Right now, a week in markets feels like a long time! We are living through very strange times in markets ... the world is upside down and there is so much happening. From Inflation, to interest rate rises, Bryce and Alec have a chat about the volatility in markets around the world.Alec wraps this episode around an idea for an investment thesis that involves some of the largest companies on this spinning planet.*****Calling all bulls, bears and party animals. The market’s closed and the bar is open. Come and trade ideas at Australia’s biggest investing festival - Equity Mates' FinFest.With expert speakers and guests, DJs and booze, it’s an inspiring and empowering event for investors of any level of experience.Save the date - 15th October, 2022 Sydney - Head to equitymates.com/finfest to register your interest.Equity Mates' FinFest, powered by Stake*****Equity Mates is the #1 finance and investing brand for young and early investors and we are excited to partner with the ASX Game this year. Equity Mates has a league that you can join and play along with all of us and the Equity Mates Community. The ASX game gives you $50,000 in fake money where you can play n trade the ASX300 (the top 300 Australian stocks and ETF's). It's a fantastic way for you to test strategies, learn, and dip your toe in the markets ... without using your own hard earned cash.Click here for more info on the ASX Game 2022.*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Equity Mates Investing Podcast is a product of Equity Mates Media.All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Equity Mates Investing Podcast are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast or video. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Equity Mates is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.