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SBS On the Money is a daily finance and business news podcast from SBS. Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with leading analysts, executives and market voices to unpack the ASX, the Australian economy, interest rates, personal finance, business trends and the latest market moves. New episodes drop every weekday after the Australian share market closes.

1d ago

Why Black Friday bargains could be bigger this year

Slowing retail sales could mean bigger Black Friday discounts this year, as shoppers face renewed interest rate pressures. Slowing retail sales and cost-of-living pressures could deliver bigger Black Friday and Christmas bargains. But with inflation rising and uncertainty over the RBA's next move, what does it mean for shoppers and investors?SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Betashares Investment Strategist Hugh Lam about consumer spending, interest rates, global markets and the Australian dollar's 13-year high against the New Zealand dollar.In this episode:Why could Black Friday discounts be bigger this year?How is inflation affecting the RBA's next rate decision?What do US interest rates and the AI boom mean for investors?Why is the Australian dollar soaring against the NZ dollar?Where could investors find opportunities amid uncertainty?SBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
2d ago

Inflation rises: Is a Melbourne Cup Day rate hike next?

Australia's inflation rate has climbed to 4.3 per cent, raising the prospect of another RBA rate rise. What does it mean for interest rates and investors? Australia's annual inflation has risen to 4.3 per cent, fuelling speculation about another RBA rate rise on Melbourne Cup Day. Economist Warren Hogan examines what's driving price pressures, while portfolio manager Jun Bei Lui discusses the market reaction, renewed confidence in AI and Star Entertainment's $260 million fine.In this episodeWhat's driving Australia's inflation surge, and can another rate rise bring it under control?Could the RBA lift interest rates on Melbourne Cup Day?How investors are responding to inflation and renewed confidence in AI.What Star Entertainment's $260 million fine means for its future.SBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
3d ago

Anthropic's IPO tests the AI investment boom

Anthropic's sales are soaring, but questions remain about the AI boom, with its IPO seen as a major test for the sector. Anthropic's IPO prospectus reveals the scale of the AI investment boom, with surging revenue, heavy computing costs and a reported $81 billion loss, largely attributed to an accounting charge.SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pollack, chief investment officer at Loftus Peak, about investor risks, revenue concentration and the potential scale of the listing.Clive Maguchu, senior strategist at State Street Investment Management, examines the ASX's 0.5 per cent rise, interest rates, inflation and geopolitical risks.In this episodeWhat Anthropic's IPO reveals about the AI boomRevenue concentration and risks for AI investorsHow interest rates, inflation and global tensions affect marketsWhat Microsoft's buyout offer signals for AI and jobsSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
4d ago

Inflation data puts the RBA’s next move in focus

Wednesday’s inflation figures could shape next week’s rate decision, as investors weigh oil prices and global uncertainty. The Australian sharemarket edged 0.2 per cent higher after oil prices eased from a six-month high. With inflation data due on Wednesday and an RBA meeting next week, investors are watching for clues about interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pikoulas, CEO of Munjarra Capital, about market sentiment, the AI build-out, investment opportunities and whether conditions favour more mergers and acquisitions.In this episodeWhat Wednesday’s inflation figures could mean for the RBA’s next rate decisionHow higher oil prices and global uncertainty are shaping investor sentimentWhy the AI build-out is a key story for investorsWhether current conditions are right for more mergers and acquisitions in AustraliaSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Oct 23

Oil hits five-month high as markets weigh inflation risks

Oil reaches about US$114 a barrel as investors weigh inflation, interest rates and the Australian dollar. Oil reached a five-month high near US$114 a barrel as the Australian sharemarket finished flat and the ASX 200 fell 0.1 per cent over the week. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ head of FX Strategy Mahjabeen Zaman about investor sentiment, bond yields, inflation, gold and the Australian dollar. The episode also explores Western Sydney International’s opening and the investment needed to support the region, with Professor Azadeh Dastyari of the Centre for Western Sydney at Western Sydney University.In this episodeWhat higher oil prices could mean for inflation and interest rate expectationsWhy bond yields, gold and currencies are shaping investor sentimentHow the Australian dollar is responding to global uncertaintyWhat Western Sydney International could mean for the region’s economy and why ongoing investment mattersSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Oct 21

NextDC’s 42% plunge puts data centre risks in focus

Delays to power upgrades at NextDC's Melbourne site forced a sharp downgrade, raising questions for data centre investors. A delay to power upgrades at a Melbourne site sent NextDC shares tumbling and prompted a sharp cut to its revenue guidance. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves examines what the setback could mean for the wider data centre build-out, with Luke Laretive of Seneca Financial Solutions. Plus, SpaceX reports a 161 per cent jump in quarterly revenue, with AI revenue up nine-fold, as Elon Musk floats a possible merger with Tesla. Tom Kennedy speaks with Dan Ives of Yorkville Ives about the result and the wider AI trade.In this episodeWhat NextDC’s downgrade and share price fall could mean for investors in data centresHow community opposition and delays to power upgrades could affect data centre projectsWhat SpaceX’s results and growing AI revenue mean for the company and Australians with super exposureThe potential implications of a SpaceX and Tesla merger, and the risks around AI investment, debt and interest ratesSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Oct 20

NAB to cut 2,500 jobs as shares fall

NAB says the cuts will simplify its operations, while promising no material impact to customer-facing banking roles. NAB plans to cut about 2,500 jobs this financial year, including 1,500 before the end of December, as it reshapes its operations and focuses on growth and technology. The bank says customer-facing roles will not be materially affected. Its shares fell nearly 2 per cent as the broader sharemarket lost ground. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Citi’s Elizabeth Tian about the market moves, including a lift in tech stocks.In this episode• NAB’s planned workforce cuts and the bank’s reasons for making them• What NAB says the changes could mean for customer-facing roles• Why the ASX200 fell 0.4 per cent, with miners leading the declines• How global technology stocks performed across different marketsSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Oct 19

The case for a higher GST, and what it could mean for you

Grattan proposes a 15 per cent GST that includes food, with tax cuts and welfare payments to offset the cost. The Grattan Institute says raising the GST from 10 to 15 per cent and extending it to food could help fund income tax cuts, welfare payments and state services. But both major parties have rejected the proposal, and concerns remain about its impact on households and inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Grattan Institute CEO Aruna Sathanapally, then examines the ASX’s rise, global tech selling and China’s growth with George Boubouras of K2 Asset Management.In this episode: • What a broader, higher GST could mean for household budgets, income tax and welfare payments• Why the proposal faces political resistance, and the concerns about its impact on inflation• What the ASX’s gains reveal as global technology stocks sell off and oil prices rise• How stronger Chinese growth and unrest in France could affect investor sentiment and opportunitiesSBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

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SBS On the Money is a daily finance and business news podcast from SBS. Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with leading analysts, executives and market voices to unpack the ASX, the Australian economy, interest rates, personal finance, business trends and the latest market moves. New episodes drop every weekday after the Australian share market closes.