The Ideas Exchange

For our final episode of the year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the conversations that shaped the seasons. This special edition brings together the most thought-provoking ideas, themes, and guests that sparked meaningful discussions throughout the year. From simplifying investing and understanding market performance to exploring global infrastructure and disruptive innovation, we revisit the insights that stood out. Visit our blog: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/blog⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on: X - ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ASX⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asx/⁠⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/ASXLtd⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/asx__official/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OfficialASX⁠⁠ Explore our useful investment tools and resources ⁠⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/investors/investment-tools-and-resources/personal-investor⁠

In this episode of The Ideas Exchange, host Jacinta King is joined by Frank Thormann, Senior Portfolio Manager, Global Equities at Schroders to dive into Schroders' investment philosophy and how the Schroder Global Equity Alpha Fund generates alpha beyond the Magnificent Seven. Frank discusses how they assess free cashflow and capital allocation to uncover the underlying potential of a company. He also highlights the importance of diversification and risk analysis and shares global stock opportunities outside the US. Visit our blog: ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/blog⁠⁠ Follow us on: X - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ASX⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asx/⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/ASXLtd⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/asx__official/⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/OfficialASX⁠ Explore our useful investment tools and resources ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/investors/investment-tools-and-resources/personal-investor⁠

With five large banks and two major mining companies making up 40% of the ASX-100, many Australian equity investors risk overexposure to these sectors. In this episode, Robert Miller, Portfolio Manager at NAOS, explains their investment philosophy which focuses on companies outside the ASX50, with a high conviction, concentrated portfolio approach, aiming for long-term growth and value.  Tune in to find out more about NAOS core values, how their high conviction model defines their investment style, how they manage volatility in Australian and global equities and what this means for investors. Check out our blog: ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/blog⁠⁠ Follow us on: X - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ASX⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asx/⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/ASXLtd⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/asx__official/⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/OfficialASX⁠ Explore our useful investment tools and resources ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/investors/investment-tools-and-resources/personal-investor⁠

APRA’s ruling on hybrids not only represents a shift towards a more resilient financial system but also opens opportunities for investors to redeploy capital into other income-focused investments.  Join us this month as Blair Hannon, Head of ETFs Australia at Macquarie Asset Management discusses APRA's decision to phase out bank hybrids, why they were popular and the impact their removal may have on income-focused portfolios. He also highlights suitable alternatives to supplement income and shares Macquarie’s management approach of the fixed income strategies in their ETF portfolio.  Visit our blog: ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/blog⁠⁠ Follow us on: X - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ASX⁠⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asx/⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/ASXLtd⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/asx__official/⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/OfficialASX⁠ Explore our useful investment tools and resources ⁠⁠https://www.asx.com.au/investors/investment-tools-and-resources/personal-investor⁠

In this episode of ASX Ideas Exchange, we dive into Bell Direct's research on how Australian market sectors have performed over the past decade. Join Grady Wulff, Senior Market Analyst at Bell Direct as she unpacks standout performers like financials, tech, healthcare and consumer discretionary and takes a closer look at those that lagged behind like materials and energy. Plus, find out how understanding sector trends can help sharpen your investment decisions. Visit our blog: ⁠https://www.asx.com.au/blog⁠ Follow us on: X - ⁠https://twitter.com/ASX⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asx/⁠ YouTube - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/ASXLtd⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/asx__official/⁠ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialASX Explore our useful investment tools and resources ⁠https://www.asx.com.au/investors/investment-tools-and-resources/personal-investor⁠