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15/12/2019

Basics of Investing

We understand how you might be feeling right now - that you don't know enough about investing and the markets to get started. Let us comfort you by saying it is ok to feel like this. Investing is a life-long journey, and you will continue to learn more and more as you go. At this point you know why we're investing and hopefully have picked up some good savings habits. So, in this episode we get into the heart of investing and start unpacking all the basics In this episode you will learn: What is the sharemarket? • How does a company come to be listed on the sharemarket?The major market in Australia and how it operatesWhat are you actually buying (i.e. what is a stock?)What does it mean when you own a share?The different styles of investingThe investing style that Bryce and Alec use in their personal investingHow to know what investing style is right for youThe difference between passive and active investing Stocks & resources discussed:A2 Milk (ASX: A2M)Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BKB.B) Head to the Get Started Investing website for more info. Want more? Subscribe to Equity Mates Investing Podcast, social media channels, Thought Starters mailing list and more here Equity Mates is a part of the Diamantina Media Network - the home of Australia's favourite podcasts. For more information, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15/12/2019

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27 min
28 May · Video

Humanoid Robots, Chinese EVs & AI: What Investors Still Get Wrong About Disruption

AI is moving from chatbots to agents, batteries are getting cheaper and longer-lasting, and China is emerging as a serious innovation engine across EVs, robotics and autonomous driving. Loftus Peak’s Anshu Sharma joins Bryce and Ren to unpack where disruption is accelerating, how investors can separate hype from real revenue, and why the best opportunities may still be early. In this episode: 00:00 Cheaper to hire a human than to use AI? 01:51 What's changed since Anshu was last on 03:50 The third AI inflection point explained 06:26 Are we still early in the AI investment cycle? 08:05 The warning signs of an AI bubble 11:28 Why most investors get disruption wrong 16:36 How Loftus finds the best company in a trend 19:37 Humanoid robots: hype or reality? 24:56 Inside China's robotics ecosystem 26:11 Beijing Auto Show: the battery that changed his mind 27:52 Sodium-ion batteries and the next leg of EVs 32:01 So where does Tesla fit in now? 36:55 Knowing when to sell a disruptive stock 39:08 Why Loftus has been in and out of NVIDIA 4 times 42:28 Anshu's best company ever, book pick and advice ETFs and Stocks mentioned: Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund (ASX: LPGD), Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund Unhedged (ASX: LPHD), NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG), Samsara (NYSE: IOT), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), Tencent (HKEX: 0700), CATL (SZSE: 300750), BYD (HKEX: 1211), Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) Recommendations: The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia and the World's Most Coveted Microchip This episode has been sponsored by Loftus Peak. Support from partners like Loftus Peak help us keep all our content free. If you want to learn more about Loftus Peak’s Global Disruption active ETF (ASX: LPGD) head here. ——— Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group. ——— Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we’ve got you covered. Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify) We’re particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify) Watch on YouTube Read the monthly email ——— Looking for some of our favourite research tools? Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Research reports from Good Research Track your portfolio with Sharesight ——— Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 May · Video

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46 min
03/02/2022

2. Saving to Invest

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** One of the most common reasons we hear from people not investing is that they don't have enough money. In this episode we will prove to you why this is certainly not the case, and why learning to save is critical to getting started investing. We'll also share some of our money saving tips that help us keep on top of our savings. In this episode you will learn: How much money you need to get startedMoney saving tipsHow Bryce & Alec both manage their savingsThe 'Rule of Threes' ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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23 min
03/02/2022

1. Who We Are & Why We Invest

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** Welcome to Get Started Investing with Equity Mates, and welcome to the journey of investing. The stock market is the greatest wealth creating machine history has known, yet so many people miss out on it. Don't be one of them! When Equity Mates started we were just like you - unsure of where to start and overwhelmed by the jargon. We used Equity Mates to better understand the market and now we're here to break down the barriers to investing, to make it easier for you. In this series of podcasts we're going to equip you with the knowledge and skills to go from beginning to dividend - in other words, everything from setting up an account, choosing what to invest in, and making your first trade. So, let's get started - who are we & why do we invest? In this episode you will learn: Who we are - Bryce and Alec (aka Ren)Our personal investing storiesWhy the stock market is the greatest wealth creating machine history has known (a.k.a the joys of compounding)How investing early may help you retire earlyThe ways that investing keeps you informed about the worldWhy a continuing theme for the series will be 'just get started'Where to find us, and how to join our community ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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24 min
03/02/2022

3. Basics of Investing

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** We understand how you might be feeling right now - that you don't know enough about investing and the markets to get started. Let us comfort you by saying it is ok to feel like this. Investing is a life-long journey, and you will continue to learn more and more as you go. At this point you know why we're investing and hopefully have picked up some good savings habits. So, in this episode we get into the heart of investing and start unpacking all the basics In this episode you will learn: What is the sharemarket? • How does a company come to be listed on the sharemarket?The major market in Australia and how it operatesWhat are you actually buying (i.e. what is a stock?)What does it mean when you own a share?The different styles of investingThe investing style that Bryce and Alec use in their personal investingHow to know what investing style is right for youThe difference between passive and active investing Stocks & resources discussed:A2 Milk (ASX: A2M)Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BKB.B) ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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27 min
03/02/2022

