The Netwealth Portfolio Construction Podcast
A podcast series designed for anyone who is interested in seeing the investing landscape in a different light.
In this podcast series, Paul O'Connor, Netwealth's Head of Investment Management & Research, picks the brains of key wealth management professionals to uncover unique insights on the investment areas they are most passionate about.
Together they explore potential opportunities, challenges and considerations in the market while also sharing fascinating stories and lessons from their experience.
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(Latest) Episode 41: Generating income and capital growth with unlisted infrastructure - AMP Capital
Rory Shapiro, Associate Director at AMP Capital
Accessing unlisted infrastructure, like airports and toll roads, can be challenging due to the large capital outlay required. In this episode, we chat with Rory Shapiro to explore how investors can generate cashflow with less volatility using unlisted infrastructure. Learn how infrastructure responds to rising inflation and discover the outlook and emerging opportunities in the sector.
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All episodes:
Episode 41: Generating income and capital growth with unlisted infrastructure - AMP Capital
Episode 40: Investing in the global leaders of tomorrow - Fidelity
Episode 39: Is this time different for bonds? - Schroders
Episode 38: Dynamic asset allocations in volatile times - First Sentier
Episode 37: Global property opportunities for income focused investors - APN Property
Episode 36: Stability in volatility with convertible bonds - Lazard
Episode 35: Generating income with a multi-sector fixed income strategy - Neuberger Berman
Episode 34: Market outlook and investment opportunities for 2021 (Montgomery)
Episode 33: What will global markets have in store for investors in 2021 - Perpetual
Episode 32: The investment opportunities in global mid & small-cap equities podcast - Fairlight
Episode 31: Global and Australian market outlook with David Bassanese - BetaShares
Episode 30: Market outlook and opportunities for investors in Australian equities - Pengana
Episode 29: The role of fixed interest strategies in an ultra-low rate environment - Ardea
Episode 28: Building a fixed interest portfolio while meeting your ESG goals - Dimensional
Episode 27: Why now might be time to reconsider the role of value investing - Orbis Australia
Episode 26: How the coronavirus shock will reshape the global investment landscape - BlackRock
Episode 25: What is driving increasing company valuations and will it last? - T.Rowe Price
Episode 24: Have Governments done enough to prevent a global recession? - PIMCO
Episode 23: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - AMP Capital
Episode 22: The rise of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing - Ausbil
Episode 21: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Nikko AM
Episode 20: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Ausbil
Episode 19: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Russell Investments
Episode 18: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - AllianceBernstein
Episode 17: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Coolabah Capital
Episode 16: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Magellan
Episode 15: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Roger Montgomery
Episode 14: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Schroders
Episode 13: 2020 economic outlook with Roger Montgomery
Episode 12: Building a robust portfolio with infrastructure
Episode 11: Investing for retirement
Episode 10: Finding opportunities in the Australian market
Episode 9: How to find value
Episode 8: Identifying quality small cap stocks
Episode 7: Building a concentrated portfolio
Episode 6: Roger Montgomery's investment forecast
Episode 5: Investing in a late-cycle market
Episode 4: Strengthening your portfolio with infrastructure
Episode 3: Exploring Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)
Episode 2: Preparing your portfolio for the long-term
Episode 1: What to look for in emerging markets
Episode 1: What to look for in emerging markets
Kim Catechis - Legg Mason
This episode we discuss emerging markets and why they should be on the radar of investors from Kim Catechis of Legg Mason. We also probe Kim on some of the markets that excite him and why he is so interested in Peruvian banking.
Episode 2: Preparing your portfolio for the long-term
Scott Fletcher - Russell Investments
Discover some of the key findings from the long-term investing report produced by Russell Investments and the ASX and how they may impact financial objectives. Scott Fletcher from Russell Investments also shares some of the assets and strategy’s that may be worth considering for a portfolio.
Episode 4: Strengthening your portfolio with infrastructure
Ofer Karliner - Magellan Asset Management
Enjoy our deep-dive on infrastructure investing with Ofer Karliner from Magellan Asset Management. Discover what infrastructure investing is, its benefits for a portfolio and when we should expect driverless cars on our roads.
