(Interview recorded on 20 October 2026)
Paul Brennan, host of Money Talks, is joined by Simon Angelo, editor of Wealth Morning. Here’s what they are discussing this week:
- Is this a risk-premium moment for the Kiwi dollar? Radical election policies are already being priced in by the market, weakening our currency. However, the return of a centre-right coalition government could ease that pressure and offer strength.
- What’s the real problem with MMP? Proportional systems are always vulnerable to overhang strategies and decoy parties. To restore business confidence, we need to return to common-sense policies.
- Are higher oil prices creating a rare opening in global assets? High-quality real estate companies are now trading at a discount, while their underlying businesses remain intact. This could be attractive for value investors hunting for value.
- Where should capital go over the next five years? Over the long run, incentives — not taxes — will determine which countries pull ahead. Ultimately, the winners of this race will be decided by their ability to create sustainable wealth.
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Simon is the Chief Executive Officer and Publisher at Wealth Morning. He has been investing in the markets since he was 17. He recently spent a couple of years working in the hedge-fund industry in Europe. Before this, he owned an award-winning professional-services business and online-learning company in Auckland for 20 years. He has completed the Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management from the Personal Finance Society (UK), has written a bestselling book, and manages global share portfolios.