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The Curve is a platform to learn more about money. To change the stereotype that these conversations are typically boring, and only for men in suits. Victoria has worked in the finance and investing world for 13 years, and Sophie is a total novice. Learn alongside her as she asks all the questions you're thinking, but might feel a little embarrassed to ask. This podcast will give you all the tools and knowledge to achieve financial freedom, as well as (hopefully) having a laugh along the way.
New episodes every Monday and Wednesday!
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
New episodes every Monday and Wednesday!
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
Episodes
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Mar 1, 2022 • 21min
RTC29: Why you should care about low interest rates
Despite everything going on globally right now, there's something else happening that's been impacting your investments. Can we have a drum roll for... interest rates! We were in a low interest environment for a while, but with things changing, it's important to understand how interest rates can effect your investments. Even small increases in interest rates can have a huuuge impact on the stock market. It might sound boring, but we do our best to keep it fun, and it's an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to understanding the overall economic environment. 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.

Feb 22, 2022 • 36min
RTC28: The inside scoop about cryptocurrencies from the queen of crypto.
One for those who are crypto curious! In this episode we have our first ever in-studio guest - Janine Grainger, the CEO and Co-Founder of Easy Crypto! We talk about what moves the different coins and currencies, how to spot upcoming trends, top tips for budding crypto investors and what we can expect for the future of crypto! 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.

Feb 15, 2022 • 33min
RTC27: This stock has delivered nearly 300% for the past 5 years
In this episode we analyse the LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy) stock which has consistently delivered a 30% return per year for the past 5 years - that's a pretty solid return! We explore why it's been such an incredible investment to date, discuss how the company works, and what the secret sauce is that sets it apart from other companies! 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.

Feb 8, 2022 • 32min
RTC26: Four questions to ask before investing in a managed fund
Are you best to use the DIY platforms? Or give your money to a fund manager? The answer is totally up to you - some people even like to do a mixture of both! If you decide you'd like to give your money to a fund manager, this episode is a great listen before you decide on which one is right for you. Vic shares her four top questions to ask - and since she's a fund manager herself, you know this ep is worth a listen! 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.

Feb 1, 2022 • 24min
RTC25: How to invest in environmentally friendly companies
The way we spend our money can be so powerful! You vote with your wallet every time you buy something, and the same goes with investing. In this episode we talk about 'conscious investing' which basically means - investing in companies that align with your values. You can grow your portfolio, while also being mindful of the planet - something we're both super passionate about. 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.

Jan 25, 2022 • 28min
RTC24: NFT's - the new kid on the block(chain)
Another investing acronym explained! In this episode, we talk about the new kid on the block(chian) - see what we did there? NFT's or non-fungible tokens have very quickly become the new buzz word of the crypto world. But what are they? And how do we trade them? We talk about their uses, how they work, and why all of a sudden they have become so popular! 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.

Jan 18, 2022 • 28min
RTC22: An introduction to cryptocurrency: part two.
In this episode, we dig into 'blockchain' and discuss it's vital role in the world of cryptocurrencies. It might seem a bit mind boggling at first, but the more we break it down, the easier it is to understand. Will crypto become a part of our daily life just like the internet and Facebook? How do you buy and sell it? And where can you use it? Find out in this episode! 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.

Jan 11, 2022 • 40min
RTC21: Is cryptocurrency something you should be investing in?
We've had so many requests for an episode on cryptocurrency so here it finally is! In this episode we delve into the weird, wild and wonderful world of cryptocurrency. Did you know there are over 10,000 different types of crypto? WILD. We talk about where and why it started, how it's used in the world today, as well as the pros + cons of this very risky asset. Some people will love it and some people will hate it - hopefully this ep you'll know if it's for you or not! 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.

Jan 4, 2022 • 32min
RTC20: How to spot investments that go up by 100%
In this episode we talk about what the finance and investing world refer to as '100-baggers’. They are the stocks that quite literally change your life - the rainbow fish of investments. One great example is AfterPay. If you had invested in it at the right time, you would have earned some seriously good returns. '100-baggers' are the kinds of investments that professional investors spend their entire careers looking for, and hopefully after this episode, you'll be able to spot them too. 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.

Dec 28, 2021 • 2min
We're taking a break this week. Enjoy your holidays!
Raising the Curve is taking a week off this week with the Christmas break, we'll be back on January 5th with tips on how to spot life changing investments, or as they're known in the game... 'The Hundred Bagger". 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.