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Richard Goyder - CEO, Wesfarmers
24 February 2010
Wesfarmers CEO Richard Goyder answers the tough questions – can a debt-plagued company like Coles make good? How will the retail sector cope with another interest rate rise? And, just how long can we rely on the resources boom?
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Steve Keen
He may have tipped the cause of the GFC, but he walked to Mount Kosciuszko after losing a bet over the decline of housing prices. So what does Associate Professor Steve ‘the bear’ Keen see for the Aussie economy?
The Hon. Julie Bishop
It’s been a busy week on the election trail with the big issues making headlines, but what’s really in it for business? Don’t miss the Deputy Opposition Leader Julie Bishop’s take on Julia Gillard’s policies. Plus, she shares how her Party plans to put business front and centre.
Ross Barker
The local share market appears to be stuck in a holding pattern, leaving a growing number of investors frustrated. Patience, though, is a virtue, as Australian Foundation Investment Company’s Ross Barker proves with some long-term portfolio staples.
Bruce Jacques and Max Williamson
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David Murray AO
Today, sovereign wealth funds explained with the Future Fund boss David Murray AO. And find out why as Telstra’s biggest shareholder, the Fund wants out.
Roger Montgomery
What are the dog stocks of the day? Independent investment expert Roget Montgomery reveals the companies you should keep well clear of, and busts the blue chip myth to reveal your portfolio pick’s true values.
Dr Frank Gelber and John McGrath
With house prices ballooning and another interest rate rise on the cards, where to from here for the property market? If you’ve got a stake in property, don’t miss today’s special – Switzer grills BIS Shrapnel’s chief economist Dr Frank Gelber and John McGrath to get the lowdown on what’s in store for your investments.
Mark Rider
Yesterday, the local market resumed its recovery – but week is far from over. Today, UBS equities strategist Mark Rider uncovers what investors can expect and reveals his top picks for your portfolio.
Charlie Aitken
The local market bounced back again yesterday, but uncertainty remains as investors look at what’s to come on the international arena. To help make sense of the current market madness, Switzer catches up with Southern Cross Equities’ Charlie Aitken.
Geoff Wilson
Wilson Asset Management’s Geoff Wilson puts the spotlight on stimulatory settings States-side. Are they enough to save the US economy – and your investments – from a double dip?
George Vassos
Current economic and market conditions are certainly making investing a challenge. To uncover strategies for tough times, we speak to Omega Global Investors’ George Vassos. How do bonds fit in with your portfolio picks?
Suzanne Daubney
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Roger Montgomery
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Mike Hawkins
Mike Hawkins from stock broking firm Evans and Partners gives his take on the global recovery as well as his stock picks.
George Boubouras
The US strong reporting season has given the share market a boost. What’s in store for your investments? We turn to one of the big guns in the world of wealth management – UBS Wealth Management investment strategist George Boubouras – to find out.
Dena Blackman and Danielle Robertson
Mother and daughter team, Dena Blackman and Danielle Robertson, discuss their home and family health care business, Dial an Angel, and put the spotlight on the state of the industry.
Christopher Joye
Rismark International’s Christopher Joye – don’t miss this industry great and his take on the market – both here and abroad. Plus, he tips consumers are in for a rate rise come August – find out why.
David Mortimer AO
Meet one of the nation’s most respected business leaders – David Mortimer AO. Among his many titles is chair to Australia Post, Crescent Capital and Australia’s biggest contractor, Leighton Holdings. Today, Mortimer reveals the secrets behind his success.
Lance Lai
Switzer regular Lance Lai puts the spotlight on the charts tracking the market to reveal where the risk is. The good news? Lai says there’s nowhere to go but up.
Simon Shields
Aussies shares have taken a battering since April – but where to from here? Today, UBS’s Australian equities chief Simon Shields reveals where the local market is headed and puts the spotlight on stocks he picks as good value.
Rory Robertson
Could interest rates stay on hold until December or are homeowners set to be inflicted with more mortgage pain? Macquarie economist and interest rate strategist Rory Robertson reveals where to from here on the rate front.
Terry McCrann
One of Australia’s most respected economic commentators – Terry McCrann – puts the spotlight on Gillard’s resource tax.
Lisa Claes
ING Direct executive director of mortgages, Lisa Claes uncovers where the property market is headed.
Malcolm Mackerras
Political analyst Malcolm Mackerras climbs off the fence to call the election – but whose side did he come down on and when will it be?
John McGrath
As volatility on the stock market looks set to spike investor activity in the property market, don’t miss John McGrath’s property hot spots.
Prof. Alec Cameron
There’s no question the GFC changed the business management landscape. Professor Alec Cameron, Dean of UNSW’s Australian School of Business, reveals where to from here.
John Bertrand
Meet the man who skippered Alan Bond’s Australia II to victory in the 1983 America’s Cup – sporting hero John Bertrand. He reveals Bond’s business strategies that secured the win.
Ron Bewley
To make sense of the latest moves in the markets, today we turn to Woodhall Investment Research’s Ron Bewley as he reveals the good news for investors.
Suzanne Salter
Suzanne Salter, head of structured investment at the Commonwealth Bank, explains how structured investments could safeguard your assets during times of volatility.
