The Long Term Investor’s Playbook - AFIC's Mark Freeman Returns

The Long Term Investor’s Playbook - AFIC's Mark Freeman Returns

December 17, 2025 · 25 min

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Mark Freeman discusses long term investing and the characteristics of quality companies.

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 crea...

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