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I recently joined Paul Turton on ABC Newcastle Mornings to discuss the recent market volatility. The S&P 500 headed into the 10 per cent correction zone last week and is currently in recovery. We also discussed challenges around domestic manufacturing and its potential effect on the Australian economy and national security. Tune in at 34:20-45:15 to hear the segment: ABC Newcastle: Mornings with Paul Turton

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I joined Philip Muscatello on the Shares for Beginners podcast to discuss the outlook for 2025, shifting market conditions, and where investors should focus in the year ahead. We explored the impact of disinflation, robust economic growth, and liquidity shifts on global markets, as well as the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and innovative companies. I also shared insights on individual stock picks, highlighting companies such as Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), REA Group (ASX:REA), Nick Scali (ASX:NCK), ARB Corporation (ASX:ARB) and more, which are strengthening their competitive advantages and positioning for long-term growth. Continue…

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I joined Ausbiz to discuss the growing appeal of the private credit sector and why it is emerging as a popular investment option for retail investors. Continue…

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Yesterday I joined Jess McGuire on ABC Statewide Drive to discuss why private credit is gaining traction as a popular investment option.

Following the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) banks faced increased regulation, making particular loan types less profitable for them. As a result, banks stopped offering these types of loans, creating a gap in the market. The private credit sector has stepped in to fill this void. Continue…

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I joined James Kirby on The Australian’s The Money Puzzle to discuss the declining momentum in artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, Trump’s recent tariffs, and recession indicators. To set the stage for positive market performance a combination of disinflation, positive economic growth, and central bank liquidity is required. With the imposed Trump tariffs, the buzz around AI waning, and a decline in liquidity – has confidence in positive market performance for 2025 dampened?

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I joined Paul Turton on ABC Newcastle radio to discuss the recently announced tariffs and their impact on global markets. The market reacted swiftly, with both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq declining as investors weighed the potential consequences. Many economists believe these tariffs could have negative long-term effects, despite being designed to encourage onshore manufacturing, particularly in the technology sector. However, such policies also carry risks, including escalating trade wars between countries and disruptions to imports and exports, which could have broader economic implications. Continue…

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In this week’s video insight, I explore the three key influences of market performance – inflation, economic growth, and liquidity – and how they can adversely or positively affect the market. In January and February this year we have already seen; the launch of a Chinese LLM (Large Language Model) which created waves in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) space, Trump’s imposition of tariffs (across China, Canada, Mexio and Europe), rising inflation, and increased geopolitical tension. Continue…

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I joined Sean Aylmer on the Fear and Greed podcast to explore what happens when companies are taken over. We discussed James Hardie’s planned merger with U.S. giant AZEK – a deal that will shift the company’s primary listing to Wall Street, with a secondary listing on the ASX. Meanwhile, Australian investors are increasingly buying U.S. shares. So, is the local stock exchange at risk? Should the ASX be concerned?

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