It’s rate cut season, a portfolio for passive income & choosing the right investments in Super

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Sep 17, 2025

The buzz around potential US rate cuts amidst rising inflation sets the stage for insightful discussions. Experts emphasize navigating market noise while managing investments. Exploring Super September, the focus is on optimizing superannuation choices based on age and risk. A listener's ETF portfolio is reviewed, highlighting the balance between income and growth strategies. Tune in for practical tips on building passive income through ETFs and making informed investment decisions.

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INSIGHT

Stagflation Creates A Policy Dilemma

Stagflation is rising when inflation ticks up while unemployment weakens.
That creates a conflict for central banks balancing inflation control and jobs.

ADVICE

Stay The Course During Rate Noise

Stay the course during rate noise and macro headlines.
Keep investing regularly and avoid reacting to short-term market drama.

INSIGHT

Equities Are Not The Economy

The equity market is not the same as the economy and investors should separate the two.
Stock returns are driven by structural business changes and competitive positions over 5–10 years.

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Rate cuts, rate cuts, rate cuts. The financial media has been abuzz with the prospect of a rate cut in the US (despite annual inflation ticking up from 2.7% to 2.9% in its most recent reading).

Today we're unpacking what you need to know.

We're also sharing some timely advice from Nick Griffin, CIO of Munro Partners, about how to manage the noise at a time like this.

That's not all we're covering in another big episode of Equity Mates:

How to optimise your investments within Superannuation
We review a listeners portfolio
Discuss the opportunities to build passive income through ETFs

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