ASB Investment Podcast

Sudden market moves can trigger big emotions. In this episode host Nigel Grant and ASB Chief Investment Officer Frank Jasper explain what’s behind the recent volatility, why market ups and downs are a normal part of investing, and the common mistakes investors make during uncertain times. Plus, the key principles that can help you stay invested and focused on the long term.

ASB economists Chris Tennent Brown and Kim Mundy join host Nigel Grant to unpack two ASB surveys revealing a shift in how New Zealanders think about housing, KiwiSaver and investing. With confidence slowly rebounding, they explore why investment preferences are changing, what’s driving housing sentiment, and the key questions to ask before making your next move.

ASB Senior Economist Chris Tennent-Brown joins host Nigel Grant to break down what the latest decision on OCR signals about future interest rates, why mortgage and term deposit rates have already started lifting, and what a more patient Reserve Bank means for housing, savings and the wider economy. Plus, why “be careful what you wish for” is still the best advice when it comes to lower rates.

So far, 2026 has delivered a year’s worth of market action in just a few weeks. In this episode, host Nigel Grant and ASB Chief Investment Officer Frank Jasper cut through the noise to explore what's really driving markets beneath the surface. From AI and commodities to geopolitics, Bitcoin and the New Zealand market, they unpack where the real winners and losers are emerging and why diversification, discipline and looking beyond headlines matter more than ever for investors.

A once‑in‑a‑generation payout is reshaping the future of Kiwi farming. Host Nigel Grant sits down with ASB General Manager Rural (and Northland farmer) Aidan Gent, to unpack what Fonterra’s multi‑billion‑dollar capital return means for farmers, their businesses, and the next generation – from strengthening balance sheets to unlocking opportunities for investment, diversification, and long‑term resilience. Aidan shares insights into the financial decisions farmers are weighing right now, the importance of pairing short‑term gains with long‑term planning, and how this windfall could reshape generational wealth and succession pathways.