In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori discusses significant events in both local and international finance. Locally, an impressive merger has transpired between WT Financial Group and Merchant Wealth Partners. They've combined three advisory firms to form Hubco, a new conglomerate valued at $3.5 million with plans for further scalability and customer-focused results. Internationally, economic changes have led to the Australian dollar's unstable performance. Despite increasing global tariffs and subsequent market fluctuations, gold prices have risen, and Australia has managed to avoid significant blowouts, even witnessing slight stock market gains. However, these changes may disrupt global and US investments, proving the interconnectedness of global economies. Listen in for deeper insights into these financial transformations.