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  • Australian ETF assets continue to rise
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    Australian ETF assets continue to rise

    Cash inflows into ASX-listed ETFs rose over April despite shorter trading from Easter and Anzac Day.

    16th Jun, 2023

    Source: Vanguard

  • Under the Hood | Investing in emerging asset classes

    Under the Hood | Investing in emerging asset classes

    This is the tenth episode of our Under the Hood series - but we hope isn't the last. It's been an epic series, and today we're closing out with two of the most popular ETFs in our community - both to do with the ESG and Climate theme. Blair is also back to join us as well as we venture 'Under the Hood' and ask 'how do we invest in emerging trends and asset classes' with these ETFs?

    10 June

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Get started weekly: 🤖 5 Artificial Intelligence ETFs to put on your watchlist
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    Get started weekly: 🤖 5 Artificial Intelligence ETFs to put on your watchlist

    The perfect compliment to our Get Started Investing podcast series. Every week we’ll break down one key component of the world of finance to help you get started on your investing journey. Perfect for beginner investors or for those that want a refresher on some key investing terms and concepts.

    6th Jun, 2023

  • Under the Hood | What about alternate assets?
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    Under the Hood | What about alternate assets?

    In this episode we look at bonds! After all, they're all over the news at the moment - so Bryce and Alec lean how ETFs can help us get access to alternate assets that aren't just equities.

    2 June

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Comparing funds and fees: Understand what you’re buying
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    Comparing funds and fees: Understand what you’re buying

    There’s a lot more to choosing an investment fund than the advertised management fee. These other elements can make a big difference to your returns over time.

    26th May, 2023

    Source: Vanguard

  • Under the Hood |  How do you manage ETF overlap?
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    Under the Hood | How do you manage ETF overlap?

    When you first start investing, it's so easy to get way too excited and buy a bunch of ETFs and then afterwards look under the hood and realise we might have overlap. In this episode we ask - what exactly is this, and why should we care?

    19 May

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Under the Hood | Help me narrow down my ETF theme choices!
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    Under the Hood | Help me narrow down my ETF theme choices!

    Different ETFs offer exposure in varying ways, and one of the critical distinctions you should be aware of is the difference between physical and synthetic ETFs. This ep we go over the pros and cons of each type!

    12 May

    Sponsored by Global X

  • What is an ETF - back to basics
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    What is an ETF - back to basics

    Curious about ETFs? Discover what an ETF is, its benefits, and how it differs from other investment options. Dive into this comprehensive guide and gain a clear understanding of the world of exchange-traded funds.

    2nd May, 2023

  • Should I invest in a managed fund or ETF?
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    Should I invest in a managed fund or ETF?

    What's the difference between managed funds and ETFs? And which product type is right for you? Read more to learn the key features of both investment products and how you can start investing.

    1st May, 2023

    Source: Vanguard

  • Under the Hood | Help me understand what I'm *actually* buying
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    Under the Hood | Help me understand what I'm *actually* buying

    We’re back with our series all about ETFs, supported by Global X. Today we're looking at how do you actually know what you're buying underneath? If you're buying Uranium ETF - is it *actual* uranium, or miners, or what else?

    28 April

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Should I invest in gold?
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    Should I invest in gold?

    In this episode, we dive into the world of gold investments, examining the reasons behind its recent surge to all-time highs above $2,000 an ounce.

    25 April

  • Under the Hood | What index are you tracking? And how is it made?
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    Under the Hood | What index are you tracking? And how is it made?

    Today we're looking at what indexes passive ETFs follow and how and who decides what goes in them? We also ask who are some of the most common index providers we should know? And why would you use an index provider rather than making the index yourself?

    21 April

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Get started weekly: 📈 CEOs are making millions trading competitors stock
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    Get started weekly: 📈 CEOs are making millions trading competitors stock

    The perfect compliment to our Get Started Investing podcast series. Every week we’ll break down one key component of the world of finance to help you get started on your investing journey. Perfect for beginner investors or for those that want a refresher on some key investing terms and concepts.

    18th Apr, 2023

  • Wealthy executives make millions trading competitors’ stock with remarkable timing
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    Wealthy executives make millions trading competitors’ stock with remarkable timing

    In the finance space, this ProPublica story caught our eye: CEOs of large American companies seem to be doing very well trading the stock of their biggest rivals.

    17th Apr, 2023

  • The Future of Equity Mates + Coached

    The Future of Equity Mates + Coached

    There's a lot going on at Equity Mates HQ - so Ren and Bryce want to take you through it, and how to navigate our feed.

    17 April

  • Expert: Elisa Di Marco - 5 companies driving real ESG outcomes

    Expert: Elisa Di Marco - 5 companies driving real ESG outcomes

    Elisa Di Marco joins Bryce to chat about how difficult it can be for retail investors to assess the environmental, social and governance practices of a company - give they all report on different aspects of their operations.

    14 April

    Sponsored by Magellan Asset Management

  • Under the Hood | A long term theme, or will it run out of steam?
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    Under the Hood | A long term theme, or will it run out of steam?

    This episode we dive into the fascinating realm of thematic ETFs. We're joined by Blair Hannon, Head of Investment Strategy at Global X, and he plays us in a game of 'Fake or Real ETF'.

    14 April

    Sponsored by Global X

  • Get started weekly: What are the best performing ETFS in 2023?
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    Get started weekly: What are the best performing ETFS in 2023?

    The perfect compliment to our Get Started Investing podcast series. Every week we’ll break down one key component of the world of finance to help you get started on your investing journey. Perfect for beginner investors or for those that want a refresher on some key investing terms and concepts.

    11th Apr, 2023

  • What are the best performing ETFS of 2023?

    What are the best performing ETFS of 2023?

    Today we play a game, that spectacularly backfires! Ren guesses the list way too quickly 😂 If you want to check out the resource we used to put this top 5 together, visit here: https://www.etftracker.com.au/the-app

    11 April

  • Under the Hood |  What's in a name of an ETF?

    Under the Hood | What's in a name of an ETF?

    We're joined by Kanish Chugh, Head of Distribution at Global X - to ask 'what's in a name?' and make sense of some of the acronyms and confusing terms around ETFs.

    7 April

    Sponsored by Global X

  • HIT IQ: Working on concussions in sports

    HIT IQ: Working on concussions in sports

    Around the world, concussions are the biggest challenge in sport. As the 2023 AFL and NRL season kicks off here in Australia, we are seeing multiple class actions from former players and rule changes to extend the time out of the game players must take after getting concussed.

    6 April

  • Bitesize: We bust 2 of the biggest myths when it comes to investing

    Bitesize: We bust 2 of the biggest myths when it comes to investing

    Today it’s some of our highlights from our previous Summer Series. Bryce and Alec count down the biggest myths they've since debunked since they started their investing journey.

    31 March

  • Uncovered: Hit-IQ (ASX: HIQ)
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    Uncovered: Hit-IQ (ASX: HIQ)

    We uncover Hit-IQ, an Australian healthcare company working to create a smart mouthguard that helps professional and amateur athletes alike monitor head knocks when playing sport

    30th Mar, 2023

  • Why it pays to look beyond the NTA
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    Why it pays to look beyond the NTA

    Recent equity market volatility has presented investors with compelling opportunities to buy listed investment companies (LICs) at a discount to their underlying net tangible asset (NTA) backing.

    28th Mar, 2023

    Source: Wilson Asset Management

  • Where do ETF dividends go?
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    Where do ETF dividends go?

    Are you curious about dividends in ETFs and how they work? If you're new to the world of investing, you might have questions about ETF dividends, their frequency, and their impact on your portfolio.

    28th Mar, 2023

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