In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts Kenneth Beanland and Louis Dooley unpacking market performance across domestic & global equities as well as the broader capital markets environment. They run through what drove returns in global equities, why it felt so volatile despite strong numbers, and how the story broadened beyond the Magnificent Seven. They compare US and Australian sector performance, call out a few surprise winners and laggards, and unpack what currency moves meant for unhedged investors.

The episode also revisits popular market calls – reviewing the results of their VCM 2025 outlook from the start of the year, highlighting played out, what didn’t and the lessons investors can take into 2026.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts ⁠⁠⁠Kenneth Beanland⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Louis Dooley⁠⁠⁠ discuss how George Soros' theory of reflexivity has shaped markets throughout history and how we are seeing an eerily similar reflexive pattern unfolding in today's artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout. They talk through the circular financing among the markets hyperscalers, unprecedent capital expenditure and the self-reinforcing positive feedback loop underway. They discuss why this time is now different and why we may be approaching the inflection point with fundamentals unable to justify the spending and what a bust sequence may look like in the coming periods. 

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts ⁠⁠Kenneth Beanland⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Louis Dooley⁠⁠ wrap up the August ASX reporting season, one of the most eventful and volatile periods on the market for some time. They discuss the standout performance of the consumer discretionary sector, the hurdles facing healthcare and the shift of capital into small and mid cap companies. They also unpack earnings revisions, valuations and dividend trends, highlighting where opportunities and potential pitfalls exist in the market.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts ⁠⁠⁠Kenneth Beanland⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Louis Dooley⁠⁠ take a look at the FY26 market and economic outlook. They explore economic forecasts for Australia, the US, and global markets, alongside insights into capital markets and the investment landscape.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts ⁠⁠Kenneth Beanland⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Louis Dooley⁠⁠ explore how aggressive interest rate expectations and moderating inflation are reshaping global markets.They break down the dislocation between Australian financials’ earnings expectations and valuations, the resilience of US tech earnings and why real assets might offer more stability and upside in today’s uncertain markets.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, our host ⁠Louis Dooley⁠ is joined by Paul Green,⁠ Director and strategy expert at Vincents to explore the concept of intergenerational wealth management.

They discuss how taking a longer-term view of wealth creates strategic opportunities for families to manage wealth and transfer it across generations more effectively and collaboratively. Amid rising economic pressures and shifting generational opportunities, Paul shares how proactive planning can significantly increase financial outcomes and enhance quality of life across generations while preserving legacy and financial integrity.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts ⁠Kenneth Beanland⁠ and ⁠Louis Dooley⁠ explore what’s driving the current market pulse, from Australia’s surprisingly strong equity rebound to CBA’s eye-watering 27x earnings multiple. They break down why Australian banks may be overvalued, how commodities like copper and gold are catching attention and what Nvidia’s results could signal for AI investment. The duo also unpacks the implications of Labor’s decisive election win, looming super tax changes and whether interest rate cuts will really reignite consumer confidence.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast, co-hosts Kenneth Beanland and Louis Dooley are joined by Vincents' Director Brett Griffiths to unpack the latest Federal Budget. They explore the limited superannuation updates, modest tax cuts, and cost-of-living relief, while also diving into broader themes of productivity, structural deficits, and the challenges of real tax reform in a pre-election environment.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast co-hosts, Kenneth Beanland and Louis Dooley dive into the market’s biggest shake-up in over a year and a half. They unpack the macroeconomic forces at play, key themes from the latest reporting season, and expert insights on portfolio positioning from the investment committee.

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In this episode of the Making Cents of it All podcast co-hosts, Kenneth Beanland and Louis Dooley recap 2024’s market performance, highlighting Australia’s 11.5% return, led by banks, versus the U.S.'s 25%+ gains driven by tech.

They discuss market concentration, earnings growth disparities, and how AI and financials shaped investment trends, emphasizing portfolio positioning for the year ahead.

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