cost drives long-term property value– Why global REITs offer diversification Australian REITs can’t– Where today’s best opportunities lie across global property sectorsIf you love learning about property, REITs, global markets and income investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.Topics Covered– Why most investors use the wrong metrics to value real estate– Global vs Australian REITs — major structural differences– How Quay identifies companies trading below replacement cost– Today’s biggest opportunities across housing, storage, senior living and more– Final thoughts on cycles, risk, leverage and staying patientResources for this episodeAsk a question (select the Investors podcast)Visit TermPlus to learn more Website Youtube Event Community Event Link Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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): Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Market darling DroneShield crashed 20% in early trade after founder and CEO Oleg Vornik dumped nearly 15 million shares worth $49.5 million. What does this insider selling signal for the stock's future? In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Drew Meredith dissect the DroneShield sell-off, then dive deep into Flight Centre shares trading at $12 - down 30% this year and 80% from 2018 highs. With a 15x PE, 3.6% dividend yield, and Morningstar rating it as undervalued, is this beaten-down travel giant a buying opportunity? Drew reveals his view on Flight Centre, covering the company's record $24.5bn travel bookings, US expansion, corporate vs leisure divisions, and FY26 guidance of $305-$340m profit. Plus, they tackle your questions: Can good companies recover from founder scandals (hello WiseTech)? What stocks to buy before a China-Taiwan war? Is there a "term premium" for stocks like bonds? Why don't more people use VEU for international exposure? And much more. If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics answered today: - DroneShield crashes 25% - CEO dumps $49.5m in shares, what it means Flight Centre deep dive - Trading at $12, down from $60 in 2018, is it a buy? Q: WiseTech turnaround potential - Can good companies recover from founder scandals? Q: China-Taiwan war hedging - What stocks would you buy in advance of conflict? Q: Stock "term premium" - Is there an equivalent to bond term premium for long-term stock investing? Q: Why not VEU for ex-US exposure? - Best way to get developed markets ex-US in your portfolio Resources for this episode: - AFR article on ASX stocks rallying 100% - Australian Finance Podcast - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Show Partner Resources: Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources: - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question or give us feedback 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 #stockmarket #investing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, host Mitchell Sneddon is joined by Eric Foran from Coller Capital, one of the world’s largest and longest-standing investors in private equity secondaries. Mitch first visited the Coller Capital team in New York, and when he heard Eric was visiting Australia, he grabbed the chance to bring him on the show. Secondaries might be a new term to many investors, but once you hear how they work, it makes complete sense. Rather than investing at the start of a private equity fund, Coller steps in halfway through — buying interests in funds or assets that are already operating, and providing liquidity to investors who want to exit early. Coller pioneered this market and now manages over $40 billion globally. With $200 billion in annual deal flow and increasing demand for liquidity, Eric explains why he believes this market is just getting started. So, join us for a deep dive into the booming private equity secondaries market with Eric Foran from Coller Capital, where we discuss: – How the private equity secondaries market works – Why this market now exceeds $200 billion and is still growing – The return profile and discount opportunities in secondaries – How Coller Capital builds its portfolio and evaluates deals If you love learning about private equity and alternative assets, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Resources for This Episode - Learn more about private equity secondaries - Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Get Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, about: – How Flippa became the world’s largest marketplace for digital businesses – Why investors are flocking to Shopify, YouTube, and AI-driven businesses – The infrastructure behind small business M&A in the digital age – What it takes to successfully buy or sell an online business If you love learning about digital businesses, private markets, and modern investing opportunities, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Blake Hutchison’s career journey from Lonely Planet and Zero to Flippa – How Flippa helps entrepreneurs buy and sell digital businesses globally – The most in-demand assets: Shopify, YouTube, and AI businesses – Why digital businesses trade at lower multiples than public companies – How Flippa solves the “cold start problem” in marketplaces – Deal flow, matching technology, and AI in small business M&A – Examples of entrepreneurs and strategic buyers using Flippa – Blake’s advice to his younger self on career and growth Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael "Mike" Kemp is a multiple-time author, super-successful private investor, former dentist, student of history and former analyst at Barefoot Investor.  