Overview
Livewire Markets connects Australian investors with professional investment insights and data through two platforms, Livewire Markets and Market Index. It makes institutional-quality research available for free to over 1 million monthly users. Livewire Markets offers content from 500+ investment professionals, including podcasts, videos, articles, and live events, plus daily personalized email briefs. Market Index provides real-time ASX data and analytics, covering listed companies, ETFs, LICs, and REITs with professional-grade tools. The service differs from many rivals by giving broad access to high-quality, professional research at no cost, combining accessible analysis with real-time market data on one ecosystem. The goal is to level the playing field for all investors by providing the same quality insights that drive professional decisions, helping investors make smarter investment choices.
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What believers are saying
- Livewire Live 2026 ran in Sydney on September 22, proving event demand remains strong.
- The October 2026 site update shows fresh, frequent content and active audience engagement.
- Premium-event pricing and exclusive post-event content create monetization beyond standard advertising.
What critics are saying
- Distribution depends on continuous access to fund managers and sponsors, weakening if relationships sour.
- Australia's investing-media market is small; larger publishers can copy interview formats quickly.
- If event revenue slips, Livewire Markets lacks a clear software moat or subscription lock-in.
What makes Livewire Markets unique
- Livewire Markets combines editorial investing content with premium events like Livewire Live 2026.
- Tom McKay's team packages access to Australia's top fund managers, not generic market news.
- Audience ratings stayed high: Livewire Live scored 9.4/10 in 2025 and 9.2/10 in 2026.
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