Joe Youssef
As shares continue to fall, is now a good time to buy in? Bell Potter Securities’ Joe Youssef tests market threats – find out why the mining tax is a “storm in a teacup” – to reveal some outstanding buying opportunities in the quality end of town.
Dr John Hewson
Will Julia Gillard last until August? Political veteran and former Liberal leader Dr John Hewson looks at the spin coming from Canberra.
Peter Yates
He lunched with Kerry Packer every Wednesday for four years and now he shares his leadership lessons with you – former PBL CEO Peter Yates.
Simon Bond
As the reverberations from the news out of Canberra continue, shares expert and Switzer regular Simon Bond puts the spotlight on the stocks sensitive to leadership change.
Matthew Kidman
Has the correction on the market caught you out? Today, we speak to the man who saw it coming – Wilson Asset Management’s Matthew Kidman. Find out where he tips the market is headed to from here.
The Hon. Chris Bowen
From the corridors of Canberra, they’re changing the rules of engagement when it comes to financial planning and services. Find out what this means for your money with Minister for Financial Services Chris Bowen.
The Hon. Joe Hockey
Will Abbott and his gang block Telstra’s $11 billion NBN deal if they come to power? Find out why Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey tips the deal as a technology punt taxpayers shouldn’t take.
Malcolm Mackerras
Kevin may have triumphed in ’07, but will he be able to repeat the performance come election time? The experts tip a landslide victory– but in whose favour? Don’t miss the odds with political analyst Malcolm Mackerras.
John Edwards
Has the great Australian dream become an unachievable reality? As property prices continue to soar, Residex’s John Edwards crunches the numbers on where they’re headed next.
Bob Ansett
Business legend Bob Ansett – the man who built rental car giant Budget in Australia – reveals three sure-fire steps to grow your business.
David Airey
Have interest rates taken the heat out of the red-hot property market? Don’t miss Real Estate Institute of Australia president David Airey’s outlook for residential prices across the nation.
Simon Crean
As mining magnate Clive Palmer and giants like Xstrata make a grab for headlines, Australia’s Minister for Trade reveals what China really thinks about Rudd’s mining tax.
Andrew Buckley
Cardno’s Andrew Buckley reveals the pros and cons of Rudd’s mining tax for those in the infrastructure game.
Graeme Samuel
As NAB continues to do everything it can to appease the ACCC when it comes to its bid for AXA Asia Pacific, will they make it past competition watchdog Graeme Samuel?
Glen Boreham
Find out why the man dubbed one of the most powerful leaders in the information industry is sure the worst is over. Don’t miss as IBM’s Glen Boreham reveals where the IT giant is looking for growth.
Dr John Hewson
A double-dip? Dr John Hewson, leading economist and former Federal Opposition leader, says it’s a question of when, not if, for Europe and the US. But what does this spell for the home front? Hewson tips the Australian charts could break 4000 – find out why.
Sally Macdonald
Despite Oroton's on-shelf success, the company’s financials haven’t always had such shine – a few years ago, the brand faced a $9.4 million loss. So how did CEO Sally Macdonald save the brand and pull a $9.8 million profit out of the bag?
Roger Montgomery
When it comes to investment strategies, plenty of people swear by P/E ratios, but is this the best approach to take? According to independent investment expert Roger Montgomery, it’s a tack verging on nonsense.
Tom Seymour
PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Tom Seymour runs the numbers on the proposal to reveal how the tax would – or wouldn’t – work. Plus, mining magnate Clive Palmer and Australian Workers’ Union national secretary Paul Howes go head to head.
Malcolm Turnbull
As recent polls reveal the Greens stand to benefit from Rudd’s follies, the man who laid it all on the line for Labor’s failed policy – Malcolm Turnbull – speaks out. While he pegs Rudd as “gutless” with “no principles”, he says a vote for the Greens is a wasted one.
Hugh Mackay
Will Rudd see another term? Or does the lycra-clad Abbot have what it takes to win the hearts of the nation? Social researcher and author Hugh Mackay looks at the recent decline of Rudd-mania and what it could spell come election time.
Dr Shane Oliver
It’s been a couple of weeks of market madness – but who’s to blame? Join AMP Capital Investors’ Dr Shane Oliver for his take on what’s moving the market.
Simon Bond
Is the correction over? Shares expert and Switzer regular Simon Bond looks at what’s moving and shaking the market.
Tony Sage
What’s the real cost of the resource super profits tax? Today, Cape Lambert’s Tony Sage reveals what it means not just for the industry, but also for investors.
Steve Tucker
Amid the ACCC’s concerns that the big banks are too big in the wealth management industry, NAB is looking to up its market share from eight to 15 per cent with its MLC – AXA Asia Pacific move. But what does this mean for the market? MLC CEO Steve Tucker explains.
Frerk-Malte Feller
For an insight into the world of e-commerce, Switzer catches up with PayPal Australia’s Frerk-Malte Feller.
Tim Leviny
From Shanghai’s World Expo, Elders’ Tim Leviny uncovers the business opportunities in China while promoting Australian produce.
David Lehmann
The business behind the Australia Pavilion at Shanghai’s World Expo – Bovis Lend Lease’s David Lehmann reveals how a Melbourne architect, consultants from Hong Kong and a client in Canberra managed such a feat.
