NZX Opening Bell

Global trade is the largest commercial arena in the world, and the technology behind it is changing fast.
Andrew Balgarnie, Chief Strategy Officer at TradeWindow, joins us on the Opening Bell podcast to talk about the NZX listed trade and logistics software company helping some of New Zealand and Australia's biggest exporters and freight forwarders get their goods out to the world. We talk about what's driving their growth, their push into the Australian market, and a new AI powered product that could change the way goods move across borders.

This podcast was recorded 17 March.

Markets are moving, headlines are noisy, and investors are looking for a steady hand to help make sense of it all.
Stuart Williams, Managing Director of Amova Asset Management New Zealand, has spent close to 30 years navigating financial markets through some of the biggest shocks in modern history. In this episode, Stu talks us through how the current geopolitical situation compares to past crises, why he believes New Zealand's economic settings are stronger than they might appear, and where he's seeing real opportunity across equities and bonds.
We also get into the KiwiSaver contribution increase, what it means for investors, and why it could be a game changer for New Zealand markets long term.

New Zealand's tech ecosystem is evolving faster than ever, and in this episode we sit down with one of the people at the very heart of it.
Marian Johnson, Chair of the NZ High Tech Trust, gives her take on the state of Kiwi tech in 2026. From the sectors leading the charge including aerospace, clean tech, biotech and AI, to why New Zealand's unique "go global from day one" mindset sets us apart on the world stage, Marian brings a perspective that is both globally informed and deeply rooted in New Zealand.
We also get into the much anticipated NZ High Tech Awards, what makes them special, what surprises her every year, and why she calls it the Oscars of the New Zealand tech industry.
Entries for the NZ High Tech Awards close 5pm on 2 March 2026. The Gala Dinner takes place Friday 22 May. To enter or grab tickets before they sell out, head to hitech.org.nz

In the latest episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, we are joined by Brett Mitchell, Executive Director of Minerals Exploration Limited, to discuss the renewed focus on New Zealand gold.
With the company now listed on the NZX, Brett shares why former producing mines are back in focus, how changing market conditions are reshaping mining opportunities in NZ, and what lies ahead as exploration activity ramps up.

In the latest episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, we are joined by Mark Freeman, Managing Director and CEO of Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC).

AFIC is a publicly listed investment company on the NZX, offering investors exposure to a broad portfolio of predominantly Australian and New Zealand companies through a long term, buy and hold approach.

Mark shares a clear and disciplined perspective on long term investing, what defines a quality company, and why volatility can create opportunity for patient investors.

The conversation also covers navigating market uncertainty in 2025, separating signal from noise in areas like AI and crypto, and how a consistent investment framework helps guide decisions across local and global markets.

Mark also shares his outlook for 2026 and what he is keeping an eye on.