NZX Opening Bell

One in three New Zealanders will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and within twenty years that's forecast to be one in two. Which means most workplaces will have someone come to them with a diagnosis at some point.Andrew Young, CEO of the Cancer Society Auckland Northland, joins Joseph Shuker on the Opening Bell podcast to talk about what happens next. What to say when a colleague tells you they have cancer, the assumptions employers tend to get wrong, why taking work off someone isn't always the kind thing to do, and how to give a person back some control when they've lost it.Andrew also shares what Daffodil Day means to him, where the money raised goes, and some promising news on a potential new treatment coming out of a research lab here in New Zealand.The Cancer Society receives no direct government funding. To support their work, donate at daffodilday.org.nz

Most people think of AI as an LLM like ChatGPT or Claude. Not a robot refuelling a haul truck in the middle of a mine site, or a fleet of driverless vehicles moving stock around a warehouse floor.Scott Technology is a New Zealand automation and robotics company working across mining, meat processing, materials handling and appliances, counting Boeing, Microsoft and Coca-Cola among its customers.CEO Mike Christman joins Joseph Shuker on the Opening Bell podcast to talk about the plan to roughly double revenue to $530 million by 2030, why he wants the company forging the market rather than following it, where AI is already doing real work on a factory floor, and the biggest misconception about what Scott Technology actually is.

Almost every Kiwi has an insurance policy. Very few know what's happening behind the scenes at the companies they trust to pay out when it matters.Paul Johnston, CEO of Tower, joins Joseph Shuker on the Opening Bell podcast. Tower has been around for 155 years and has spent the last decade transforming how it operates, going from legacy systems to a cloud based platform and simplifying hundreds of products down to just 14.Paul talks about how the insurance industry is changing, what it looks like to serve customers across every demographic, how Tower is using AI and technology to make the experience faster and more personal, how they're adapting to more frequent and more severe weather events, and where he sees the industry heading next

Cinema isn't dying. It's being upgraded, and a Kiwi company is right in the middle of it.Stuart Dickinson, CEO, and Susan Peterson, Chair of Vista Group, join Joseph Shuker on the Opening Bell podcast. Vista Group is a New Zealand company whose software powers almost half the world's cinemas. From booking your ticket to the operations behind the screen, its technology runs the show.Stuart and Susan talk about the cloud transformation reshaping their business, how the cinema experience is evolving beyond just watching a film, what it takes to stay relevant as a tech company for 30 years, and why they believe the best days of moviegoing are still ahead.

Before a product reaches you, it has to be made, stored, and shipped. The buildings where that happens are a bigger part of the economy than most people realise.Craig Peirce, Chief Finance and Operating Officer at Property for Industry, joins Joseph Shuker on the Opening Bell podcast. PFI is an industrial property company listed on the NZX, owning more than 90 properties valued at over two billion dollars. Warehouses, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities for some of the biggest names in New Zealand business.Craig talks us through why their recent two hundred million dollar bond raise came in oversubscribed, what goes into turning ageing industrial sites into modern Green Star buildings, how industrial property stacks up against residential as an investment, and what thirty-two consecutive years of growing dividends says about the business.

From data centers and renewable energy to airports and telco, the infrastructure behind tomorrow's economy doesn't build itself.Jason Boyes, CEO of Infratil, joins us on the Opening Bell podcast. Infratil is one of New Zealand's largest listed companies, investing in infrastructure businesses across the world. Data centers in Australia and the UK, renewable energy in the US, Wellington Airport and One NZ here at home.Jason talks about the decision to invest in data centres and renewable energy long before the AI boom, how they build a portfolio that balances reliable cash flow with forward looking bets, knowing when to cut an investment that isn't working and learning from mistakes, and a project that could see solar energy shipped from an Indonesian island into Singapore.

With volatile markets back in the headlines and the global landscape shifting fast, one of the world's biggest asset classes is quietly becoming one of the most interesting. Sachin Gupta, portfolio manager at PIMCO, joins us on the Opening Bell Podcast to talk about the case for global fixed income right now, what the current geopolitical situation means for inflation and interest rates, and how New Zealand investors should be thinking about bonds as part of a balanced portfolio. He is joined in studio by Blake Etheridge, senior portfolio manager at Smartshares, who adds a local perspective on where New Zealand sits in the current global picture.Together they cover why the bond market is more interesting today than it has been in a generation, how to think about the inflation risks ahead, and why a globally diversified fixed income allocation matters more than ever for Kiwi investors.Disclaimer: Smartshares Limited is the issuer and manager of the Smart Exchange Traded Funds and the SuperLife range of managed investment schemes. The product disclosure statements are available at smartinvest.co.nz and superlife.co.nz/legal. 

Global trade is the largest commercial arena in the world, and the technology behind it is changing fast.Andrew Balgarnie, Chief Strategy Officer at TradeWindow, joins us on the Opening Bell podcast to talk about the NZX listed trade and logistics software company helping some of New Zealand and Australia's biggest exporters and freight forwarders get their goods out to the world. We talk about what's driving their growth, their push into the Australian market, and a new AI powered product that could change the way goods move across borders.This podcast was recorded 17 March.

