In this episode, Malcolm Wood (Head of Institutional Research and Asset Allocation at Ord Minnett) and I look forward 2026 to decode what the data is really saying about the economy and how everyday investors should be looking at the year ahead.

In this episode, Malcolm Wood (Head of Institutional Research and Asset Allocation at Ord Minnett) and I look forward 2026 to decode what the data is really saying about the economy and how everyday investors should be looking at the year ahead.

Prime Time is the ultimate guide to navigating those juicy, potential filled years in the lead up to retirement.

Hosted by modern ageing expert Bec Wilson, Prime Time offers no-holds-barred conversations about everything! From relationships and health, to money management and travel, finding out how to live well and live long in your Prime Time.

Join Bec as she paves the way for a new generation of restless Australians seeking more from the second half of life!

Prime Time is the ultimate guide to navigating those juicy, potential filled years in the lead up to retirement.
Hosted by modern ageing expert Bec Wilson, Prime Time offers no-holds-barred conversations about everything! From relationships and health, to money management and travel, finding out how to live well and live long in your Prime Time.
Join Bec as she paves the way for a new generation of restless Australians seeking more from the second half of life!

Prime Time with Bec Wilson

‘It could be BUMPY’; Markets and economic outlook for 2026

If you’ve ever looked at your super fund and thought, “Is this actually delivering for my retirement… or just delivering great ads?”  then this episode is for you.

Today is a major update to the Epic Retirement Tick for 2026. I’m joined by Ian Fryer, General Manager of Chant West, who works with me to develop the rigorous criteria and whose team assesses the funds. And David Bell, Executive Director of the Conexus Institute, one of Australia’s leading independent retirement policy voices and think tanks.

 

Last year, only six funds were awarded the Tick. Now we’re back with updated criteria for 2026. The big shift? The framework moves to 20 criteria (up from 18) and aligns with the latest Treasury Retirement Income Covenant guidance. In this episode, Ian and David help break down what’s changed - and what it means for you.

If you&rsquo;ve ever looked at your super fund and thought, &ldquo;Is this actually delivering for my retirement&hellip; or just delivering great ads?&rdquo; &nbsp;then this episode is for you.
Today is a major update to the Epic Retirement Tick for 2026. I&rsquo;m joined by Ian Fryer, General Manager of Chant West, who works with me to develop the rigorous criteria and whose team assesses the funds. And David Bell, Executive Director of the Conexus Institute, one of Australia&rsquo;s leading independent retirement policy voices and think tanks.
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Last year, only six funds were awarded the Tick. Now we&rsquo;re back with updated criteria for 2026. The big shift?&nbsp;The framework moves to 20 criteria (up from 18) and aligns with the latest Treasury Retirement Income Covenant guidance.&nbsp;In this episode, Ian and David help break down what&rsquo;s changed - and what it means for you.

Choosing the right super fund in 2026: What’s changed?

Within just a fortnight, almost every key number in Australia’s retirement system has either changed, or is about to. The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, known as ASFA, has just updated its retirement benchmarks for the first time in three years. And the shift is significant.

I sit down with ASFA CEO Mary Delahunty to explain all of the changes. 

You can find the new ASFA retirement standards here: https://www.superannuation.asn.au/consumers/retirement-standard/

Within just a fortnight, almost every key number in Australia&rsquo;s retirement system has either changed, or is about to.&nbsp;The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, known as ASFA, has just updated its retirement benchmarks for the first time in three years. And the shift is significant.
I sit down with ASFA CEO Mary Delahunty to explain all of the changes.&nbsp;
You can find the new ASFA retirement standards here: https://www.superannuation.asn.au/consumers/retirement-standard/

The cost of retirement just went up; Here's what you need to know

The incredible Australian writer Kathy Lette joins me to talk about travelling boldly through Europe on river and ocean cruises.

Viking's Explorer Sale is on now! Visit vikingcruises.com.au 

The incredible Australian writer Kathy Lette joins me to talk about travelling boldly through Europe on river and ocean cruises.
Viking's Explorer Sale is on now! Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://vikingcruises.com.au">vikingcruises.com.au</a>&nbsp;

‘It could be BUMPY’; Markets and economic outlook for 2026

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