Friends With Money

After a turbulent 12 months for markets, how are Australian stocks shaping up heading into 2026?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Jun Bei Liu, co-founder and lead portfolio manager at Ten Cap, to discuss the key factors likely to influence local markets in the year ahead and the sectors worth watching. 00:00 Introduction01:19 Reflecting on the surprises and volatility of 202504:11 Previewing 2026: Key themes for Australian equities10:01 Sector and company insights for 202611:01 US equities outlook13:38 Final thoughts on the year ahead15:00 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #junbeiliu #investing #sharesPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR

Coming up with financial resolutions for the new year is easy. Setting realistic goals – and following them through – is the real challenge.This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by behavioural economist and psychologist, Phil Slade, to discuss financial goals and the psychology behind goal setting. 00:00 Introduction01:30 Why resolutions fail03:02 Reflecting on past goals05:38 Setting new goals12:23 Accountability and shared goals13:40 Conclusion and final thoughts#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #philsalde #financialgoalsPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR

From super scandals to market swings, 2025 certainly kept us on our toes. So before 2026 begins, it’s time to reflect on the year that was.This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, is joined by senior journalist, Tom Watson, to discuss the biggest financial news stories of 2025 and the topics they’ll be watching closely in 2026.00:00 Introduction01:30 Biggest financial news events of 202509:05 Positive and surprising developments in 202511:46 Looking ahead to 202614:10 Closing remarks#friendswithmoney #michellebaltazar #tomwatson #financialnewsPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR

You’ve booked flights, hotels and activities for your summer trip. But have you considered how you’re going to pay your way?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Tristan Dakin, Wise’s Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, to discuss travel money options and other tips for your summer holiday abroad.01:42 Choosing the right payment method04:57 Local or home currency?07:07 The most expensive ATM withdrawal fees09:28 Can digital wallets be used everywhere?11:32 How to keep your money safe13:44 Final tips15:51 Conclusion #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #tristandakin #travelPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR

After a turbulent year for the local market, which Australian stocks could shine in 2026?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Dale Gillham, chief investment analyst at Wealth Within, to run through the Australian companies that investors may want to consider adding to their Christmas lists.00:00 Introduction02:31 2025 Australian market recap07:54 Large cap picks for 202612:55 The world of micro caps18:43 Concerns about index funds21:04 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #dalegillham #shares #investingPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR