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NZX Opening Bell

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118 episodes

2 months ago

From supermarkets to corner stores to restaurants, refrigeration is the invisible backbone of the food supply chain. New Zealand company AoFrio is at the centre of it, with technology powering more than 3 million fridges worldwide. In this episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, CEO Greg Balla and Vice President of Product Genevieve Clark share AoFrio’s journey from a Kiwi innovator to a global leader. They discuss the latest innovations in refrigeration technology, how data and AI are changing ...

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From supermarkets to corner stores to restaurants, refrigeration is the invisible backbone of the food supply chain. New Zealand company AoFrio is at the centre of it, with technology powering more than 3 million fridges worldwide. In this episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, CEO Greg Balla and Vice President of Product Genevieve Clark share AoFrio’s journey from a Kiwi innovator to a global leader. They discuss the latest innovations in refrigeration technology, how data and AI are changing ...

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Reinventing Refrigeration: The Kiwi Tech Company Behind 3 Million Fridges

From supermarkets to corner stores to restaurants, refrigeration is the invisible backbone of the food supply chain. New Zealand company AoFrio is at the centre of it, with technology powering more than 3 million fridges worldwide. In this episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, CEO Greg Balla and Vice President of Product Genevieve Clark share AoFrio’s journey from a Kiwi innovator to a global leader. They discuss the latest innovations in refrigeration technology, how data and AI are changing ...

2 months ago

29 minutes

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The 2 in 3. Why cancer is a diagnose for everyone - Helen Carter, CEO of the Cancer Society Waikato/Bay of Plenty

We often hear the statistic that one in three New Zealanders will face a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. But what about the two in three, the families, friends and caregivers who carry the weight of the journey alongside them? In this episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, Helen Carter, CEO of the Cancer Society Waikato Bay of Plenty, talks with NZX Communications & Engagement Advisor Joseph Shuker about the growing impact of cancer, her own story of loss, and the support and research t...

2 months ago

23 minutes

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The Power of Community - Variety New Zealand - Susan Glasgow & Simon Dallow

Across New Zealand, 1 in 10 children do not have a bed of their own. Winter is here, and the need is urgent. In this NZX Opening Bell episode, Variety New Zealand CEO Susan Glasgow and Variety Ambassador & 1News Presenter Simon Dallow join us to celebrate the launch of their Winter Appeal, discuss the increasing demand for help and share how Variety is working behind the scenes to help improve the lives of thousands of Kiwi kids across the country.

4 months ago

24 minutes

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The Future of Ageing: Innovation in Aged Care - Radius Care

In this NZX Opening Bell episode, Andrew Peskett and Brien Cree joined us to discuss the future of aged care and how Radius Care is using technology and data to transform the experience of ageing. We also dive into their backgrounds, including what inspired the implementation and growth of Radius and how they are leading their nationwide team today.

4 months ago

26 minutes

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Staying ahead of the Curve - Briscoe Group, Rod Duke

We sat down with Rod Duke, Managing Director and Deputy Chairman of Briscoe Group, to unpack how he leads one of New Zealand’s most recognisable retail brands through change and challenge. With Briscoes Homeware and Rebel Sport firmly cemented as Kiwi household names—and Briscoe Group reporting impressive 2024 and 2025 sales of $791.5 million—Rod shares his insights on staying ahead of the curve, building business resilience, and driving growth in a tough economic climate.

5 months ago

31 minutes

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Trump, Tariffs & Us – NZ's Economic Outlook, Sharon Zollner

It's hard to walk down the street at the moment without hearing 'Trump', 'Tariffs' or 'Turmoil'... but what does it all actually mean? Especially in the context of the New Zealand economy? Sharon Zollner, Chief Economist at ANZ joins us to break it all down, while highlighting what we should keep an eye on.

6 months ago

35 minutes

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Finding the best investment ideas globally – Alex Crooke

If the past week has taught us anything, it’s that markets can be wildly unpredictable. That’s why long-term strategy matters more than ever. The Bankers Investment Trust is focused on uncovering the best investment ideas from around the world — aiming to deliver capital growth and income that keeps ahead of inflation over time. In this episode, we’re joined by Alex Crooke, Portfolio Manager at Bankers Investment Trust, to talk about how to invest for the long term — and why staying the cours...

6 months ago

20 minutes

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Markets 2025 - NZX CEO, Mark Peterson

We're kicking off this year's NZX Opening Bell podcast with our very own, NZX CEO Mark Peterson. Mark joins us to reflect on 2024’s market performance—what drove success, the challenges faced, and the turning points that set the stage for 2025. We also dive into the key trends shaping this year, including the economic climate, and what’s on the radar for New Zealand’s listed companies.

7 months ago

22 minutes

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Exploring Latin America’s Dairy Market and it's Connection to Oceania's

Join us as we explore the Latin American dairy market and its evolving relationship with Oceania. Hosted by Cristina Alvarado, with special guests Alejandro Maurino (CEO of eDairy Corp) and Fabrizio Jorge (CEO of Sistina Group). We delve into milk production trends, trade opportunities, and the potential for growth between these two key dairy regions. Plus, don’t miss expert takes on how innovation and strategy are shaping the industry’s future. Tune in now!

