In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask (and team) sit down with Brendan Malone, CEO and Managing Director of Raiz Invest Ltd (ASX: RZI), for a strategic, no-nonsense discussion on how a scaled consumer fintech actually operates. Together, they unpack: – Raiz’s true business model and unit economics – Why engagement and FUM matter more than headline customer growth – Product strategy across Invest, Kids, Plus and Super – AI, advice and compliance realities (not hype) – Capital allocation, moats and leadership under ASX pressure If you love learning about fintech, investing platforms and business fundamentals, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! This is a sponsored episode of The Australian Investors Podcast, as Raiz is a long-term educational partner of Rask. Follow us on Instagram (rask.invest) and TikTok (rask.invest) for more investing insights. Topics Covered with Brendan from Raiz: – Raiz’s origin story and early strategic trade-offs – How Raiz actually makes money today – Unit economics: ARPU, LTV, CAC and operating leverage – Why Plus, Kids and Super are growing faster than core Invest – Public vs private: the realities of being ASX-listed – AI coaching vs advice and where the red lines sit – Moats, competitive threats and capital allocation discipline – What long-term investors should really watch Resources for This Episode – Raiz Invest investor centre and ASX disclosures: https://investorhub.raizinvest.com.au/ – Raiz product suite: portfolios, Super, Kids and Plus: https://raizinvest.com.au/ ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @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. You should consider whether the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #Investing #Finance #AustralianInvestorsPodcast