Markets are moving, headlines are noisy, and investors are looking for a steady hand to help make sense of it all.Stuart Williams, Managing Director of Amova Asset Management New Zealand, has spent close to 30 years navigating financial markets through some of the biggest shocks in modern history. In this episode, Stu talks us through how the current geopolitical situation compares to past crises, why he believes New Zealand's economic settings are stronger than they might appear, and where he's seeing real opportunity across equities and bonds.We also get into the KiwiSaver contribution increase, what it means for investors, and why it could be a game changer for New Zealand markets long term.

New Zealand's tech ecosystem is evolving faster than ever, and in this episode we sit down with one of the people at the very heart of it.Marian Johnson, Chair of the NZ High Tech Trust, gives her take on the state of Kiwi tech in 2026. From the sectors leading the charge including aerospace, clean tech, biotech and AI, to why New Zealand's unique "go global from day one" mindset sets us apart on the world stage, Marian brings a perspective that is both globally informed and deeply rooted in New Zealand.We also get into the much anticipated NZ High Tech Awards, what makes them special, what surprises her every year, and why she calls it the Oscars of the New Zealand tech industry.Entries for the NZ High Tech Awards close 5pm on 2 March 2026. The Gala Dinner takes place Friday 22 May. To enter or grab tickets before they sell out, head to hitech.org.nz

In the latest episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, we are joined by Brett Mitchell, Executive Director of Minerals Exploration Limited, to discuss the renewed focus on New Zealand gold.With the company now listed on the NZX, Brett shares why former producing mines are back in focus, how changing market conditions are reshaping mining opportunities in NZ, and what lies ahead as exploration activity ramps up.

In the latest episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, we are joined by Mark Freeman, Managing Director and CEO of Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC).AFIC is a publicly listed investment company on the NZX, offering investors exposure to a broad portfolio of predominantly Australian and New Zealand companies through a long term, buy and hold approach.Mark shares a clear and disciplined perspective on long term investing, what defines a quality company, and why volatility can create opportunity for patient investors.The conversation also covers navigating market uncertainty in 2025, separating signal from noise in areas like AI and crypto, and how a consistent investment framework helps guide decisions across local and global markets.Mark also shares his outlook for 2026 and what he is keeping an eye on. 

In this episode of the Opening Bell Podcast, we speak with Steve Orenstein, Founder and CEO of Locate Technologies.Steve shares the early story of Locate Technologies, from identifying a simple problem to building a platform now used by businesses worldwide. We talk about the process of developing a business, from attracting customers, to getting feedback, to promoting the end product.We also explore Locate’s move from the ASX to the NZX and the thinking behind becoming the first NZX-listed company to adopt a Bitcoin treasury strategy. Steve explains why he believes Bitcoin will play a meaningful role in the company’s future and how it fits into their approach to technology and value.Disclaimer:This podcast is for general information only and is not financial advice. Please seek guidance from a licensed financial advice provider before making investment decisions. 

In this episode, we sit down with PaySauce founder and CEO, Asantha Wijeyeratne, to explore how a customer-first mindset has shaped one of New Zealand’s most innovative companies. What began with helping farmers with minimum-wage compliance challenges has grown into a platform supporting small and micro-businesses across the country.We discuss how PaySauce builds technology around real customer problems, why word of mouth has become a powerful driver of their growth, and how simplicity remains core to their product design. Asantha also shares his approach to expansion into Australia, including why local insight and customer engagement are critical as the company enters a new market.

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 the way food and drinks are kept safe, and their ambitions to expand further into major markets overseas.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and is not financial advice. Please seek guidance from a licensed financial advice provider before making investment decisions. 

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 that bring hope for the future.You can support the Cancer Society this Daffodil Day here - https://daffodilday.org.nz/

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. 

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.  

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. 

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.

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 course can pay off.

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. 

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!

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. 

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. 

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 economy, this episode has plenty of insights and takeaways. 

 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. 

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 sector.NZX - Dairy ToolsNZX, New Zealand's Exchange- ReportsSGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar 2024 - Singapore Exchange (SGX)

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. 

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 listen if you want to understand what’s next for NZ’s energy landscape!

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 waters, this is the perfect podcast for you! 

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

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 – 29 August in Auckland. If you would like to find out more, click here: Home | Building Nations

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. 

On Thursday, 25 June 2024 we were proud to welcome our next listing, Santana Minerials to the NZX! Santana Minerials has an exciting pipeline ahead, as an exploration company focused on developing the Bendigo-Ophir Golf project in Central Otago, New Zealand.Want to know more about what this entails? Tune in to our next NZX Opening Bell podcast, where Chief Executive Damian Spring discusses the project and how they're using the foreign exempt pathway to attract Kiwi investors interested in supporting sustainable mineral exploration in New Zealand.