4. What can we invest in?

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** The beauty of investing is the world of choice that is available to you. Technology has broken down barriers and it has never been easier to access all of the opportunity that is out there. From Australian property to Asian stocks, European bonds to American currency, we can now buy all of these online. With so much opportunity at our fingertips the hardest part is knowing where to start. So in this episode we break down some of the key assets that you can invest in (and one that you shouldn't!). In this episode you will learn: The definition of an asset and the two functions it playsThe three most common assets - money, stocks and bondsWhat role money (or cash) plays in your investing portfolioThe definition of inflation and the risk it plays into your portfolioWhy stashing cash under your mattress isn't a good investmentAn introduction to the difference between stocks and bondsThe meaning, and importance of, diversificationHow you can buy other types of assets on the share marketHow you actually make money from these assetsWhat a dividend is and how you get it as an investorWhy stocks are the preferred asset class at Equity Mates ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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25 min
03/02/2022

11. Building an investment portfolio

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** What does it take to build a great portfolio? This episode we debunk the myth that you need to be an expert to build a great portfolio. The truth is, it's simple, as long as you're dedicated, do your own research and are prepared to have some fun. We discuss the simple building blocks that we think are fundamental to building a portfolio and that are achievable for the beginner. In this episode you will learn: What is an investing portfolioThe 4 pillars for building a portfolio - goals, risk, diversify and allocateImportance of having a strategy or at least end goalHow to set personal investing goalsThinking about riskHow to identify your risk profileDiversifying assets: 5% rule & Perfect portfolioImportance of asset allocation:Do you keep some cash available to put into the market when it drops?How much of your portfolio should be made up of individual stocks vs. ETFs or LICs.For a beginner would a heavier focus on the latter be appropriate?Diversification and rebalancing your portfolio Want more? ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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34 min
03/02/2022

10. Tips when buying and selling

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** Now that you've found a company you'd like to buy, there are a few things to consider when buying, and selling. In this episode you will learn: How do I then buy the shares?How do I sell the shares?Types of orders; what are they and what's their purpose: market order, limit order and stop orderHow do I know when is a good time to buy?Dollar cost averagingHow do I know when is a good time to sell? ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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32 min
03/02/2022

5. First decision every investor makes: Finding a broker

This 12 part series is originally found within Get Started Investing Podcast, which helps beginner investors break down barriers. We cover all the basics you need to start your investing journey. If you like more of this content, listen to Get Started Investing in your preferred podcast app. ***** The first decision every investor has to make, whether you are Warren Buffett or a new investor. We all start our investing journey with the same first step - choosing a broker. To make a trade in the share market you have to go through a broker, and with technology these days there has never been more choice. So in this episode we answer the big question, "how do I actually buy shares?". We then break down all the factors you should consider so you can be confident in making the first choice in your investing journey. In this episode you will learn: What is a brokerHow brokers have changed with the internet and new technologyFactors to consider when deciding on a brokerHow Bryce and Ren chose their first broker and if they've changed over time.Some of the different costs that may be charged by a brokerHow you can access overseas markets (and why you definitely should!)What market data is offered by different brokersHow brokerage platforms are trying to become communitiesWhat you should consider if you have multiple brokerage accounts ***** Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ***** Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03/02/2022

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30 min
25 Mar

Our gas tax proposal, a biotech stock pitch & the latest on property prices

What happens when one of the world’s biggest companies burns $80 billion chasing the future… and gets it wrong? Today we unpack the metaverse retreat, the real impact of rising oil tensions, and why smart investors keep buying even when markets feel shaky. In this episode: 0:00 Meta abandons the metaverse after $80B 6:00 Oil shock, Iran tensions & market reactions 9:00 Why long-term investors shouldn’t panic 12:30 Aussie gas tax debate explained 16:40 Community stock pitch: Telix Pharmaceuticals 19:50 Portfolio update & performance check-in 20:30 Australian property market: what’s happening now Stocks & ETFs mentioned: Telix Pharmaceuticals (ASX:TLX), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), Global X AI Infrastructure ETF (NASDAQ:AIQ), Catapult Group International (ASX:CAT), Pro Medicus (ASX:PME), Betashares Diversified All Growth ETF (ASX:DHHF), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Calling all bulls, bears and party animals! The market is closed, the bar is open. Come trade ideas at FinFest – Australia’s largest finance festival. Join us on Saturday 24 October in Sydney at Carriageworks for a day designed to prove that finance doesn’t have to be boring. We believe investing is a life skill everybody should have. FinFest is here to make learning it fun. You’ll hear from some of Australia’s best investors, business leaders and entrepreneurs, take part in educational sessions and connect with thousands of like-minded people – all while enjoying bars, food and entertainment. Leave inspired, better informed, and ready to take the next step on your investing journey. Register your interest for early bird tickets at equitymates.com/finfest ——— Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group. ——— Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we’ve got you covered. Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify) We’re particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email ——— Looking for some of our favourite research tools? Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight ——— In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ——— Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Mar

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34 min

Equity Mates Media is the home of your favourite investing podcasts. We aim to make the world of finance accessible and help you build the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to get started on your own investing journey. Join us as we break down the world of investing, from beginning to dividend.