Investing amongst chaos: top ASX reports from 2026

Oil surges after US–Iran tensions escalate, Magellan merges with Barrenjoey, Netflix walks away from a mega deal, and we break down reporting season highlights from Block, Woolworths, Apple and more. In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss: – US–Iran conflict and what it means for oil prices, inflation and markets – Magellan’s merger with Barrenjoey and what it means for investors – Netflix stepping away from the Warner Bros deal – Reporting season highlights: Block, Woolworths, Apple, NAB and more If you love learning about investing, markets and portfolio strategy, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Investors podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest Show partner resources Visit TermPlus to learn more https://termplus.com.au/?utm_source=rask&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=investors&utm_term=general&utm_content=video Rask Resources All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest We love feedback! https://raskau.typeform.com/to/ZbfHy6IP Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rask.invest TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg