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Shared Lunch

Sharesies
New Zealand
Kiwisaver
Sharesies
Investing
Interest Rates
Artificial Intelligence
Wealth
Investment Strategies
Spacex
Inflation
Australia
Air New Zealand
Property Investment
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin
Renewable Energy
Etfs
Fonterra
Personal Finance
S&P 500

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 Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. Information provided is general advice only and current at the time and doe... more

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Higher for longer. Interest rates, inflation, and borrowing costs are all under pressure. What may it mean for your investments and New Zealand's economic recovery?

Infometrics Chief Economist Brad Olsen joins Garth Bray to explain why he expects t... more

SHARESIES · MARKET UPDATE · Week of 20 October 2026

Jacki Neumann, Head of Capital Markets

↑ WHAT'S UP — The ASX 200 gained 1% for the week while US markets fell, and the NZX 50 finished flat. US reporting season opened with the big banks: Goldman ... more

In this bonus clip from our election conversation, Both Sides Now hosts Eve McCallum and Alex Martin discuss whether KiwiSaver should help young New Zealanders buy their first home, and where the limits on withdrawals should sit.

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Capital gains tax, compulsory KiwiSaver, a land tax and a $30 billion super bill. Which election policies will shape your wealth?

Eve McCallum leans right. Alex Martin leans left. The two 27-year-olds host Both Sides Now, and they’re here to tell u... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Olsen
Chief economist at Infometrics
Infometrics
Episode: Can the economy handle more interest rate hikes? Brad Olsen
Nikhil Ravishankar
Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
Episode: Air NZ's CEO a year into the job
Adam Hall
CEO of EBOS Group
EBOS Group
Episode: EBOS Group: Pills, pets, and pharmacies
Gary Holden
Managing Director and Founder of Lodestone Energy
Lodestone Energy
Episode: Lodestone Energy's IPO, explained
Victoria Devine
Guest featured discussing RBA rate decisions and personal finance strategies
Victoria Devine (guest)
Episode: “It’s gonna be uncomfortable” — Australia braces for an RBA rate rise
Rick Parry
Financial Advisor and Director at My Net Worth
My Net Worth
Episode: Could Claude become your financial adviser?
Erin Avery
Sharesies General Manager of WealthTech
Sharesies
Episode: Could Claude become your financial adviser?
Todd Hunter
CEO, Turners Automotive Group
Turners Automotive Group
Episode: Bite: Should more companies give employees shares?
Jess Brady
Former financial advisor, business owner, money educator, and author
Grow and Let Go book tour
Episode: How being ‘good’ can be bad for your money

Host

Garth Bray
Host of Shared Lunch; provides market commentary and banking/finance insights

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 194 ratings
  • I am not ok

    There is an ad far to frequently saying I’m not ok. Yeh I get it mental health is important but if you have to play ads to pay for your podcast how about you not play the say one on playback constantly.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Podcast tom
    Australia2 years ago
  • Sound quality is heaps better

    Loving the podcast. Sound quality has really improved which is great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davidg997
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Audio quality

    Useful stuff but could do with better audio. Could also do with better diversity of host (different change from Frances would be welcomed) as well as greater ethnic diversity of guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Investor_NZ
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Decent show, but…

    Consistently bad audio since Business Desk took over. Dunno if it’s software or internet issues, but it’s every episode so it’s on the interviewer’s end. Not a good look, needs to be fixed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ju_Dan
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Information

    Useful background information, especially when a person from a company tells us about their business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newzealandjohn
    New Zealand5 years ago

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Listeners mention improved sound quality as a strength, but some note inconsistent audio in places.
Several comments highlight useful background information and clear, practical investing takeaways.
Feedback often calls for more diverse hosting and guests, and for better audio setup across episodes.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#89
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Apple Podcasts
#224
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#63
New Zealand/Trending
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#244
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
New Zealand/Business/Investing
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#8
New Zealand/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can the economy handle more interest rate hikes? Brad Olsen
Q: In that environment, does it matter much whether they're hiking, say this month, or hiking the cash rate in a couple of months' time?
Olsen says the Reserve Bank may want to raise rates sooner to limit the need for faster or larger increases later. He expects hikes in October and December, with possible further increases in 2027.
Can the economy handle more interest rate hikes? Brad Olsen
Q: Higher for longer. Why do I keep hearing that all the time?
Olsen attributes the outlook to renewed inflationary pressures, especially from the Iran war and higher oil prices, alongside broader cost and uncertainty pressures.
EBOS Group: Pills, pets, and pharmacies
Q: What are the main synergies EBOS looks for in bolt-on acquisitions?
Synergies include combining marketing and manufacturing in animal care, leveraging EBOS's private-label and retail-media capabilities, achieving pricing synergies, and creating scale to attract distribution partners who previously could not access such opportunities. Earn-outs and integration with existing brands also help maintain trust and achieve smoother transactions.
EBOS Group: Pills, pets, and pharmacies
Q: How has the GLP-1 and high-value medicine trend affected EBOS's growth and operations?
GLP-1 therapies have grown rapidly in the US and are expanding in Australia and New Zealand; EBOS is well positioned to handle weekly cold-chain injectables and pill formats as these therapies grow, while also targeting high-value medicines, which have larger price points and strong long-term demand as oncology drugs rise. The net effect is growth in volume and mix, supported by a nationwide, highly productive distribution network.
EBOS Group: Pills, pets, and pharmacies
Q: What is the three-pillar vision and how does it guide EBOS?
The three pillars are care, productivity and partnerships. Care captures expanding demand in human and animal health; productivity drives efficiency and margins in a low-margin, high-volume business; partnerships enable collaboration across suppliers, trainers, surgeons, and other players to bring cutting-edge technology and nutrition to market.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shared Lunch

What is Shared Lunch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven show delivering concise market briefings, macro context, and company-focused insights with a capital markets lens. Episodes commonly cover major indices moves, notable earnings, sector rotations, and geopolitical or policy developments affecting investing in New Zealand and globally. Regular guests include economists, industry researchers, and company executives who share practical implications for investors, from ownership strategies to ETF dynamics and regional economic trends. The format often blends real-time market signals with long-run themes like demography, technology, and wealth creation through ownership. A standout element is its emphasis on practical investing takeaways tailored to self-directed investors, packaged... more

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2. Nikhil Ravishankar
3. Adam Hall
4. Gary Holden
5. Victoria Devine
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7. Erin Avery
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