Episode 5: Investing in a late-cycle market
Paul Chin - Jamieson Coote Bonds
With Australia potentially approaching or in a late-cycle market, we discuss some strategies investors should consider in these conditions with Paul Chin from Jamieson Coote Bonds. We also explore the benefits bonds can provide a portfolio during periods of volatility.
Episode 6: 2019 Investment forecast with Roger Montgomery
Roger Montgomery - Montgomery Investment Management
Roger Montgomery, founder and chief investment officer at Montgomery Investment Management, discusses how he views the current economic climate and the potential investment opportunities in this environment. Discover his thoughts on the banks, property, commodities and a few of his own investing rules.
Episode 7: Building a concentrated portfolio
Don Huber - Franklin Templeton
How can you create a successful portfolio with a small number of securities? Don Huber, portfolio manager at Franklin Templeton, joins the show to discuss how his team builds effective and diversified concentrated portfolios.
Episode 8: Identifying quality small cap stocks
Michelle Lopez - Aberdeen
Small cap stocks are often associated with risk, but with the right research they can result in significant returns. Learn the four attributes to look for when identifying quality small cap stocks from Michelle Lopez, Head of Australian Equities at Aberdeen. She also shares some stock stories and also gives her thoughts on the current macro-economic conditions.
Episode 12: Building a robust portfolio with infrastructure
Gavin Peacock - CBRE Clarion Securities
Learn the unique investment characteristics of global infrastructures and why this is an asset class too large to ignore for your portfolio.
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Episode 13: 2020 economic outlook with Roger Montgomery
Roger Montgomery - Roger Montgomery Investment Management
Hear from Roger Montgomery as he shares his views on the S&P/ASX 200 for the year ahead and the impacts of a potentially slowing Australian economy.
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Episode 14: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the global financial markets - Schroders
Sebastian Mullins, Fund Manager at Schroders
In this episode, Sebastian Mullins from Schroders joins us to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the global financial markets, including the likelihood of a recession, emerging investment opportunities and tips for investors to navigate the current economic uncertainty.
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Episode 15: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Roger Montgomery
Roger Montgomery, Montgomery Investment Management
In this episode, Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management joins us to discuss the current state of the Australian economy, including the impacts of a potential recession and Government stimulus-response, the present value of Australian equities and the winners and losers from a falling Australian dollar.
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Episode 16: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Magellan
Hamish Douglass - Magellan
In this episode, Hamish Douglass from Magellan joins us to discuss the outlook of the global financial markets, including the impact of a global economic slowdown, potential geopolitical risks and tips for investors to navigate the current market volatility.
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Episode 17: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Coolabah Capital
Christopher Joye - Coolabah Capital
In this episode, Christopher Joye from Coolabah Capital joins us to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian economy, including the potential damage to the GDP, current state of the fixed interest market and an outlook on Australian property.
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Episode 18: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - AllianceBernstein
Roy Maslen - AllianceBernstein
In this episode, Roy Maslen from AllianceBernstein joins us to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian economy, including the financial implications of the Government's isolation policies, what sectors are presenting investment opportunities for investors and his tips for navigating the current market uncertainty.
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Episode 19: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Alex Cousley from Russell Investments
Alex Cousley - Russell Investments
In this episode, Alex Cousley from Russell Investments joins us discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian and global economies, including the spread of the virus around the world, the impacts of a worldwide recession, rising geopolitical tensions between the US and China, the companies best placed to withstand an economic slowdown and his investment philosophy for navigating the current market uncertainty.
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Episode 20: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Tobias Bucks from Ausbil
Tobias Bucks - Ausbil
In this episode, Tobias Bucks from Ausbil joins us discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian and global economies, including the recent performance of global small-caps, the companies performing well during the current crisis, emerging ESG trends and his investment philosophy for navigating the current market uncertainty.
