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Shared Lunch

A conversation with experts, CEOs, and you. We talk to company leaders and industry experts every week. Listen or watch over lunch or whenever for what’s happening in the economy, the markets, and the companies you invest in. Investing involves risk. This channel is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. Information provided is general advice only and current at the time and does not take into

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3:26

Quick bite: Can Rod Duke beat IKEA?

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2025/05/26

How does Briscoe Group's Rod Duke view incoming competition from international retailers like IKEA and Sports Direct? The retail veteran shares his unconventional strategy of welcoming customers to try competitors. Plus - Duke reflects on his transition from hands-on management to mentoring, and why building a lasting legacy matters more than short-term defense. This clip is taken from our previous episode: ‘Occupy, dominate, and defend’: Briscoe Group’s growth plan. For more or to

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27:10

‘Occupy, dominate, and defend’: Briscoe Group’s...

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2025/05/21

How do you steer a retail giant through US-China trade conflicts and low consumer spending?Garth Bray cracks open Rod Duke's playbook for weathering an economic downturn—and capitalising on an international trade standoff. The Briscoe Group CEO reveals how his buyers have used ongoing tariff tensions to find negotiating opportunities with Chinese suppliers.In this episode, we find out: why is Briscoe Group investing $100M in a new distribution center while sales are flat? Why would this big

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3:41

Quick Bite: Does KiwiSaver need higher contribution...

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2025/05/19

Is KiwiSaver better off with policy stability or is it overdue for comprehensive reform? Matt MacPherson from Sharesies & Chris Di Leva of Harbour Asset Management debate whether potential cuts to government contributions would impact participation rates.Plus - how many investors would support higher KiwiSaver contributions in a cost of living crisis? This clip is taken from our previous episode "Investing in US markets via KiwiSaver". For more or to watch on YouTube—check out

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29:56

Investing in US markets via KiwiSaver

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2025/05/14

Curious about investing in the US market in more ways than one? In our latest episode of Shared Lunch, we explore a new KiwiSaver option, the Sharesies US500 Fund—what it is, how it works, and what role it might play as a part of your KiwiSaver. We also cover why global diversification matters, the recent US market wobbles, your risk appetite, and how to think about US investing as part of your long-term financial plan. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out

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4:32

Quick Bite: Leverage AKA the mortgage magnifier

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2025/05/11

In this quick bite, Ed McKnight from Opes Partners challenges the perception that property investment is low-risk, explaining how leverage amplifies both gains and losses. How exactly does the "mortgage magnifier" work? Ed shares how even a 5% property value change can result in far bigger equity shift for investors. Plus, we look at historical returns between property and shares in New Zealand over the past 25 years.This quick bite is from our previous episode 'What does property investment look

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33:43

Ed McKnight: What does property investment look like...

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2025/05/07

After recent rockiness in both equity and housing markets, we revisit the classic shares vs. property discussion with Ed McKnight, Resident Economist at Opes Partners. While he believes there’s a “buyer’s market”, Ed cautions that housing might be riskier than you think, and that leverage can amplify your losses as well as your returns. Is Ed worried about the impacts of climate and insurability for property investors? What makes a property rentable in 2025? How does our

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4:45

Quick bite: Finance Minister Nicola Willis on NZ's...

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2025/05/05

In this quick bite: Leighton Roberts sits down with NZ Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Where are the inspiring local success stories and why don't we hear much about innovative Kiwi businesses? Plus - the government's fiscal strategy, current debt levels and the path to budget balance and why New Zealand's size might be its advantage. This clip is taken from our previous episode '' For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch If there are any companies, sectors, or

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35:48

Nicola Willis: Can NZ’s growth beat our $9B annual...

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2025/04/30

After a tough few years for inflation, interest rates, and investor confidence, Nicola Willis is charged with not only repairing but expanding the economy. So how will our Minister of Finance and Economic Growth make that happen? Get a preview of the upcoming Budget, and hear how the Minister plans to strike a balance between stimulating growth and managing spending. How will we prioritise investment into key areas like health, education, and defense? How can we reduce NZ’s debt and attract

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4:04

Quick bite: Are investors getting braver?

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2025/04/28

Volatility doesn't seem to be scaring off Kiwi investors—could it be teaching us new strategies? In this bonus clip, Susannah Batley from Sharesies & Paul McBeth (The Bottom Line) discuss how investors are adapting to market turbulence by shifting toward ETFs and diversified funds rather than retreating. Does traditional index investing still provide true diversification when a handful of tech giants dominate returns? Could we be seeing a psychological shift with today's retail investors

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31:33

The art of strategic mediocrity

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2025/04/23

Forget chasing perfection, let's talk about the power of strategic mediocrity and how it might be your most valuable weapon when it comes to investing. In this week's episode of Shared Lunch, Garth Bray is joined by Paul MacBeth, editor of The Bottom Line, and Susannah Batley, GM of Sharesies Business. Together, they explore what it takes to build investment strategies, discuss how the NZX has reacted to the volatility of the last few weeks, and unpack well-known investment management firm

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15:14

Bonus: What made this market dip different with Bryce...

