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Jun 30, 2026
Why ETFs are the real winners after CGT changes
The creator discusses how upcoming Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes will make ETFs relatively more attractive than direct shares or managed funds. ETFs, especially low-turnover index ETFs, realize fewer capital gains and allow for netting of winners and losers, which are crucial benefits under the new tax regime.
Jun 30, 2026
What do CGT changes mean for investors
The creator discusses the impact of proposed Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes on ETF portfolios. The changes will likely increase overall taxes, especially for portfolios with more growth assets, and favor low-turnover, indexed ETFs over high-turnover active ETFs due to reduced capital gains realization.
Jun 29, 2026
What could CGT changes mean for Stockspot clients & ETF investors?
The creator discusses upcoming 2026 budget changes to capital gains tax (CGT) in Australia, focusing on their impact on ETF investors. Key changes include a 30% minimum CGT rate and the replacement of the 50% discount with indexation. The creator argues these changes make direct share investing less appealing and ETFs, particularly low-turnover indexed ETFs like VAS, more attractive due to their netting effects and lower realization of capital gains.
Jun 28, 2026
How you could pay more than 100% tax on your shares?
The new capital gains tax (CGT) system in Australia, which taxes indexed or real gains but only allows nominal losses to be offset, can lead to effective tax rates exceeding 100% for portfolios with a few big winners and many smaller losers. This is particularly problematic for speculative investments like mining shares or venture capital. To avoid this punitive tax outcome, investors are advised to use pooled structures like managed funds, LICs, or ETFs, where winners and losers net off internally, making these structures more tax-efficient under the new regime.
Jun 25, 2026
What to do if you come into a financial windfall
Chris from Stockspot outlines nine tips for individuals who receive a financial windfall. He emphasizes pausing to think clearly, defining financial goals, fixing financial foundations like paying off debt, avoiding repeating the same risk level that generated the money, diversifying assets, and not timing the market. He suggests dollar-cost averaging as a strategy to gain confidence in investing gradually.
Jun 24, 2026
Avoiding investing because of CGT changes?
The creator discusses how to navigate new capital gains tax changes by focusing on low-turnover portfolios and tax-efficient investment structures like ETFs. These strategies aim to maximize long-term wealth growth regardless of future tax policy.
Jun 8, 2026
The cost of not investing due to CGT changes
The creator discusses how new capital gains tax changes might affect investment strategies. They suggest that diversified, low-turnover ETF portfolios are more tax-effective under the new regime compared to direct share investing, emphasizing a buy-and-hold approach for long-term wealth building.
Jun 2, 2026
What do you need to know before moving into pension phase?
This video discusses the key considerations for moving into the pension phase of investing in Australia. It highlights the tax benefits of pension phase, the primary risk of running out of money, and strategies for managing this risk through asset allocation and focusing on total return rather than just income generation. The video emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to ensure long-term financial security and lifestyle enjoyment.
Jun 1, 2026
What is an investment bond? #australianinvestor
The creator explains investment bonds as an insurance product for diversified investing, noting their historical popularity due to upfront taxation and a 10-year lock-up period. However, they now prefer ETFs for children's investments due to better after-tax performance and flexibility.
May 27, 2026
Stockspot 2026 Pension Webinar
This webinar from Stockspot discusses retirement planning and introduces their new pension offerings. The session covers what a pension is, different types available in Australia, key risks in retirement, and how to get started with Stockspot's pension accounts. They emphasize that the information is general and encourage viewers to book a consultation for personalized advice.
May 26, 2026
Are investment bonds the only option for my kids? #australianinvestor
The creator discusses investment bonds versus ETFs for investing for children. They argue that ETFs have become more popular due to better performance, lower costs, increased transparency, tax efficiency, and greater flexibility compared to traditional investment bonds.
May 14, 2026
ETFs or Investment bonds? #australianinvestor
The creator compares ETFs and investment bonds, favoring ETFs due to lower costs, better diversification, transparency, tax efficiency, and flexibility. Investment bonds have tax benefits at the end but tax throughout, and a 10-year lock-in period with penalties for early withdrawal.
May 13, 2026
Why I pick ETFs over investment bonds for my kids
Chris from Stockspot explains why he prefers ETF portfolios over investment bonds for his children's savings. He highlights that ETFs offer better after-tax returns and greater flexibility compared to investment bonds, which have higher fees and are locked up for 10 years.