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Episode 21: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - Chris Rands from Nikko AM
Chris Rands - Nikko Asset Management
In this episode, Chris Rands from Nikko Asset Management joins us to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian economy, including the expected impact of the Federal Government's fiscal response on economic growth, the potential impact of geopolitical risks and what the Australian economy might look like post-COVID-19.
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Episode 22: The rise of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing - Måns Carlsson-Sweeny from Ausbil
Måns Carlsson-Sweeny - Ausbil
In this episode, Måns Carlsson-Sweeny from Ausbil joins us to discuss the latest trends in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing. Our conversation covers how to make ethical investment choices using ESG research, how rising geopolitical risks may impact ethical investing, the effect of the modern slavery act in developing nations and his investment tips for navigating the current market uncertainty.
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Episode 23: Weekly review of the impact of COVID-19 on the financial markets - AMP Capital
Phillip Hudak and Matt Griffin - AMP Capital
In this episode, Phillip Hudak and Matt Griffin from AMP Capital joins us to discuss the performance and outlook of the Australian small caps sector. Our conversation covers the sector's performance since the COVID-19 outbreak, how they have managed market volatility, the biggest opportunities they see in the sector and their tips for investors to manage the current market uncertainty.
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Episode 24: Have Governments and central banks done enough to prevent a global recession? - PIMCO
Brian Leach - Senior Vice President, Credit Strategy at PIMCO
In this episode, Brian Leach, Credit Strategist at PIMCO joins us to discuss the impact of fiscal and monetary measures issued by Governments and central banks and whether enough has been done to avoid a deep global recession. Brian also shares his views on the current performance of the fixed income markets, and what investors can do to positions their portfolios going forward.
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Episode 25: What is driving increasing company valuations and will it last? - T.Rowe Price
Scott Berg - Portfolio Manager, Global Equity Fund at T.Rowe Price
In this episode, Scott Berg, Portfolio Manager for the T.Rowe Price Global Equity Fund, joins us to discuss the recent performance and outlook of global equities, the role of value and growth stocks in your portfolio and the current factors driving company valuations. Scott also shares his views on the rising geopolitical risks between China and the US and his investment philosophy for navigating the current financial crisis.
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Episode 26: How the coronavirus shock will reshape the global investment landscape - BlackRock
Ben Powell - Chief Investment Strategist, APAC at BlackRock
In this episode, Ben Powell, Chief Investment Strategist, APAC at BlackRock, joins us to analyse the trends from BlackRock's 2020 midyear global outlook, which includes the steps to restarting the global economy, the future economic impacts of blurred monetary and fiscal policies and the acceleration towards sustainable investing.
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Episode 27: Why now might be time to reconsider the role of value investing - Orbis Australia
Dr Graeme Shaw - Director of Orbis Australia
In this episode, Dr Graeme Shaw, Director of Orbis Australia joins us to share his experiences from the last two decades as a contrarian investor, why investors should look towards value stocks over high-growth and what investors might expect to see in the market from a pandemic driven recession.
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Episode 28: Building a fixed interest portfolio while meeting your ESG goals - Dimensional
Marlena Lee - Head of Investment Solutions at Dimensional
In this episode, Marlena Lee, Head of Investment Solutions at Dimensional joins us to discuss the role that environment, social and governance (ESG) investing can play when building a fixed interest portfolio and why investors shouldn't have to sacrifice returns to meet their ethical objectives. Marlena also shares her views on how the markets might react to the upcoming US Presidential election.
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Episode 29: The role of fixed interest strategies in an ultra-low rate environment - Ardea
Dr Laura Ryan - Head of Research at Ardea
In this episode, Dr Laura Ryan, Head of Research at Ardea joins us to discuss fixed interest and specifically whether duration strategies can still provide diversification in portfolios in the current ultra-low interest rate environment.
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Episode 30: Market outlook and opportunities for investors in Australian equities - Pengana
Rhett Kessler - Fund Manager of Pengana's Australian Equities Fund
In this episode, Rhett Kessler, Fund Manager of Pengana's Australian Equities Fund joins us to discuss the recent performance of Australian equities, provide a macro update on the Australian economy, share his key takeaways from reporting season, and share where investors might look for stock opportunities in the current environment.