Join NZX Commercial Manager Cristina Alvarado as she delves into the future of the dairy industry with renowned expert Jeremy Hill. As Fonterra's Chief Science and Technology Officer, Jeremy shares insights on dairy's evolving role in nutrition, sustainability goals, and innovative developments in dairy science and technology.First up, Cristina and NZX Dairy Analysts Lewis Hoggard and Rosalind Crickett give an update on the outcome of the Synlait Shareholders meeting and Fonterra volumes ahead of GDT Event 360.

In this episode of NZX’s Opening Bell, we speak to Fisher & Paykel Healthcare’s Chief Operating Officer, Andy Niccol as part of our healthcare theme. As a company that has driven innovation in healthcare technologies for over 50 years, we learnt more about the company’s growth and their key to success as a Kiwi company on a global stage.  

AFT Pharmaceuticals is a great example of Kiwi ingenuity - growing from foundations in a garage in 1998, to selling its products in 70 countries across the world today. The teams drive? Using innovation to make a real difference to people's lives. For our June podcast series, focused on health, it was a pleasure to talk to AFT Pharmaceutical’s Co-Founder and Chief Executive, Dr. Hartley Atkinson on the company’s growth and aspirations for the future. 

"Sometimes people think innovation is a separate team, but I think the best companies - a lot of the best ideas come from people throughout the organisation... We do a lot of thinking about how we can harness their ideas." Gentrack's Chief Technology Officer, Mark Rees joined us on our NZX Opening Bell Podcast for tech month to discuss the importance of innovation within the tech industry and how they foster ideas within the organisation. 

It was wonderful to have TradeWindow's Andrew Balgarnie back in the studio for our tech month to talk about how TradeWindow is progressing in providing end-to-end digital trade to leading global brands in dairy, meat, seafood, horticulture, timber, manufacturing and freight forwarding.

Lights, camera, action! As strong movie enthusiasts, it’s awesome to hear how Vista Group's Stuart Dickinson and Matthew Liebmann have turned their passion to profession, as they explain how Vista Group provides tech solutions to the global film industry to bring people together to experience the magic of movies and cinema. 

With sustainable fishing being incredibly topical at the moment, what better way to finish our sustainability podcast series than by talking to Carl Carrington and Ben Rodgers at New Zealand King Salmon!? Carl and Ben talk about how their company has learned to work and adapt with climate change for ideal growth of their salmon, as well as exciting opportunities ahead, such as Blue Endeavour.  

Earlier this month we were proud to welcome our first listing for 2024, BeingAI to the NZX! BeingAI is a company at the forefront of bringing groundbreaking technology to business operations. In such an exciting era for the team, we spoke to the company’s Chair Sean Joyce and CEO David McDonald about the inspiration for the company, why they listed on the NZX and their exciting future ahead. 

In this episode of The Opening Bell, we hear from Adam Davis, Co-founder of Farrer Capital Management, on the recent resurgence of interest in agricultural commodities trading. Adam delves into the drivers behind this trend, the impact of climate change on agricultural markets, emerging trends and sectors within the commodity market, and the significant challenges facing the global commodity market today. 

At Bremworth, sustainability is intricately woven into all aspects of the company’s fabric. We were joined by the company’s CEO, Greg Smith to discuss the inspiration and opportunity to take the transformative leap to focus purely on wool carpets and rugs and how they’re working hard alongside their customers to go good together.

Now more than ever sustainability is front of mind for both investors and companies. As we delve into our sustainability podcast series this month, we had the privilege of chatting with Hannah Taylor, Head of Sustainability at Chorus. Hannah shares invaluable insights and trends shaping the sector, including the latest developments in mandatory climate change reporting for listed companies.

In this episode of the Opening Bell, NZX's James Atkinson is joined by William Loux from US Dairy Export Council, and James Robertson from Fonterra for a panel discussion on the export dynamics in the dairy industry. James and William cover global milk supply, and challenges around weakening Chinese demand, as well as a shift in consumer preferences, dietary trends, and where the opportunities lie for growth and innovation in the dairy market. 

Seeka’s CFO, Nicola Neilson joins us to talk about what got her initially interested in the finance industry, the role senior leaders need to play in influencing change in gender pay and equal opportunities, and how Seeka is working towards closing the gender pay gap.

Continuing our spotlight of female leaders within the capital markets, it was a pleasure to have a conversation with Anna Scott, CEO of Smartshares. We discussed what got her into the finance industry, what it means to be a female leader and her first six months as CEO. As a mentor for others, Anna shares insights into the importance of remaining adaptable and, rather than sticking to a five-ten year plan, figuring out what you love doing, and what you're good at doing, and building on that. 

Interested in a career in finance?  For our next Opening Bell podcast, Craigs Investment Partners Head of Strategy, Hannah Gillespie joins us to discuss her journey within financial markets and what her role as Head of Strategy entails. Hannah also talks to the diversity of career opportunities within the sector and how a successful career in markets doesn’t need to begin with studying finance, rather a ‘give it a go’, problem solving attitude.