In Episode 38 of Magic Markets, hosts The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla (Moe-Knows) each chose two interesting US-listed stocks for discussion. These aren't stock picks in the traditional sense, but are rather companies that provide great learning opportunities about the market.

The Finance Ghost chose gaming hardware company Corsair ($CRSR) and golf business Callaway ($ELY). Moe chose medical distribution giant McKesson ($MCK) and pharmaceuticals business Moderna ($MRNA), which has become a household name thanks to the Covid vaccines.

The show offers institutional-level thinking in an easily digestible format. Magic Markets is your invitation to be part of our conversations about the markets.

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In Episode 35 of Magic Markets, we briefly discussed the new Satrix Inclusion and Diversity ETF and what we felt were its shortcomings.

The Satrix team subsequently reached out and offered to appear on Magic Markets to answer our questions and respond to our criticisms. Siyabulela Nomoyi, Quantitative Portfolio Manager at Satrix, joined us for Episode 37 and we asked a series of tough questions.

This episode was not paid for by Satrix and we did not send our questions beforehand. We are grateful to Satrix for the willingness to engage on this basis and we hope our listeners enjoy the debate around this product.

The quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector has been a clear winner globally under lockdown conditions. When you're worried about catching a virus, a pizza served to your car window is more appealing than a sit-down restaurant.

Share prices of companies like Chipotle and Domino's have increased sharply. However, the threat of food delivery apps cannot be ignored, as the value chain in this industry is far from settled.

In episode 36 of Magic Markets, hosts The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla (Moe-Knows) complain about their waistlines while commenting on the restaurant sector and the competitive realities in that space. It's a fun episode with plenty to learn about this important market.

There were some big moves in the market this week, including an interesting situation where both equities and yields dropped in the US. That's an unusual combination and is one of the talking points in Episode 35 of Magic Markets.

Hosts The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla (Moe-Knows) also discuss technical levels and sentiment around Bitcoin, as well as thoughts around knowing when to sell winners.

But first, the focus is on the new Satrix Inclusion and Diversity ETF, which supposedly looks at ESG metrics but still manages to include the likes of Sasol and British American Tobacco among the top holdings.

Fiercely independent and packed with market insights, Magic Markets is your invitation to be a fly on the wall as the experienced hosts discuss the fascinating world of investments and markets.

Our home country is burning. South Africa is in economic turmoil and lives are being lost.

This isn't sensationalist. This is what is happening on the ground, right now.

In an incredibly sad week for our beautiful country, we have a heartfelt conversation about the situation and what it means for investors. It's an unpleasant reminder of the importance of creating optionality for yourself and your family.

We hope to offer some perspective in dark times.

Hosts The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla would like to thank you for making time to listen to us in a week where you are being bombarded with news and analysis.

The markets have been all over the place in the past week, with a rollercoaster ride for investors in Chinese tech stocks in particular. Ride-hailing business DiDi has been the catalyst for the latest concerns.

In Episode 33 of Magic Markets, The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla chat through some of the companies in their portfolios and the approach they take when sections of the portfolio are under pressure.

There's also a reminder that risks aren't always in line with the popular narrative. Although Chinese stocks are being discounted currently, the pending IPO of Robinhood is a perfect example of a risky play that has nothing to do with China.

If nothing else, DiDi is a reminder that investors must always do their DD (due diligence) when investing in any company. You can't always see the risks, but the process is important to go through.

Just Share is a non-profit shareholder activism organisation. The focus is on inequality, climate change, diversity and transformation.

Importantly, the approach taken by Just Share is practical and makes absolute economic sense. These are hard-hitting issues that don't just impact the planet and society, but have a significant impact on share portfolios as well.

Hosts The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla (Moe-Knows.com) were thrilled to welcome Tracey Davies as a guest on the show. Tracey is the Executive Director of Just Share and is a recognised subject matter expert on ESG investing.

In the longest Magic Markets show thus far, a passionate and insightful discussion unpacked why ESG is so important. This is a must-listen for every investor in the market.

Whether you trade bonds or not, the yield curve has an important impact on all the assets in your portfolio.

Valuations of shares are significantly impacted by changes in interest rates, driving up- and down-cycles that you don't want to get on the wrong side of, regardless of your stock picking abilities.

In Episode 31 of Magic Markets, the hosts kick it up a gear on the technical side, discussing more advanced topics on the yield curve for those who are ready to learn more.

The combination of Mohammed Nalla's macro and fixed income insights and The Finance Ghost's experience with equity valuations creates a yield masterclass that you don't want to miss.

Mohammed Nalla took a break this week to deal with a tragic loss in his family, while The Finance Ghost ensured that the show goes on. Mark Tobin is the guest this week, an Irishman who writes about Australian stocks while living in Stellenbosch!

He may struggle to choose who to support in the Rugby World Cup and he certainly struggles with Afrikaans pronunciations, but his international perspectives are invaluable.

The show includes discussions on the key sectors in Australia, the spread of companies on the ASX, the extent of the small-cap universe vs. South Africa and the type of return metrics that can typically be expected on that market.

If you want to expand your portfolio universe to include Australian stocks, this is a must-listen. For more from Mark, follow Coffee Microcaps on Twitter.

Wandile Sihlobo is an expert on the agriculture sector in South Africa. He is the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) and has written numerous columns and blog posts in addition to his published book, "Finding Common Ground: Land, Equity, and Agriculture".

Sihlobo is a member of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council and has served in roles at Stats SA and the International Trade Commission of South Africa.

In summary: there is nobody better to speak to about the agriculture sector in South Africa.

The Finance Ghost and Mohammed Nalla (Moe-Knows) discussed the investment opportunity in this sector in South Africa with Sihlobo and unpacked important topics like the strength of the rand and the levels in the value chain that are most attractive to investors.

This episode of Magic Markets is brought to you by Olive Venture Capital Company, a s12J-compliant investment vehicle that is welcoming new investors until the s12J window closes at the end of June 2021. Listen to Ep 28 of Magic Markets for more information or visit the Olive VCC website.

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