Ross Greenwood's The Money Minutes

The actions of James Wolfensohn (ex President World Bank) helped alleviate poverty in the developing world. His recent death reminds us all of the legacy he leaves shins. This episode features an interview I conducted with him in 2010 following the release of his memoirs: A Global Life: My Journey Among Rich and Poor, from Sydney to Wall Street to the World Bank

The speed that the vaccines have been created is nothing short of astonishing. But as they start to enter our communities, central banks and Government have opened the economic throttle to maximum. Chris Stott from 1851 Capital is today's guest on The Money Minutes.

Should super contributions rise to 12%? Should you be forced to "eat" your home in retirement? Should some of us pay more tax in retirement? Here's your guide to the latest report ... and the ongoing debate on how you should save for retirement.

Last week South Australia introduced a new tax. A tiny, little tax. But that tax should be studied by electric car owners everywhere, because it's the start of a new way to fund our roads.

On Tuesday, Rio Tinto stopped production at its famous Argyle diamond mine, producer of 90 percent of the world's pink diamonds. And this is the story of the man who discovered it - 92-yo Evan Tyler. (Originally 26 Aug 2020)

No job … no interviews … little hope. But what Qantas pilots Matt Harper and Dave Rubin did next is a lesson for us all.

The Reserve Bank hits the hyper-drive button … trying to stimulate a pandemic-hit economy. Putting more cash into a banking system that is already awash with money So is the RBA creating bigger future troubles than it’s fixing today? With economist Warren Hogan

While the Prime Minister has stake the post-covid recovery on cheap gas prices, billions are being written off the value of projects ... the world is awash with cheap gas and there are question-marks over the viability of (and even demand for) future gas projects. So has the PM pulled the wrong rein???

Officially the Reserve Bank might say we're out of recession, … but ah, it’s the vibe . But if we’re getting out this mess, we must listen & learn from the best … like Gabby Leibovich, the man who created Catch of the Day!

The US election is a key turning point for the global economy, and therefore the stockmarket. In this episode Roger & I talk through the risks and opportunities from either a Trump or Biden victory ... and explore new research firms that make their money through aggressive short selling.

New standards were necessary for financial advisers. But Govt and regulators had little idea that their actions would create a massive vacuum where most aspiring Australian families are choosing to take no advice at all. Your feedback has been at full volume ... all in this episode.

Despite Royal Commissions, rules changes and higher standards for those who give financial advice, fewer people than ever before can afford to get that advice. It's better than dodgy salespeople ... but there must be better ways to give people access to cheaper, impartial advice.

Of all the affected industries from Covid 19 travel, tourism & hotels & restaurants are the most affected. The failure rate of cafes, bars & restaurants is already high, but even the industry suggests it could be 25% in the next year. So what are the options for owners and the Govt?

The banks might like to be seen as can-do organisations, solving peoples' problems. But how will those same banks dance as unemployment and bad debts mount. Plus James Packer's memory ... he wants to forget Crown, but how could he be so forgetful?

The stockmarket takes off after the Federal Budget pumps billions into the economy. Today Roger Montgomery and I discuss where the risks lie … and what should you buy.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg's Budget is the biggest bet in Australia's history. It's a punt on our behaviour; on companies seeing sufficient returns for their investment and, most importantly, a timely corona virus vaccine. None of these - mind you - is a dead cert!

It can easily be argued that Government should not pick winners ... but they can't help themselves. And this week's boost to key areas of manufacturing is a big tip for players wanting to pick winners themselves. With noted infrastructure economist, Henry Ergas, in Paris.

The chase for yield, as interest rates fall, is one of the biggest risks for investors - especially retirees who depend upon their capital to live. They're the ones who can least afford to drop too much capital on ill-conceived investment strategies. The other risk is the influx of first time investors via new broking services offering cheap transactions. Any service that encourages share investment is a good thing ... so long as those entering are conscious of the risk. Most of those chasing tech companies, I think ... are ignorant of the risks.

New insolvency law announced by the Government seem to be a panacea for small business struggling with financiers or landlords. Similar U.S. laws saved Apple and General Motors. But be careful ... nothing is perfect ... the sharks will be circling.

Right now 40% of Australian wine exports go to China. If current Chinese investigations halt or raise the price of Aussie red wine - there could be a glut here, raising questions about the viability of some winemakers. Mitchell Taylor is one of our very best winemakers ... he knows what's at stake, and speaks frankly about the challenge.