10 months ago

32 minutes

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Investing in Commercial Property - Centuria NZ's Mark Francis

Interested in learning more about commercial property investment? Centuria NZ is a commercial property investment manager with over 35 years of experience, managing $20 billion in trans-Tasman office, industrial, healthcare, and agricultural assets. In this episode, CEO Mark Francis shares insights into what they look for when investing in properties, how the investment process works, and how they deliver returns for their investors.

11 months ago

23 minutes

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New U.S. Tariffs? What would this mean for NZ trade? Charles Finny

A week after the U.S. election, there’s been a lot of talk about how the new administration could impact New Zealand trade, especially with a proposal of 10–20% on import tariffs. To unpack this, we spoke with Charles Finny, former Wellington Chamber CEO and trade expert on the evolution of trade agreements in New Zealand and what may lie ahead for global trade relationships.

11 months ago

27 minutes

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Markets Talk with Mark Lister – Investment Director, Craigs Investment Partners

Join us for a great conversation with Mark Lister, Investment Director at Craigs Investment Partners, as we break down what’s happening in the markets right now. We talk about how lowered interest rates are affecting homeowners and compare how New Zealand stacks up against Australia and the US. Mark also shares his thoughts on the current market conditions, the performance of tech stocks, and what he expects to see for the rest of the year. Whether you're an investor or just curious about the...

1 year ago

39 minutes

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Spotting Scams - Insights from the Financial Markets Authority (FMA)

Have you or someone you know ever fallen victim to a scam? You’re not alone—there are likely more stories out there than you’d expect. As scams become increasingly sophisticated and harder to spot, anyone can be at risk. To mark World Investor Week earlier this month, we spoke with the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) to gain some insight into their efforts in promoting investor education and safeguarding the public from fraudulent schemes.

1 year ago

29 minutes

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Milk Money Matters: Decoding the NZX Milk Price Calculator

In this episode, dairy analysts Rosalind Crickett and Lewis Hoggard explore the history of New Zealand’s milk price, its evolution in response to global market trends, and the implications for New Zealand farmers. They also break down the key components behind the NZX Milk Price Calculator and how it shapes payout projections. But first, Cristina Alvarado, NZX Commerical Manager of Data and Insights, provides an update on Fonterra’s latest announcements and their potential impact on the dairy...

1 year ago

13 minutes

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Making a difficult start that little bit easier - The Little Miracles Trust, Sarah Rusholme

Over the weekend our markets came together to tee off for a fantastic charity, The Little Miracles Trust, at the S&P/NZX Charity Golf Classic. The Little Miracles Trust is an incredible organisation committed to one thing, making a difficult start to life that little bit easier, and it was a pleasure to hear more about what they do in our conversation with CEO, Sarah Rusholme.

1 year ago

24 minutes

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Channelling New Zealand’s energy to keep Kiwis moving – Rob Buchanan

In this episode, we chat to Channel Infrastructure's CEO, Rob Buchanan to learn more about who they are and how they’re shaping New Zealand’s fuel supply as the country's largest fuel import terminal. We talk about everything from their long-term contracts with major fuel companies to the challenges posed by electric vehicles. We also talk to their future plans around decarbonisation, what they’re doing with their surplus land, and new projects like sustainable aviation fuel. It’s a great li...

1 year ago

25 minutes

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Growing a NZ tech company in a US market - Blackpearl's Nick Lissette

In our next episode, Nick Lissette, CEO of Blackpearl Group, shares an update on the company’s growth since our last podcast, including the continued success of Pearl Diver, their innovative identification platform that transforms anonymous website visitors into potential customers. Nick also provides interesting insight into his journey as a tech start-up and bringing their product to the American market. If you're a tech start-up, or a company to looking to grow into international wa...

1 year ago

38 minutes

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1 in 3 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Support the 1 in 3. - Cancer Society's Nicola Coom

Did you know 1 in 3 will get cancer in their lifetime? Ahead of this year's Daffodil Day (Friday, 30 August), we had the absolute privilege to sit down with the company's CEO, Nicola Coom to find out more about the incredible work they do across the country and what Daffodil Day means for them. Make sure to donate and support the 1 in 3 this Daffodil Day: Daffodil Day 2024

1 year ago

29 minutes

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Building New Zealand – Infrastructure NZ CEO, Nick Leggett

Building and infrastructure is a hot topic at the moment. In line with this as our podcast theme for the month, we spoke to Infrastructure New Zealand’s CEO, Nick Leggett. Nick talks to how we need to fund, how we need to approach and how we need to speed up every part of the build and design of infrastructure, to not only keep New Zealand moving, but to also remain internationally competitive alongside our peers. Infrastructure NZ is holding its Building Nations conference on the 28 – ...

1 year ago

33 minutes

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Investing in NZ Rural Land - NZRLC, Richard Milsom

It was great to catch up with New Zealand Rural Land's Cofounder and Director, Richard Milsom to hear about what they've been up to, trends and insights into rural land in New Zealand and what's ahead for the company.

1 year ago

25 minutes