Expat Chat Episode 165 - What awaits expats in 2026
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The episode discusses the economic and financial outlook for Australian expats in 2026, covering key themes and practical tips for financial resilience.
Welcome to Episode 165 of the #ExpatChat podcast and the first episode of the new year. Atlas Wealth Group Managing Directors Brett Evans and James Ridley look ahead to what 2026 could hold for Australian expats, covering the key economic, market, and financial themes to watch. In this episode, Brett and James discuss early geopolitical developments involving the US, China, Taiwan and Venezuela, and why markets have remained relatively resilient so far. They also break down Australia’s interest rate outlook, recent inflation data, and what potential RBA moves could mean for the Australian dollar and expats managing money across borders. The conversation explores expectations for markets in 2026, including low volatility, energy market risks, AI-related investment trends, and what these factors could mean for equities, earnings, and currencies. The episode wraps up with practical financial tips for expats, focusing on diversification, reviewing strategies, and building financial resilience for the year ahead. A timely and forward-looking episode designed to help Australian expats plan confidently for 2026. Links discussed in this episode: • The Expat's Handbook available for…
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