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Episode 31: Global and Australian market outlook with David Bassanese - BetaShares
David Bassanese - Chief Economist at BetaShares
In this episode, David Bassanese, Chief Economist at BetaShares joins us to discuss the potential impact of the US election on global markets, how China's trade restrictions might impact the Australian economy, the opportunities for investors in value investing and an outlook for Australian equities.
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Episode 32: The investment opportunities in global mid & small-cap equities - Fairlight
Nicholas Cregan, Portfolio Manager and Partner at Fairlight
In this episode, Nicholas Cregan, Portfolio Manager and Partner at Fairlight Asset Management joins us to discuss the recent performance and outlook for global mid and small-cap equities, how they differ from Australian equities and why more investors should consider a global mid and small-cap strategy in their portfolio.
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Episode 33: What will global markets have in store for investors in 2021 - Perpetual
Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy, Multi Asset Strategies at Perpetual
In this episode, Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy at Perpetual joins us discuss the outlook for the Australian and global economy, the potential impact of broadening import bans in China and how investors can generate positive returns in risk markets.
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Episode 34: Market outlook and investment opportunities for 2021 (Montgomery)
Roger Montgomery, Founder and CIO at Montgomery Investment Management
In this episode, Roger Montgomery, Founder and CIO at Montgomery Investment Management joins us to discuss the outlook for the Australian and global economy, the potential of residential property and best places to invest across Australian asset classes.
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Episode 35: Generating income with a multi-sector fixed income strategy - Neuberger Berman
Adam Grotzinger, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager at Neuberger Berman
Adam provides his outlook for 2021, why he is bullish on US and global trends, and how we could be expecting the strongest growth years since the pre-GFC era. Adam outlines some current market opportunities for investors wanting a regular and durable income whilst sharing his insights into the current low interest environment, inflationary pressures and the growing dominance of fiscal policy.
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Episode 36: Stability in volatility with convertible bonds - Lazard
Arnaud Brillois, Managing Director and Portfolio Analyst Lazard Global Convertibles
Arnaud shares his knowledge on convertible bonds and how they differ from vanilla equity or debt. Learn about the benefits of convexity, and how you can protect your investment portfolio from volatility.
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Episode 37: Global property opportunities for income focused investors - APN Property
Mark Mazzarella, Portfolio Manager at APN Property
Mark provides the key attractions of global property REITs for income focused investors, and the unique opportunities presented by the recent pandemic.
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Episode 38: Dynamic asset allocations in volatile times - First Sentier
Kej Somaia, Co-Head of Multi-asset Solutions at First Sentier
Kej outlines the importance of dynamic multi-asset portfolios when investing. We discuss inflation, bond yields, active vs passive strategies, and ethical investing. Kej also shares his thoughts on the next 10 year returns for fixed income and equities given the strong returns of the last decade.
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Episode 39: Is this time different for bonds? - Schroders
Kellie Wood, Fixed Income Fund Manager at Schroders
Bond markets are adjusting after yields moved sharply higher in the first quarter of 2021. Schroders Fund Manager Kellie Wood explores the trends set to shape markets in 2021, and explains why she believes the repricing of bonds represents a healthy reset.
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Episode 40: Investing in the global leaders of tomorrow? - Fidelity
James Abela and Maroun Younes, Portfolio Managers at Fidelity
In this episode, we explore the factors driving performance in the global small and mid cap sector and its future outlook with James Abela and Maroun Younes from Fidelity. Discover the opportunities outside of Australia and why more investors should consider a global small and mid cap strategy.
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Episode 41: Generating income and capital growth with unlisted infrastructure - AMP Capital
Rory Shapiro, Associate Director at AMP Capital
Accessing unlisted infrastructure, like airports and toll roads, can be challenging due to the large capital outlay required. In this episode, we chat with Rory Shapiro to explore how investors can generate cashflow with less volatility using unlisted infrastructure. Learn how infrastructure responds to rising inflation and discover the outlook and emerging opportunities in the sector.
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