The Money Puzzle podcast: Building a shock-proof investment portfolio 2026 strategies and market trends

Behind all the market jargon and sophisticated language of wealth managers, there is one gold rule for investors: Don't put all your eggs in one basket. It's time to dig deep on diversification and portfolio allocation.

Behind all the market jargon and sophisticated language of wealth managers, there is one gold rule for investors: Don't put all your eggs in one basket. It's time to dig deep on diversification and portfolio allocation.

Will Hamilton of Hamilton Wealth Partners joins Associate Editor James Kirby in this episode.

In today's show, we cover:
The essentials of portfolio allocation 
Tactical portfolio shifts in 2026
The trouble with bonds
Why emerging markets are running hot 

Behind all the market jargon and sophisticated language of wealth managers, there is one gold rule for investors: Don't put all your eggs in one basket. It's time to dig deep on diversification and portfolio allocation.
Will Hamilton of Hamilton Wealth Partners joins Associate Editor James Kirby in this episode.
In today's show, we cover:
<ul>
<li>The essentials of portfolio allocation&nbsp;</li>
<li>Tactical portfolio shifts in 2026</li>
<li>The trouble with bonds</li>
<li>Why emerging markets are running hot&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.

Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.

Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.

Submit your questions at themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au. 

Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.
Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.
Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.
Submit your questions at <a href="mailto:themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au">themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au</a>.&nbsp;

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Every week, The Australian's James Kirby delivers two power-packed episodes featuring in-depth analysis of property markets and smart money-making strategies.

Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.

Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.

Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.

Submit your questions at themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au.

Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.
Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.
Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.
Submit your questions at themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au.

Building a shock-proof investment portfolio 

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The Money Puzzle podcast:   Navigating the property downturn and new tax changes

Property investors are scrambling to sidestep the new property taxes and  taking risks in areas they might never have considered before the May Budget.

Property investors are scrambling to sidestep the new property taxes and taking risks in areas they might never have considered before the May Budget.

Rasti Vaibhav of Get RARE Properties joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.

In today's show, we cover:
The looming black spots for property investors 
Hidden dangers of 'new build' negative gearing
A sober read on the reality of commercial property
SMSF residential borrowing is now officially banned 
 

Property investors are scrambling to sidestep the new property taxes and taking risks in areas they might never have considered before the May Budget.
Rasti Vaibhav of Get RARE Properties joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.
In today's show, we cover:
<ul>
<li>The looming black spots for property investors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hidden dangers of 'new build' negative gearing</li>
<li>A sober read on the reality of commercial property</li>
<li>SMSF residential borrowing is now officially banned&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Why investor zones will be worst hit in the property downturn 

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At the top end of the market, Australia's richest investors are deeplyengaged in the AI boom: Some are betting the house on AI, others are fighting to rescue their reputation as AI sweeps through every industry sector. 

At the top end of the market, Australia's richest investors are deeplyengaged in the AI boom: Some are betting the house on AI, others are fighting to rescue their reputation as AI sweeps through every industry sector. 

John Stensholt co-author of 'Tech Bros' the extraordinary story of Atlassian' joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.


In today's show, we cover:
Rich pickings in an AI bonanza 
How Atlassian's 'tech bros' are pivoting towards AI
Wes Maas bets the house on Firmus
Why did Gina Rinehart invest heavily in SpaceX?

At the top end of the market, Australia's richest investors are deeplyengaged in the AI boom: Some are betting the house on AI, others are fighting to rescue their reputation as AI sweeps through every industry sector.&nbsp;
John Stensholt co-author of 'Tech Bros' the extraordinary story of Atlassian' joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.
 In today's show, we cover:
<ul>
<li>Rich pickings in an AI bonanza&nbsp;</li>
<li>How Atlassian's 'tech bros' are pivoting towards AI</li>
<li>Wes Maas bets the house on Firmus</li>
<li>Why did Gina Rinehart invest heavily in SpaceX?</li>
</ul>

How rich listers are investing in the AI boom 

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How to buy your first property post-budget: expert advice from Glen James

The first principles for buying property never change. Whether it's your first home or your first move as an investor, you need a pathway.

The first principles for buying property never change. Whether it's your first home or your first move as an investor, you need a pathway. But following this year's landmark federal budget, it will pay to know where the government is aiming to 'help' and where market distortions could create new risks.

Author and host of the 'Money, Money, Money' podcast, Glen James joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.

In today's show, we cover:
The quick-start guide to your first property
Looking at the home from an investor perspective
Getting to know the home grants system
Warning on new property after negative gearing changes 

The first principles for buying property never change. Whether it's your first home or your first move as an investor, you need a pathway. But following this year's landmark federal budget, it will pay to know where the government is aiming to 'help' and where market distortions could create new risks.
Author and host of the 'Money, Money, Money' podcast, Glen James joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode.
In today's show, we cover:
<ul>
<li>The quick-start guide to your first property</li>
<li>Looking at the home from an investor perspective</li>
<li>Getting to know the home grants system</li>
<li>Warning on new property after negative gearing changes&nbsp; </li>
</ul>

How to buy your first property (post-Budget) 

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