Episodes

  • Elon returns to Tesla, ETF shake-up and divorce restarts

    Elon returns to Tesla, ETF shake-up and divorce restarts
    Apr 25 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith and Owen Rask discuss: Are markets heading for another GFC-like crisis? Tesla’s dramatic share price moves and Trump’s Tesla photo op How each of their fake $10,000 portfolios are holding up Lessons in position sizing, diversification and sticking to your plan If you love learning about stock market psychology and long-term investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered Market panic: is this another GFC? Fake $10,000 portfolios update: all 3 in the red Trump buys a Tesla on the White House lawn? Lessons from the drawdowns: position sizing and holding through volatility What should investors actually do right now? Community feedback: should we add monthly portfolio trades? Resources for This Episode 📄 Learn more about diversification and rebalancing: $10,000 portfolio challenge ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get financial planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access show notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the investor podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Mitch Sneddon’s worst investments & what they taught him

    Mitch Sneddon’s worst investments & what they taught him
    Apr 23 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Mitch Sneddon discuss: Mitch’s worst-ever investment (Fleetwood, ASX:FWD) Why mining services can be dangerous for retail investors Lessons learned from overconfidence and poor diversification Why Rask Invest now focuses on core-satellite ETF portfolios If you love learning about ETFs, risk management, and avoiding classic investing mistakes, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered Mitch shares the story behind his biggest loss: an 80% drop on Fleetwood How the mining boom masked serious business risks The importance of identifying “price takers” vs “price makers” Why underinvestment in non-core business areas can be fatal The danger of overconfidence and investing without diversification How Mitch uses ETFs today to avoid repeating past mistakes Why Rask Invest portfolios steer clear of individual ASX small caps Investor psychology and the critical need to plan for retirement Tips for retirees on managing risk and staying the course Mitch’s framework for modern portfolio construction Resources for This Episode 📄 Learn More About ETF Investing & Rask Invest: Check out Rask Invest Follow Mitch’s daily investing blogs ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • Buy FANG stocks (why Trump is good for US tech)

    Buy FANG stocks (why Trump is good for US tech)
    Apr 18 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of The Rask Group, and Drew Meredith, Director of Wattle Partners, dive into the latest ASX news, explain why FANG stocks should be on your watchlist, and the latest at WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC). If you like small-cap investing, global technology companies or the stock market in general, you'll get the names and analysis of top ASX shares and NASDAQ-listed shares. If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on US stocks and portfolio construction, 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: The case for US stocks China v America company-specific trade war Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) director changes Are we worried about inflation? What is a family trust + bucket company and why did Owen use one? How to construct a portfolio with low risk assets Is 23% in Soul Patts (ASX: SOL) and Australian Foundation Investment Ltd (ASX: AFI) How to get a job in finance Resources for this episode $10k portfolios - daily tracking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/portfolio/ Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest Rask Resources All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest 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
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    58 mins
  • Global Investing Lessons with Invesco’s Andrew Hall

    Global Investing Lessons with Invesco’s Andrew Hall
    Apr 16 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Andrew Hall discuss: Invesco’s global investment process and strategy Why 80% of the fund targets compounders, and 20% improvers How the Invesco Global Opportunities Fund is built and managed Lessons learned from crises like COVID-19 and the GFC How Andrew uses data, discipline and team introspection to manage money globally If you love learning about portfolio construction, global investing, and behavioural discipline, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Welcome & introduction to Andrew Hall and Invesco – What makes equities the best long-term asset class – The 80/20 split: compounders vs improvers – How Andrew defines a compounder and what separates them from improvers – The role of change, leadership and industry dynamics in selecting improvers – How the Invesco Global Opportunities Fund is structured and managed – Lessons learned from major crises: the GFC, COVID-19, and more – How Andrew made tough calls during the COVID crash – Reflections on personal resilience, team strength, and managing under pressure – Portfolio management discipline and handling uncertainty Resources for This Episode Learn More About Invesco & the Global Opportunities Fund: Invesco Australia Invesco Global Opportunities Fund (Hedged Class A) ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Australian Investors Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast #Invesco #GlobalInvesting #Compounders #Improvers #PortfolioConstruction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Owen's $100k investment (and how it's gone), plus Drew's Prado flex | 2 Sense

    Owen's $100k investment (and how it's gone), plus Drew's Prado flex | 2 Sense
    Apr 11 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss: Trump’s tariff bombshell and its global market impact Owen’s $100K investment using equity release How Owen's timing the market went surprisingly well Owen is buying Costco (NASDAQ: COST) + WiseTech Global Ltd (WTC) Why diversification and long-term thinking still win Weekly investor mailbag How to build a core plus satellite with shares An Elon conspiracy theory If you love learning about global markets, investing strategies, and macroeconomic trends, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered Welcome & catching up during school holidays Markets in meltdown: ASX, S&P 500 & Nasdaq fall hard Owen’s $100K investment: humblebrag or genius move? Equity release strategy explained Baby Munger arrives: Charlie Derrimuth Rask is born Trump's tariff reversal: what it really means China’s response & global economic risks Drew’s view: trade wars, inflation & the American manufacturing revival Will tariffs help young Americans get jobs? The US vs China economic policy approach Backing American tech giants over government defence Apple, Google, Microsoft & the future of global dominance Bonus: Drew’s new mystery vehicle and Owen’s studio upgrade plan Resources for This Episode 📄 Learn More About US Tariffs & Trade Wars: Why Trump is using Tariffs – Owen’s article Owen’s $100,000 investment – what he bought 25 things Owen would teach his child Debt recycling and equity release explained ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Global Investing, AI, and the Russell 2000 (RSSL) – A Deep Dive with Billy Zeng

    Global Investing, AI, and the Russell 2000 (RSSL) – A Deep Dive with Billy Zeng
    Apr 9 2025
    In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, host Owen Rask sits down with Billy Zeng from Global X ETFs to discuss: Why global investing is more important than ever How AI is reshaping markets & investment strategies The role of the Russell 2000 (RSSL) Index in a diversified portfolio How investors can think about currency hedging for international exposure If you love learning about global markets & ETFs, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered Welcome & Introduction The Rise of AI & Its Impact on Investing Why Investors Should Think Globally Home Country Bias & How to Overcome It What Is the Russell 2000 (RSSL) & Why It Matters? How AI Could Unlock Mid-Cap Growth Currency Hedging Strategies for Global Investors Final Thoughts & Takeaways for Investors Resources for This Episode 📄 Learn More About These ETFs: Global X Russell 2000 ETF (RSSL): https://www.globalxetfs.com/funds/rssl/ Global X FANG+ ETF (FANG): https://www.globalxetfs.com.au/funds/fang/ ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • 🚨 ASX meltdown? How to protect yourself and your portfolio [SPECIAL]

    🚨 ASX meltdown? How to protect yourself and your portfolio [SPECIAL]
    Apr 7 2025
    The ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) price is crashing down 6.5%. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price is down 7.7%. BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price is down 8%. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/SBxxCavI2Lo ASX 200 investors, what should you do in a market crash?! If you're watching the ASX 200 sell-off in fear, rest assured - at 12 noon today (MEL/SYD time), Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask will break down his 5-part market crash investing checklist. ✨ Resources ✨ Rask Invest portfolio: https://www.rask.com.au/rask-invest Join our community: https://community.rask.com.au Get financial advice: https://www.rask.com.au/advice Special guest Claude Walker: https://arichlife.com.au/ All information in this podcast is strictly general in nature. It is not personal financial advice as it does not take into account your needs, goals or objectives. So don’t act on it before speaking with your financial planner. Owen Raszkiewicz can be verified on asic.gov.au. He is the ultimate holder of AFSL 563907 and you can read Rask's Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg Investing can be risky and result in permanent capital loss. #investing #asx200 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Best Business Models & ASX + US Companies We'd Buy | 2-Sense with Owen & Drew

    Best Business Models & ASX + US Companies We'd Buy | 2-Sense with Owen & Drew
    Apr 4 2025
    On this week's Australian Investors Podcast 2 Sense episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss: The best business models in the world and why they work Why Pinnacle (ASX:PNI) stands out in Aussie funds management Apple & Microsoft: the power of platforms and ecosystems Which ASX and US companies Owen and Drew would buy and hold forever If you love learning about business quality, competitive advantages, and building high-performing portfolios, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – What makes a great business model: scalability, margins, customer stickiness – Why funds management used to be unbeatable (and what’s changed) – Pinnacle Investment Management (ASX:PNI) and the affiliate model explained – Apple’s ecosystem and Microsoft’s B2B dominance – The most profitable sectors by net margins – Which one ASX and one US company Owen & Drew would buy ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 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: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg. #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast #2Sense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins