Season 14 Episode 25

Wendy Myers on defining your risk profile and investment style

28 May 2026 · 18:35 min

In this episode of Business Talk, Michael Avery speaks to Wendy Myers – Head of PSG Securities about the most important question in investing: what kind of investor are you? Before selecting shares or chasing market themes, Myers explains why defining your risk tolerance, financial capacity and… time horizon is essential to building a portfolio you can stick with through market volatility.

The conversation explores the difference between active and passive investing, discretionary versus non-discretionary portfolio management, and how investor psychology often determines long-term success more than stock selection. Myers unpacks why understanding yourself is the true starting point of any investment strategy — and how aligning your portfolio with your temperament can help you stay disciplined and focused on your goals. Show more