The Curve

Since entering the stock market with their IPO, Birkenstock have gone from smokin’ hot to a little bit not – but why the fall from grace? Meanwhile, global tech company Klaviyo is sitting pretty after their own IPO – so why the different outcomes? We look at a couple of key questions to help you come to terms with the whos, whats and whys in the world of IPOs. Also, women are out of pocket for healthcare costs (zero surprises there) and Novo Nordisk’s weight loss injections could be changing the shape of the stock market as we know it … but is it too good to be true? For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Ok everyone, this one’s a bit different. In today’s episode, we’re talking to viral TikTok sensation, Linda Andrade – aka ‘The Millionaire’s Wife’ (the inspiration for our personal weekly spending chat from a few weeks back). Famous for being beyond-bougie with her husband’s money, Linda proudly broadcasts her excessive spending, and her followers can’t get enough. Chanel bags, first-class travel, coffee sprinkled with literal gold – all on her husband’s dime. Yes, we hear you – not very Curve-esque. But before you judge her (or wonder why on earth we’re talking to her), we think you should give this one a listen. It turns out, Linda is so much more than a pampered housewife – she’s also a businesswoman, a savvy investor and an important reminder of what feminism is all about. From religion and charity to diamonds and internet trolls – we dive deep into the glittering world of Linda Andrade. We’d love for you to join us. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Today at Curve HQ we’ve got property myths, ping pong bats and mortgage-wizard Laura from Lighthouse Financial … that’s right, it’s our first (and maybe last) game of TRUTH or SPOOF, The Property Edition. Can you buy your first home with a 5% deposit? Does an election impact property prices? Do the banks judge you for your spending habits? Will Michael Hallwright stake his house on Sophie paying her mortgage? We cover all these questions (and many, many more) in today’s smoking hot property episode – and we’re playing for loaded fries and margaritas, so you know it’s serious.  For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

While we usually avoid the murky old waters of politics, with the New Zealand election happening this week we thought it was a good time to talk parties, policies and personal impact. We look at promises vs action, the highs and lows of tax, and how your vote can have a huge impact on the economy, the stock market and the world. Who’s pledging to remove GST from fruit and veg? Who wants to top up the tank of the less privileged? Who wants to tax the big dogs even less? And how does it all affect your investments and opportunities? Big topic, big questions, big reasons to get out there and vote. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

It’s World Investor Week! To celebrate we’re partnering with the FMA (the investing-police) to share a really important (and interesting, we promise) episode about ethical investing. While some people are in this game for the big bucks alone, others want to channel their money into companies they believe in. Or, at the very least, companies that aren’t actively damaging our planet or the people on it. It’s a complex topic, full of personal preferences and endless balancing acts, but we’ve come up with a way to keep things simple and streamlined (spoiler: it’s a cute little pyramid). Make sure you check your investments, and make sure they actually reflect your personal values. For more information about the FMA, or World Investor Week you can head to fma.govt.nz/yourvalues For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

While September has been a bit of a (predicted) shocker, it’s not all bad news out there. Despite the ongoing struggles of the cozzie-livs, a few big names are doing ok for themselves. Things are going strong for Costco and its recession-proof stock, Nike’s recent reporting led to a big sporty jump in their shares, and everything Taylor Swift touches is still turning to gold. We also talk about the lasting effects of reputational damage and why Soph will never eat a McCain’s pizza again, and dangle the old carrot for our exciting new project. It’s all here. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

If you don't know her already, let us introduce you to Roxie Nafousi. She was described by The Times as 'the face of manifesting' and wow wow wow - what an absolute inspiration. She is a self-development coach, two time best-selling author and an ambassador for the Mental Health Foundation - but it's fair to say things haven't always been peachy. Roxie battled with addiction in her 20's and then fell pregnant to someone she barely knew. She had no financial plan or career path, and now credits her outrageous success to the power of manifestation. In this conversation she shares her top tips for manifesting the career you have always wanted and the money you have always wanted to make. Roxie's brand new book is also out now and is called Manifest for Kids: Four steps to being the best you! For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

This week, we’re saying goodbye to doom and gloom by bringing you a few juicy titbits to brighten up your Monday. First of all – Birkenstocks. Everyone’s favourite sandal is going public! After keeping things private for 250 years, this German institution is ready to IPO and the world is pretty excited. Whether you’re into a classic slide, an oiled leather sandal or a sock-and-clog combo, this is one IPO to watch. And it’s not all about hoofs – we’re also talking big changes for Disney, good news for UK inflation rates, a great week for Klaviyo’s 37-year-old multi-billionaire founder, and (on a less positive note) the outcome of the Kevin Costner prenup-battle.For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

TRIGGER WARNING: hysterectomy. Today’s episode is an exploration on the financial cost of being a woman, thanks to Eve Wellness. For 1/9 women, Endometriosis costs not only a huge amount financially, but also physically, mentally and emotionally.  Bree Tomalson from the ZM drive show, and Erin Alysha Barnett from Love Island were kind enough to open up to us about the reality of living with this condition. In this ep we hear about blood clots on a desert island and what it’s like to suddenly have no uterus (and also what it might mean to have more than one uterus in a relationship!). This episode is a must listen to gain an understanding of what living with this condition means, and therefore being able to support those who are suffering (but we promise there are some lols in here too!).For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Eve is on a mission to erase the shame surrounding taboo health topics like periods, hormones, sexual and mental well-being so together we are doing a podcast miniseries about the cost of being a woman. We want to dissolve the stigma and create space for open, empowered discussions around what it means (and costs us) to be a woman. Eve’s products are super high quality, they are some of our faves, with dosages and forms that match scientific studies. Basically, they work! Find them at evewellness.com and use the code CURVE to get 15% off.  For more information on Endometriosis: NZ you can click here, in AUS you can click here, and for the UK you can click here. Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Bonjour! This week, Vic’s getting bougie in St Tropez, Soph’s having serious croissant withdrawals and it seems the global IPO drought may finally be lifting. We look at Arm (an AI powerhouse similar to our old mate Nvidia) and their sky-high first day on the stock exchange, the importance of staying cautious when it comes to the IPO hype, and the striking similarities between being a new IPO and a Bridgeton debutante. We’re also looking at Airbnb’s shitshow of a week (both globally and personally for Soph) and the epic rise of the tough-time side hustle.For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.