Shared Lunch

Are we stabilising NZ’s energy supply? We sit down with Rob Buchanan, CEO, to explore Channel Infrastructure’s transformation from a refinery to a critical import terminal. Major clients include BP and ExxonMobil, with over 300 million litres of fuel at their Marsden Point site. How does Rob plan to improve New Zealand's fuel security? What’s his take on energy demands from emerging tech like AI? Is biofuel the next big thing? Hear about plans to develop Channel Infrastructure's land and pipeline assets into a new ‘energy precinct’, potentially bringing 20,000 jobs to Northland during its build phase.  Plus, how Rob plans to keep delivering dividends to shareholders while pursuing big growth projects. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus from our conversation with Labour's Finance Spokeperson, Barbara Edmonds unpacks her approach to tax policy.  Following our conversation with Finance Minister Nicola Willis, Barbara raises the question of fairness in how different types of income are taxed, and the need to reassess what's included in New Zealand’s “broad base, low rate” system.Barbara also weighs in on employee share schemes, saying they can lift productivity and give workers a real stake in the businesses they help grow—if the tax settings are right. For more of this episode or our chat with National's Nicola Willis, head to http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the Opposition’s plan for our financial future? After our recent conversation with Nicola Willis, we’re talking to Labour's Finance Spokesperson, Barbara Edmonds, about the policies that impact your pay packet and your opportunities. Barbara talks about the challenges facing NZ households, the future of KiwiSaver, and what her economic plan would prioritise. Hear her concerns about replenishing the brain drain and our reliance on property as the path to wealth—and her optimism on the Māori economy, retail investing, and the opportunities AI presents for Aotearoa. Barbara explains why she considers current cuts "blunt and cruel" and sees crypto as a serious consideration for lawmakers.  Plus, the mum-of-eight reveals how her own life experiences inform her policy. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Quick bite, we hear how a small book—The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—shaped Webjet Group CEO Katrina Barry's leadership style.This quick bite is from our previous episode 'Webjet Group wants your whole travel wallet' For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They just turned down a takeover bid from private equity—so what's next for Webjet? We’re joined by Katrina Barry, CEO, to discuss ambitions to double the online travel agency’s value in the next five years against an evolving travel market and increased competition.  Hear how Webjet is expanding into hotels, tours, and packages to capture more of your travel spend—on top of launching a loyalty program and pursuing corporate travel for smaller businesses.  How are generational differences and platforms like TikTok shaping customer behaviour? How does business travel remain "extremely resilient" in the age of distributed working? And how is it that even in a tough economy, discretionary travel spend is at an all-time high? For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this quick bite, Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen explains why market reactions in 2025 feel different. Despite wild volatility, geopolitical conflict, and patchy economic data, investors aren’t flinching like they used to. We explore why dips aren’t sparking panic, how business sentiment in Aotearoa is shifting, and why job ads staying flat could be more telling than official employment figures. This quick bite is from our previous episode 'Is economic recovery stalling'. 🎧 Watch the full episode or catch more clips: http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 tariffs? Why do the US markets seem "unkillable" despite dire predictions?  Plus, Brad says Kiwi investors have started actively scrutinizing boards and executive strategies, and increasingly turning to emerging alternative sectors like AI and crypto. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 catch more clips: http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Fraser, President of Halter, shares insights on the innovative collar system revolutionizing livestock management. He discusses the recent $165 million funding round and the company's strategies for the US market, aiming to enhance pasture management and herd welfare. Andrew highlights Halter’s integration with Fonterra to connect farmers' daily actions to milk production outcomes. He even notes how their technology is attracting a new generation to farming, including a remarkable 93-year-old farmer.

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 through ETFs The tax-efficient PIE fund structure that makes it all possible. Sharesies Investment Management Limited is the issuer of the Sharesies KiwiSaver Scheme. The product disclosure statement (PDS) for the Sharesies KiwiSaver Scheme has been lodged, and may be viewed on the Disclose Register or on our documents page For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.