This podcast is the extended version of what's already appeared on The Australian Finance Podcast. It was also FILMED. In this special episode, Mike Kemp joins Owen Rask and Kate Campbell for a discussion about history, the future, human nature, his investment process, economics and living a life of purpose. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/u_oH7AU0DyU Episode resources: Mike's Book: ⁠The Ulysses Contract⁠ (Booktopia) ⁠Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation⁠ ⁠Thinking Fast and Slow⁠ ⁠The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode your host, Owen Rask, chats with PIMCO portfolio manager Rob Mead on how fixed income / bond investing works, why timing matters and reasons to invest right now. If you like ETF investing, bonds, passive income, managed funds, or the stock market in general, here's what you'll get: - Rob's lessons from 20 years in bonds- Does timing matter? - Why 95% of a bond's return is the starting point - How to understand the 'yield curve' and maturities - Does Rob think now is the best time to invest in 20 years? - PIMCO's new EARN ETF and what it doesIf you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on ETF investing, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast is proudly sponsored by PIMCO. Who is Rob Mead? Robert Mead is a managing director in the PIMCO Sydney office and co-head of Asia-Pacific portfolio management. Previously, he was an executive vice president of the PIMCO Group, based between Munich and London. Prior to joining PIMCO in 2003, he was a managing director and head of European fixed income at Citigroup Asset Management based between London and New York.He has 36 years of investment experience and holds an undergraduate degree from University of Technology, Sydney, and a graduate diploma in applied finance and investments from the Securities Institute of Australia. Episode Resources - View PIMCO ETFs - Episode with PIMCO's Kanish Chugh on Active v Passive - PIMCO's Aaditya Thakur on Aussie bonds and what an FI manager actually does - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Show Partner Resources - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) - Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question - We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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) #bondinvesting #investing #ETFs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask chats with Global X ETFs portfolio manager Jess Leung about the essentials of investing in ETFs, the risks of ETFs and how ETFs work. If you like ETF investing, or the stock market in general, here's what you'll get: - ETFs 101 - How ETFs work - The different parties involved: market makers, ETF providers and investors - Risks of ETFs - 3 things to do before investing in an ETF - Are ETFs in a bubble? If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on ETF investing, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is proudly sponsored by Global X. Resources for this episode Jess Leung's $100,000 portfolio episode Global X ETFs list Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two former ASX darlings just had their worst day in years. WiseTech shares plunged 15.9% after the AFP raided offices over alleged insider trading by founder Richard White. CSL also crashed 15.9%, wiping out $40 billion in value over two months after downgrading earnings and shelving its vaccine spin-off. In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of Rask Invest, and Drew Meredith, Director of Wattle Partners, dissect whether these crashes are buying opportunities or serious red flags. They also tackle the uranium boom (up 74%!), reveal their biggest winners of 2025, share their #1 stock picks right now, and answer whether you can be too diversified. Remember who predicted the uranium surge at our Rask Live event? This one's aged well. If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics covered – WiseTech AFP raid – Buying opportunity or knife-catching disaster? – CSL crashes 16% – $40B wipeout and what went wrong – Uranium ETFs surge 74% – Someone called it at Rask Live – 19 ASX stocks doubled in 2025 – highest level in 6 years – Black swan stock pick – If you could only buy one stock forever – Can you be too diversified? – Portfolio construction mistakes – Our #1 stock on the market right now – Drew and Owen reveal their top picks Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (03:56) KKR stock (06:36) Will AI replace Drew? (08:35) Amazon corporate job cuts (10:17) Drew's favourite business right now (11:34) WiseTech (ASX:WTC) (14:51) CSL (ASX:CSL) (22:03) WiseTech (ASX:WTC) (28:29) Domino's Pizza (NASDAQ: DPZ) (34:44) Over & Under (38:12) Microsoft nuclear power plant (43:31) Guy Debelle private credit article (45:50) Listener questions (46:45) One stock - long term (48:36) WiseTech, buy or red flag? (50:26) Bonds or offset account? (51:34) Can you be too diversified? (57:13) Drew's Dad Joke Resources for this episode – AFR article on ASX stocks rallying 100% – Australian Finance Podcast – Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) – Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with Scott Carmichael of Escala Partners about: – How wealthy families build and preserve wealth – The challenges of transferring wealth across generations – Investment strategies for newly exited business owners – Traits of successful families and the importance of governance If you love learning about wealth management, succession planning, and investing for the long term, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – The T1, T2, T3 framework for family wealth – Scott’s career journey from investment banking to Escala Partners – How ultra-wealthy families create wealth (and the traits they share) – What “day one” looks like after selling a business – The role of investment policy statements (IPS) in long-term wealth planning – Why communication and governance are critical to prevent wealth loss – Lessons families can pass on that aren’t financial – Scott’s advice to his younger self about money and life Resources for this episode - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Show partner resources Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question - We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: [@rask.invest] – TikTok: [@rask.invest] 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with Sarah Nolet and Matthew Pryor: – How big Australia’s ag opportunity really is (55% of land mass in agriculture; ~$3.6t farmland; ~$100b farm-gate output; ~$16b profit) – Tenacious Ventures’ OCP framework for evaluating deals and portfolio construction (incl. 40/60 follow-on reserves) – Deep tech over pure software and why “digitally native ag” doesn’t just mean SaaS – Case studies: SwarmFarm Robotics (robots at scale), GoTerra (decentralised insect waste), Orthodic (lignin-based coating), plus Jupiter Ionics & Embryo If you love learning about agtech & venture investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Australia’s agri-food scale and why small efficiency gains matter for returns – The OCP (Opportunity–Company–Partnership) lens & portfolio pacing (40% initial, 60% follow-on) – Sourcing founders via content and a tight early-stage ecosystem across AU/NZ – Deep tech in ag: atoms & molecules, pure bits; avoiding the Silicon Valley “over-fund & rush” trap – SwarmFarm’s path from prototypes to robots per week & 10.5m acres covered – GoTerra’s decentralised waste “platform” and council use cases – Orthodic’s wax-replacement coating leveraging existing infrastructure (no capex-heavy plants) – Fund 1 sizes, typical rounds & who can invest (wholesale/sophisticated) – Final thoughts on climate resilience, farmer adoption & retaining customers once value is proven Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Tenacious website Did Silicon Valley kill AgTech? Tenacious Portfolio Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode Owen Rask and Drew Meredith dive into the gold price collapse, Tesla's results and global small cap ETFs. If you like high growth investing, or stocks in general, you'll get the names and analysis of: - The gold price sell-off - Tesla's results - The launch of Tesla autopilot in Australia - The best way to invest in global small cap ETFs - How to write an investment thesis - QSML or Qiao Ma's fund? If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on gold and tech, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Questions answered today: Q1 - Keen to hear your thoughts on the ETF QSML, do you think it’s a decent way for the average investor to get some small-cap diversification? Q2 - You have often mentioned using an investment thesis. What's your advice on writing your own? Q3 - I feel like I’m all over the shop. Can you be too diversified? Episode Resources - Diary of a CEO, with Cathie Wood - Qiao Ma episode on Rask - Owen's full autopilot drive - Free trial to advanced stock valuation tools (used by Owen) - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) - Visit TermPlus to learn more - Buy Gemma’s book “The Money Reset” Show partner resources - Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit - Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith - View Betashares range of funds Rask Resources - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question or give us feedback 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jump back to 2021 and Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: NEU) share price consistently traded around $1.50 and occasionally breached $2. Within three years it would hit a high of $25 a share. NEU received FDA approval for a drug called Trofenetide, a drug which treats a rare syndrome called Rett Syndrome. With a drug on the shelves in the US, NEU now has the cashflows to self-fund the next leg of growth. In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Mitchell Sneddon sits down with Jon Pilcher, CEO of Neuren Pharmaceuticals (ASX: NEU) to discuss: – The impact of trofinetide on Rett syndrome patients and families – How Neuren partnered to distribute trofinetide in the US – The lifecycle of drug development – Neuren’s ability to self-fund future R&D and the opportunity with NNZ-2591 – Company culture and separating share price from business performance If you love learning about ASX biotechs and healthcare investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Topics Covered – Trofinetide’s life-changing impact on Rett syndrome patients – The commercialisation and distribution partnership in the US – Stages of drug development explained – Neuren’s strategy to self-fund future growth – The culture at Neuren Pharmaceuticals – The potential of NNZ-2591 and timelines for progress – Why investors should separate business performance from share price movement Resources for This Episode – Neuren Pharmaceuticals – Trail to a Texas Trial – Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Get Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with David Gardner (co-founder of The Motley Fool and author of Rule Breaker Investing) to discuss: – Beating the market vs indexing – The “lose to win” philosophy and position sizing – The six traits of rule-breaker companies – Conscious capitalism, purpose and culture If you love learning about growth investing and finding outliers, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Beating the market: why David still believes individuals can outperform and why most