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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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31:15

Is economic recovery stalling?

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2025/07/09

If our economy is in recovery, why is the supermarket checkout still so brutal? Listen in on our chat with Brad Olsen, Principal Economist at Infometrics. Brad breaks down why New Zealanders are still facing uncomfortable inflation, despite a gradual economic comeback—and why attractive interest rates aren’t luring buyers into the housing market. Are investors becoming ‘numb’ to world events after years of outlandish headlines? What’s the latest on those infamous

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3:41

Quick Bite: Halter president on the IPO question

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2025/07/07

Halter’s collars are already revolutionising the way farmers manage their herds. So what’s the next big move for this homegrown ag-tech unicorn? In this quick bite with Halter President Andrew Fraser, we hear why New Zealand is the perfect launchpad for innovation, how farming and tech are merging in powerful ways, and why an IPO isn’t the only path to success. This clip is from our previous episode: Halter’s $1B USD “farm operating system 🎧 Watch the full episode or

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30:37

Halter’s $1B USD “farm operating system”

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2025/07/02

Get a closer look at billion-dollar agritech trailblazer Halter. We’re talking to Andrew Fraser, President, about the innovative cow collar system helping farmers get more from their land and livestock. Discover how this homegrown solution has improved pasture management and herd welfare across NZ, Australia, and the US—and won serious private investment capital. Andrew discusses Halter's recent $165 million Series D funding round, led by VC firm Bond. We get into their strategy for the

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8:33

Bonus: The most requested feature for the Sharesies...

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2025/06/30

Sharesies' Matt MacPherson reveals the launch of members' most-requested feature—US Self-Select for the Sharesies KiwiSaver Scheme, opening access to 55 American companies. We discuss: The unique Investment Plan Builder tool that lets you experiment with portfolio combinations using virtual money before committing How guardrails work to maintain diversification (minimum 50% in base funds, maximum 5% per individual stock selection) Access to previously unavailable investments like crypto

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24:16

Investing during times of conflict

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2025/06/25

Investors may be feeling uneasy as tensions remain high between the US, Iran, and Iraq. To shed some light on the latest situation, we’re turning to Nicholas Bagnall, Chief Investment Officer at Te Ahumairangi fund, and Matt Macpherson, our Head of KiwiSaver. Nicholas has seen more than a few conflicts play out over his 30+ years of investment management, so we’re asking—where to from here? What moves can we expect from Russia and China? What could this all mean for oil prices and

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3:17

Quick Bite: From the Olympics to the boardroom–How...

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2025/06/23

Wesfarmers CEO Rob Scott has competed on the world stage. So what did elite sport teach him about running billion-dollar brands like Kmart and Bunnings? Hear how Olympic discipline shaped his leadership style, why great teams (not great egos) matter most, and the investor advice he swears by:“When the horse is dead, get off.”This clip is from our previous episode 'The investment giant behind Kmart and Bunnings–Wesfarmers' Watch the full episode or catch more clips:

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33:41

The investment giant behind Kmart and...

Shared Lunch ·

2025/06/18

Meet Wesfarmers, the Aussie conglomerate behind Kmart, Bunnings, and Target. Former Olympian turned CEO Rob Scott recounts their rise from WA farmer's co-op to global investment titan—and what comes next. What makes their "loose-tight" management philosophy work? What’s the secret to Kmart's repositioning—including global demand for in-house brand Anko? How can Wesfarmers’ retail brands protect their supply chains against tariffs and unstable geopolitics? In the wake of

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4:43

Quick bite: Infratil on concentration risk & AI

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2025/06/16

In this quick bite Jason Boyes from Infratil talks to some tough questions—share price drops, DeepSeek and CDC’s weight in the portfolio. Plus, hear about the importance of clear comms and site visits, and why he's staying patient on AI—even if investors want their Christmas presents early.This quick bite is from our previous episode 'How much runway does Infratil have?'For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by

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35:15

How much runway does Infratil have?

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2025/06/11

Jason Boyes, Infratil CEO, joins us from their $500M upgrade site at Wellington Airport—where the infrastructure investor holds a 66% stake. After reporting mixed results for the last financial year, Jason charts the course of Infratil’s future. What’s driven the company’s net loss for FY2024, even while underlying earnings showed growth? How does the management team plan to rein in their cash flow imbalance? Jason reaffirms Infratil’s commitment to dividends and

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6:33

Tony Alexander Q&A: Land tax, brain drain, and...

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2025/06/08

In this bonus episode, economist Tony Alexander tackles your burning questions—from the case for a land value tax, to the flood of Kiwis heading offshore, to what financial education should mean for kids.. Tony shares why a land tax might not fly politically, how soaring rates could change where retirees live, and a twist on the “brain drain”—with whole families following their kids across the ditch. Plus, his take on why financial education needs to go beyond

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26:01

Property: Recovery or relapse?

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2025/06/04

Independent economist Tony Alexander is back to give us the lowdown on the housing market, interest rates, and what’s driving investment sentiment in 2025. He unpacks why lending is still lagging behind 2021 levels, despite a lift in business and consumer credit, and why the cost of living remains stubbornly high, with some commodity prices reportedly up around 17%. Why are private debt levels looking lower in the South Island than in the North? What happened to the housing market recovery

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7:40

Bonus: Exploring opportunities in a circular...

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2025/06/03

Ever wonder about those plastic crates your fruit comes in? Morrison CEO Paul Newfield reveals how these overlooked circular economy systems represent infrastructure potential his $25B firm hunts for. Paul shares his candid admission about underestimating New Zealand's renewable energy, why Australia's coal plants breaking down makes the energy transition inevitable, and how Morrison's decades-long expertise—from 1990s NZ wind farms to billion-dollar US developments—turned early

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37:02

Why infrastructure is having a moment–Morrison

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2025/05/28

What’s driving global interest in infrastructure investment? We’re talking to Paul Newfield, CEO at Morrison, a pioneering infrastructure manager with assets worth $25B USD. Their holdings include a portfolio of renewable energy, data centres, and healthcare infrastructure.Paul shares how Morrison plays the long game, finding businesses with sustainable competitive advantages and often holding them for decades—resisting political trends and the quick ‘flips’ common from

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11:30

Bonus: Napier Port, driving profit and innovation

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2025/05/26

A quick catch-up with Napier Port’s CEO Todd Dawson reveals never a dull moment. Autonomous trucks and dredging to deepen shipping channels are just some of the things on the back of a strong half-year profit result. Increased container volumes and an earlier pipfruit season has helped boost the numbers. We hear how investors have been rewarded with a special dividend—on top of a higher interim dividend of 4c—and why cruise ships are less keen to come Down Under. For more or to

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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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