Buy or Sell: Adam Dawes - Xero, Pilbara Minerals, Resmed & more
Feb 10, 2025
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Adam Dawes, a Senior Investment Adviser at Shaw & Partners, shares his expertise on the stock market and offers insights into various companies. He discusses the promising potential of Xero Limited, highlighting its impressive growth and US expansion. The conversation also touches on the investment outlook for JB Hi-Fi and ResMed, while weighing the merits of gold amidst market uncertainties. Additionally, they explore groundbreaking AI technology for heart image analysis, signaling a new frontier in health investments.
Understanding return on ad spend (ROAS) is vital for B2B marketing success, emphasizing metrics to enhance ROI on digital platforms.
Investing in companies like Pilbara Minerals may be advantageous despite current price declines, given the potential lithium market rebound in 2026.
Deep dives
The Impact of Advertising and B2B Marketing
Understanding return on ad spend (ROAS) is crucial for success in B2B marketing. The podcast highlights a personal anecdote where a speaker's father, involved in B2B marketing, passionately described his love for calculating ROAS at a school career day. This emphasizes the importance of metrics in marketing strategies, especially in B2B contexts where reaching the right audience on platforms like LinkedIn can significantly enhance ROI. With promotional credits available for new advertising campaigns, it showcases how businesses can effectively leverage digital platforms to reach potential clients.
Investment Opportunities in 2025
The podcast discusses various investment opportunities to consider for 2025, including platforms like Superhero, which allows individuals to invest in both Australian and US shares while earning Qantas points. During the conversation, the potential for earning rewards through investments is highlighted, showcasing a unique way to incentivize financial growth. Furthermore, the opportunity to win a significant prize of Qantas points through investment activities adds an exciting layer to the investment landscape. This illustrates the evolving ways investment platforms are engaging users and encouraging participation in the markets.
Stock Insights and Performance Analysis
The speakers evaluate several stocks, providing insights into their performance and future potential. For instance, they discuss Pilbara Minerals, noting its current price decline and suggesting it may be a good time for cautious investment, as the lithium market is expected to rebound in 2026. They also analyze companies such as Amcor and ResMed, discussing the stability of their business models and market conditions. The talk emphasizes the significance of understanding market trends and making informed decisions based on current performance indicators and future projections.
Speculative Investments and Technological Advances
The podcast highlights the risky nature of speculative investments, particularly EchoIQ, a company leveraging AI in healthcare to improve heart disease diagnosis. Its innovative use of AI to speed up the diagnostic process—reducing wait times significantly—demonstrates how technology can revolutionize healthcare. While there are potential rewards, the speakers caution that volatility exists, especially with companies in emerging tech sectors. This discussion reinforces the need for thorough research and consideration when investing in speculative stocks while keeping an eye on the transformative potential of technologies.
In our first episode, Adam is joined by Adam Dawes, Senior Investment Adviser at Shaw & Partners.
Tune in to hear Adam's take on the following companies:
IFL
PLS
BWP
AMC
EIQ
XRO
JBH
RMD
EVN
ALL
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