don’t try – Lose to win: accepting frequent small losses to capture rare, massive winners (Babe Ruth analogy) – Six rule-breaker traits: top dog & first mover, sustainable edge, strong price action, leadership/backers, brand love, and “overvalued” narratives – Final thoughts & how to learn more: AI’s role in research (not a reason to quit stock picking) and making portfolios reflect our best vision for our future Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (03:55) The Optimistic Investor: David Gardner's Journey (07:42) The Power of Stock Picking: A Historical Perspective (11:41) The Art of Writing: Crafting a Book on Investing (27:06) Embracing Loss: Lessons from Babe Ruth and Investing (37:00) The Six Traits of Rule Breaker Stocks (42:27) Traits of Rule Breaker Companies: A Deep Dive (46:40) The Importance of Overvaluation in Stock Selection (47:51) Learning from Past Mistakes: The Yahoo Experience (49:46) Identifying Top Dogs: The Case of Tesla (58:46) The Role of Consumer Experience in Investing (1:03:58) Conscious Capitalism: Merging Profit with Purpose (1:09:38) The Future of AI in Investing (1:17:59) Long-Term Thinking in Investing Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Drew Meredith dive into Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA), WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC) and Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX:PME) and whether, or not, it's time to buy. If you like high growth investing, or stocks in general, you'll get the names and analysis of: - Tesla - Pro Medicus - WiseTech - Gold ETFs (and gold in general) - Trump's plan for Gaza - The impact of BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) selling in Chinese Yuan (and NOT US dollars) - Washington H. Soul Pattinson & Co. Ltd (ASX: SOL) and more If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on rapid-growth companies, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Questions answered today What are your thoughts on the new range of ETFs Avantis has bought to Australia? - Prado@BeachHouse SOL PATTS is down 14% in a month, is this just some profit taking after the recent Brickworks merger or am I missing something else going on here? - Sell my SOL? Since Owen's bet, Wisetech's share price has gone backwards. Is he still confident in the company breaking the top 20 and winning the cash? - Dicky White How often are derivatives used by investors and are there any ETFs that involve them? - Free the bird Resources for this episode - Free trial to advanced stock valuation tools (used by Owen): Tikr.com/rask - Ask a question (select the Investors podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest  -Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask is joined by Marc Jocum to discuss: – Why ASX returns may not repeat the 13% long-run average – The role of income vs growth in portfolios – ETF strategies like A300, ZYAU and AYLD – Why valuations, CAPE ratios and global diversification matter If you love learning about valuations, ETFs, and smart long-term investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. In this episode we cover: – Why historical ASX returns (13%) may not repeat going forward – Understanding income vs growth in today’s market – ETFs explained: A300, ZYAU, AYLD, and GARP – How to manage behaviour, psychology and optimism in investing Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask talks with Joe Magyer about: – Why Joe launched Seaplane Ventures and the edge of a solo GP – Transitioning from public markets to early-stage venture – How to read unit economics and spot real network effects early – AI’s impact on venture and today’s warmer but selective market If you love learning about venture capital, SaaS and network effects, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Seaplane Ventures 101: motivation, fund structure and why Austin helps but isn’t everything – Process to “yes”: sourcing, diligence checklists, founder fit, reference calls and valuation context – The market now: post-2021 reset, AI-led momentum and where competition still bites (allocations) – Final thoughts & how to learn more: why pre-seed/seed remain attractive and where craftsmanship still wins Show partner resources Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX:FMG) shares worth the punt? In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of Rask Invest, speaks with Drew Meredith, Director of Wattle Partners. If you invest in ETFs or stocks, you'll love this episode because the fellas answer questions on investment strategy, feature some of the ASX's top quality companies and review their $10,000 portfolios. If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics covered today: – Owen returns from Double Bay – Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) deep dive – CBOE approved for Australian IPOs – GOLD is crushing it - why?! – OpenAI is now a $US500 million private company – Q: Is it worth investing in US stocks with a Pty Ltd holding structure? – Q: How to build a 10-property portfolio – Q: Are geared ETFs like Betashares GGBL and Betashares GHHF a no brainer? Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (08:34) Fortescue ASX:FMG (15:03) Bullish – Fortescue (21:42) Cboe Global Markets (25:32) ASX Shares (29:33) Gold (Hedged) (36:39) HMC Capital ASX:HMC (39:02) OpenAI (43:59) Tax, Franking & Dividient, PTY LTD (50:00) Investment Properties (55:41) Geared funds (1:03:01) Drew's Dad Joke Resources for this episode Australian Finance Podcast Ask a question (select the Investors podcast) David Gardner's Rule Breaker Investing book Show partner resources Visit TermPlus to learn more Rask Resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices