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- Yesterday19 min
What Australians have been buying and selling in 2026
What did everyday Australian investors do when markets turned volatile in 2026? Using Betashares Direct data, Bryce and Ren unpack the ETFs, stocks and themes attracting the most capital. From buying the dip in quality companies to piling into leveraged ETFs, gold, critical minerals and defence, this episode reveals how retail investors navigated a year defined by geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns and market swings. In this episode: 00:00 – What Betashares Direct data reveals about Australian investors01:09 – The most bought ETFs in 2026 so far03:04 – Top individual stocks and the rise of buying the dip06:08 – Auto-investing, market volatility and investor behaviour08:16 – Bulls vs bears: leveraged ETFs, gold and inverse funds12:01 – Critical minerals become the hottest thematic15:02 – Defence spending and geopolitical investing trends18:14 – Key lessons from retail investor behaviourETFs and Stocks mentioned: Betashares Diversified All Growth ETF (ASX: DHHF), Betashares Australia 200 ETF (ASX: A200), Betashares Global Shares ETF (ASX: BGBL), BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ), Betashares Geared Global Equity Fund (ASX: GHHF), Betashares Geared Australian Equities ETF (ASX: GEAR), CSL (ASX: CSL), Woodside Energy (ASX: WDS), DroneShield (ASX: DRO), WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC), Pro Medicus (ASX: PME), Xero (ASX: XRO), Cochlear (ASX: COH), BetaShares Australian Equities Strong Bear ETF (ASX: BBOZ), BetaShares Energy Transition Metals ETF (ASX: XMET), Global X Copper Miners ETF (ASX: WIRE), BetaShares Global Uranium ETF (ASX: URNM), Lynas Rare Earths (ASX: LYC), BetaShares Global Defence ETF (ASX: ARMR)Betashares Capital Ltd (ABN 78 139 566 868 AFSL 341181) is the issuer of the Betashares Funds, as well as Betashares Invest, the IDPS-like scheme available via Betashares Direct. Read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination, available at www.betashares.com.au, before making an investment decision. This information is general in nature and doesn’t take into account any person’s financial objectives, situation or needs. You should consider its appropriateness taking into account such factors and seek professional financial advice.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes only. Any advice is general advice and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances. Before acting on general ad
- 2 days ago35 min
Housing falls post-Budget, is adding to Super worth it & Pimp my Portfolio with Owen Rask
Australia’s property market is adjusting to a post-budget reality, South Korean investors are piling into leveraged AI bets at a breathtaking pace, and a community question sparks a deep dive into one of the biggest investing decisions Australians face: should you invest more through super or outside it? Plus, Owen Rask reviews a real Equity Mates portfolio featuring ETFs, individual stocks and a REIT.In this episode:00:00 – Property investing after the budget08:41 – South Korea’s AI-fuelled stock market frenzy12:49 – Community Question: Invest inside or outside super?14:42 – The tax advantages of superannuation16:25 – Flexibility, FIRE and accessing your money early19:00 – Contribution caps, balance limits and Div 29623:15 – Life-stage considerations when building wealth24:34 – Pimp My Portfolio with Owen Rask and community member MartyStocks & ETFs mentioned: Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (ASX: VAS), VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (ASX: QUAL), VanEck Australian Banks ETF (ASX: MVB), Fortescue (ASX: FMG), Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.B), Magellan Financial Group (ASX: MFG), Big River Industries (ASX: BRI), Centuria Office REIT (ASX: COF), Charter Hall Long WALE REIT (ASX: CLW), REA Group (ASX: REA), Domain Holdings Australia (ASX: DHG), Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Megaport (ASX: MP1), NextDC (ASX: NXT)How I Got Started Newsletter: https://getstartedinvesting.beehiiv.com/ Newsletter Sign Up: https://equitymates.com/join-our-newsletters/ ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes only. Any advice is general advice and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs. If unsure, speak to a financial professional. The host of this podcast and their guests may have positions in the companies mentioned. Equity Mates Media is part of the Betashares Group but maintains editorial independence and operates under Australian Financial Services licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago36 min
Beyond the Budget: How Charlie Viola is approaching building wealth | Ask an Adviser
The federal budget has investors asking whether the old wealth-building playbook still works. Charlie Viola joins Bryce and Ren to unpack what proposed tax changes mean for trusts, super, property, private credit and portfolio construction and why the fundamentals still matter more than the tax noise.In this episode: 00:00 — Why tax changes shouldn’t derail good investing00:55 — Budget changes and the pressure on family trusts05:14 — Capital gains tax: overreaction or real risk?09:01 — How accumulators should think about structures15:31 — Has the case for investment property changed?17:22 — Property, leverage and negative gearing19:23 — Global equities, AI and portfolio positioning23:14 — Why Australian equities look less compelling25:01 — Private credit and understanding the risks28:14 — Infrastructure’s role in portfolios32:49 — Charlie’s key actions for investors this yearIf you would like to speak to Charlie or any of his team head to equitymates.com/advice and we will put you in touch.Stocks & ETFs mentioned: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), BHP Group (ASX: BHP), ANZ Group (ASX: ANZ), Telstra Group (ASX: TLS), Woolworths Group (ASX: WOW), CSL (ASX: CSL), Cochlear (ASX: COH), Brambles (ASX: BXB), Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG), Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE), KKR & Co (NYSE: KKR), Qualitas (ASX: QAL).———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago33 min
Our Monthly Portfolio Update - May 2026
Bryce and Alec open the books on their portfolios after a big month in markets. AI continues to drive returns across the US and Asia, both portfolios saw core holdings run hard, and both made some tough sell decisions. They dig into thesis cards, active management, thematic ETFs, income investing and the challenge of balancing conviction with opportunity cost.In this episode: 00:00 - May: The month of portfolio changes01:49 - News & markets driving these changes03:21 - Portfolio performance overviews05:53 - Bryce’s thesis cards and portfolio sells12:00 - Ren trims down his individual stocks15:54 - Active managers vs index ETFs discussion21:29 - Bryce’s full portfolio breakdown26:27 - Ren’s full portfolio breakdownStocks & ETFs mentioned: Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (ASX: VDHG), Betashares Geared U.S. Equity Fund (ASX: GGUS), Vanguard FTSE Asia ex Japan Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAE), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU), CSL (ASX: CSL), Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN), Betashares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV), Plato Global Alpha Fund, Betashares Geared Australian Equity Fund (ASX: GEAR), Global X Copper Miners ETF (ASX: WIRE), Betashares Gold Bullion ETF (ASX: QAU), Axon Enterprise (NASDAQ: AXON), Bitcoin (BTC), Betashares Wealth Builder Diversified All Growth Geared ETF (ASX: GHHF), Betashares Global Shares ETF (ASX: EXUS), Betashares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (ASX: BEMG), Betashares Global Royalties ETF (ASX: ROYL), ClearBridge Global Infrastructure Income Fund, Catapult Group International (ASX: CAT), Spotify (NYSE: SPOT), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Shopify (NYSE: SHOP), QXO (NYSE: QXO), Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS)Sign up today and save 4 months on any paid Sharesight plans: https://www.sharesight.com/au/equitymates/Resources Reference: Dr David Allen Interview on Equity Mates.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor
- 1 weeks ago45 min
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 stock39:08 Why Loftus has been in and out of NVIDIA 4 times 42:28 Anshu's best company ever, book pick and adviceETFs and Stocks mentioned: Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund (ASX: LPGD), Loftus Peak Global Disruption Fund Unhedged (ASX: LPJD), 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 MicrochipThis 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 messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See <a s
- 1 weeks ago34 min
Enhanced Games disappoints, we're chasing Warren Buffett & our big Community Portfolio mistake
The Enhanced Games promised superhuman performances, but the results told a different story. Meanwhile, Eli Lilly delivered another breakthrough in the race to dominate the global weight loss market. Plus, Bryce & Ren reveal their mission to land Warren Buffett on the podcast, and a community member pitches an Aussie healthcare giant for the Community Portfolio.In this episode:00:00 – The Enhanced Games fail to deliver superhuman results05:18 – Eli Lilly’s new weight loss drug shocks the market10:49 – Where's Warren: Our Mission to Interview Warren Buffett15:03 – Calling Omaha to track down Buffett16:48 – Geoff Wilson gets us one step closer20:09 – The plan to contact Buffett’s longtime assistant22:28 – Community Portfolio update: Are we beating the market?24:29 – Josh pitches ResMed for the Community PortfolioEnhanced Games (NASDAQ: ENHA), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.B), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), ResMed (ASX: RMD), Catapult Group (ASX: CAT), Betashares Diversified All Growth ETF (ASX: DHHF), CSL (ASX: CSL), Cochlear (ASX: COH), Philips (AMS: PHIA)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago36 min
After the Budget: What Investors Should Do Next with Julie Bullen | Ask An Adviser
The federal budget has sparked plenty of investor anxiety, from negative gearing changes to capital gains tax and trust structures, but according to financial adviser Julie Bullen (Fox & Hare), most Australians shouldn’t be tearing up their strategy. Julie joins Bryce and Ren to unpack what actually matters for everyday investors, when debt recycling is worth it and how to think about property versus shares.If you’d like to speak to Julie or anyone on our advice network head to https://equitymates.com/advice/In this episode: 00:00 – Why the budget changes aren’t a reason to panic 02:38 – Negative gearing explained and what changes after the budget 07:32 – Should investors rethink property, trusts and growth assets? 12:48 – Lump sum investing vs dollar cost averaging 15:17 – Property vs shares: where would Julie put $1 million? 20:43 – Is debt recycling actually worth it? 23:45 – Superannuation strategy, consolidation and fees 28:23 – Managing money as couples, property structuring and planning for kids ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago40 min
Nvidia blows us away, X Marks the Stock & Pimp My Portfolio with Luke Laretive
Nvidia has delivered another monster result, Google is taking another swing at smart glasses, and SpaceX’s prospectus suggests Elon Musk’s space company may really be an AI company in disguise. Plus, Simon brings a spicy AI infrastructure stock from X, and Luke Laretive reviews a simple, globally diversified portfolio.In this episode:00:00 Nvidia’s AI boom keeps booming05:24 Google Glass is back?09:43 SpaceX files its prospectus16:45 X Marks the Stock21:08 SharonAI: the AI Infrastructure stock buzzing on X 28:15 Pimp My Portfolio with Luke Laretive30:17 Reviewing the core ETF portfolio33:19 Catapult, Qantas and stock picking disciplineStocks and ETFs mentioned: Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), Snap (NYSE: SNAP), Fair Isaac Corporation (NYSE: FICO), Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ: ODFL), Cintas (NASDAQ: CTAS), Moody’s (NYSE: MCO), Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.B), JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM), Sharon AI (NASDAQ: SHAI), NextDC (ASX: NXT), Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB), Betashares Australian Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (ASX: CRED), Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG), Catapult Group International (ASX: CAT), Qantas (ASX: QAN), Westpac (ASX: WBC), ReadyTech (ASX: RDY), DroneShield (ASX: DRO), Brambles (ASX: BXB), QBE Insurance (ASX: QBE)———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd 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 PointsListen 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———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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