May 11, 2026
How does rising inflation affect property vs ETFs?
This video discusses how rising inflation affects property versus ETFs. Property offers long-term inflation protection but can face short-term headwinds from rising interest rates. Shares are impacted differently by sector, with materials and energy potentially benefiting, while high-growth sectors like technology can suffer due to higher discount rates on future cash flows.
May 5, 2026
Don’t invest in DHHF #australianinvestor
The creator advises against investing in the BetaShares All Growth ETF (DHHF) if seeking defensive allocation, as it lacks assets like gold and government bonds that have recently outperformed. While both DHHF and the Stockspot portfolio are low-cost index portfolios, DHHF exclusively uses BetaShares ETFs, whereas Stockspot diversifies across multiple fund managers.
May 4, 2026
Compare Betashares Diversified all growth ETF DHHF to Stockspot
This video compares the BetaShares Diversified All Growth ETF (DHHF) with the Stockspot High Growth option (Topaz). It analyzes their investment strategies, underlying holdings, and performance over 1, 3, and 5 years. The Stockspot Topaz portfolio, with a 22% allocation to defensive assets like gold, outperformed DHHF in all periods, highlighting the benefit of diversification even in a high-growth strategy.
Apr 28, 2026
How is the share market affected by inflation? #australianinvestor
The creator explains how inflation impacts different sectors of the share market. Energy, materials, and consumer staples tend to perform well as they can pass on costs, while technology stocks suffer due to future cash flows being discounted at higher rates.
Apr 21, 2026
Stockspot Review iShares Global Healthcare ETF AUD ( ASX : IXJ )
Chris Brycki of Stockspot reviews the iShares Global Healthcare ETF (IXJ), highlighting its benefits for investors seeking diversified global exposure to the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. He emphasizes its advantages over individual stock picking due to sector-wide growth drivers like an aging population and innovation, while also noting its liquidity and low costs.
Apr 20, 2026
Moving to cash in volatile markets? Watch this first! #australianinvestor
The creator advises against moving ETFs to cash during market volatility, emphasizing the difficulty of timing market bottoms and the risk of missing rebounds. Stockspot's recommendation is to remain invested in a diversified portfolio to ride out market fluctuations.
Apr 15, 2026
How war impacts the share market | Iran war 2026
The video discusses how the war in Iran has impacted global markets, primarily through energy prices and inflation concerns, leading to a divergence in sector performance. It advises investors to maintain a diversified portfolio and consider topping up investments during market downturns.
Apr 14, 2026
Should I move my investments to cash during volatility?
The creator advises against moving investments to cash during market volatility, emphasizing the difficulty of timing market entries and exits. Instead, he recommends staying invested in a diversified portfolio designed to weather such conditions and focus on long-term growth.
Apr 8, 2026
Stockspot Review iShares China Large-Cap ETF AUD ( ASX : IZZ )
Chris Brycki of Stockspot reviews the iShares Large Cap China ETF (ASX: IZZ), highlighting its low cost, diversification, liquidity, and tax efficiency as a way for investors to gain exposure to the Chinese economy. He recommends it as a thematic option within Stockspot portfolios.
Mar 30, 2026
Do you need LICs in your portfolio? #australianinvestor
Chris Brycki of Stockspot advises against using Listed Investment Companies (LICs) in portfolios, stating that ETFs offer superior diversification, lower costs, greater transparency, and better tax efficiency. He believes ETFs are a more modern and effective investment structure compared to LICs, which were more relevant before ETFs became widely available.
Mar 26, 2026
Stockspot Review iShares Asia 50 ETF AUD ( ASX : IAA )
Chris Brycki of Stockspot reviews the iShares Asia 50 ETF (ASX: IAA), highlighting its low-cost, tax-efficient exposure to 50 large technology companies in Asia, such as Taiwan Semiconductor and Alibaba. He recommends it as an efficient way for investors seeking Asian tech exposure.
Mar 24, 2026
What’s the difference between ETFs and LICs? #australianinvestor
This video explains the differences between Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Listed Investment Companies (LICs). ETFs are typically index-tracking, open-ended funds that trade close to their asset value, making them cost-effective. LICs are actively managed, closed-end products that can trade at a discount to their net asset value, often with higher costs. Stockspot recommends ETFs over LICs due to their structure and cost efficiency.
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