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2025/04/20

Check in with Bryce Leske from Equity Mates on the aftermath of Trump’s tariff bombshell, the big market swings, and how investors seem to be reacting differently this time. Compared to recent market crashes like COVID, Bryce has noticed a new sense of excitement and opportunity, with many sticking to their strategies or using the downturn to scoop up shares at lower prices. Hear why investing success is about your character over your intelligence, and the ability to stick to your guns during

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25:32

Finding value in volatile markets

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2025/04/16

Make sense of the markets with Michelle Lopez, Head of Australasian Equities and Portfolio Manager at PIE Funds. Michelle talks about the ripple effects of tariffs and finding opportunities in a volatile market—identifying the emerging sectors and unexpected advantages. Michelle tells us which industries might be more impacted by US tariffs—and which could benefit. Hear why global trade disruptions could actually lead to deflation for Aussie consumers, and how to identify promising

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5:01

Bonus bite: Volatility, the vote, and Aussie energy...

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2025/04/14

Ahead of the Australian election, Scott Phillips of The Motley Fool describes how market volatility and politics impact the energy sector—from solar to coal. Is expanded nuclear power on the horizon? What’s the lesson from the lithium crash? What would tariffs do to oil, and what’s the ripple effect for Australia’s other fuel and energy sources? This is a bonus clip from our latest episode “Investor’s guide to tariffs and the Aussie election”. For more or to

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31:09

Investor guide to tariffs and the Aussie election

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2025/04/09

In the lead-up to the Australian election, we speak to Scott Phillips of The Motley Fool on markets, party politics—and of course, tariffs. Scott believes that market volatility will run its course, reminding us of the roaring bull market that followed massive covid sell-offs. While he’s optimistic about the long-term, he also has sobering predictions for the near-term impact of tariffs on the Australian economy and beyond. Is one particular party better for the economy? How much does

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15:42

Outgoing Meridian CEO on cost of power

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2025/04/06

You run with the ups and downs being the CEO of a gentailer. In this bonus episode Neal Barclay, the outgoing CEO of Meridian Energy reflects on his 7 years at the helm of one of our largest listed companies. He’s super proud of the renewable track the gentailer is forging, but not without its risks and challenges. This includes its joint venture with NZ Windfarms to upgrade the wind farm near Palmerston North, Te Rere Hau. Even with a net loss in recent times, low lakes levels and rising

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30:10

Meridian Energy's $91M takeover bid for NZ Windfarms

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2025/04/02

Go inside Meridian’s takeover proposal with Craig Stobo, Chair of NZ Windfarms, and Neal Barclay, outgoing Meridian CEO. The two leaders weigh in on the $91M offer, the coming shareholder vote, and the future of renewable energy in New Zealand. Discover the motivations behind the deal, the potential of the $600M Te Rere Hau project, and what happens if the proposal falls through. And hear what this acquisition could mean for the country's energy industry, for investors in both companies—

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3:22

Quick bite: Are we prepared for a rapidly aging...

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2025/03/30

800,000 Kiwis are projected to be over 75 by 2040 – double today's numbers. Summerset Group CEO Scott Scoullar discusses the rapidly aging New Zealand population and retirement villages integrate with aged care facilities, combining community connections with higher levels of care. Plus, did you know Summerset is New Zealand's second-largest home builder? In a bonus clip we find out about their occasional ventures into residential development. This clip is taken from our previous episode

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25:39

Retirement villages: A hidden real estate giant?

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2025/03/26

Our aging population and housing supply—two of the country’s hottest topics. And right at the intersection of both? Retirement housing.Scott Scoullar, CEO of Summerset, tells Garth Bray how the retirement village provider became New Zealand’s second-largest property developer—and the unique financial model that's helped them stay ahead of the market forces that have struck competitors.With a rapidly growing elderly population, how is the retirement sector adjusting—and

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3:43

Quick Bite: What are the risks of private equity?

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2025/03/24

In this quick bite, Dr Joel Shulman from ERShares unpacks the democratization of private equity. What strategic opportunities exist in private markets that have been traditionally off-limits? Why has private equity grown from $1 trillion to $13 trillion and what are the impacts? Plus, insights on the unique valuation dynamics of private investments and why market movements create both risks and opportunities for investors. This quick bite is from our previous episode 'The ETF that lets you own

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30:54

The ETF that lets you own SpaceX

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2025/03/19

Fund manager Dr. Joel Shulman is bringing private equity access to retail investors. Meet XOVR, the exchange-traded fund that includes private holdings like SpaceX—typically only available to big institutions or cashed-up individuals. Hear how deferred IPOs have made private equity a $13 trillion market, and why Dr. Shulman believes there’s still massive growth potential, even dwarfing cryptocurrency. Discover the risks and advantages of XOVR, the unique entrepreneurial index it tracks,

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