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Marcus Today members guide
Essential steps for success
Make the most of your membership
From daily updates to expert insights, follow these steps to make the most of your membership.
Start each weekday by signing in to the Members Hub.
Here you’ll find:
Overnight: Your first glance at overnight markets.
Market Strategy: Marcus’s daily take.
Henry’s Take: Small-cap insights and trading ideas.
ASX Today: Key moves shaping the day ahead.
Fresh, informed commentary that goes beyond the headlines.
On the left-hand side, explore the Strategy, Growth, and Income portfolios.
Each hub includes:
Latest updates and portfolio commentary
Recent trades and holdings
Option to subscribe to trade alerts
On the right-hand side, catch our daily Market Updates (Mon–Fri):
Pre-Market Report & Podcast – Published by 9:30am AEST
Midday Report – Quick market snapshot
End of Day Report & Podcast – Posted at 5pm AEST with key highlights
Available in the Hub around 12:30pm AEST, the Members Podcast features Marcus and Henry discussing:
Stock ideas
Daily market trends
What’s coming next
Perfect if you prefer to listen on the go.
Visit the Education Corner to expand your investing knowledge.
Updated a few times a week with articles and video tutorials covering key investing concepts and strategies – designed for self-directed investors who want to sharpen their edge.
Make the most of our tools in the top navigation bar:
Stock Box
Weekly Diary
Spreadsheets
- Market Monthly
Market Strategy
Timing the Market
Daily insights from Marcus on trends, stocks, and asset shifts. Published Tue–Fri at 12:30pm AEST.
Henry’s Take
Ideas & Insights
Henry highlights small and mid-cap opportunities in his Small Cap Portfolio. Updated around 10am AEST with clear, practical analysis.
Education Corner
Expand Your Knowledge
Expert articles and guides from Marcus and the team to build your investing skills and confidence.
ASX Today
Rolling Australian Stories
Breaking ASX news, earnings, and data with expert takeaways. Updated in real-time throughout the day.
See how we're investing
Follow our model portfolios in real time. What we’re buying, selling and holding, and the thinking behind every move.
Strategy
A market-timing portfolio using ASX-listed ETFs to capture trends and reduce downside during major corrections.
Return Since
Inception P.A
FY 25
Return
Income
Focused on reliable income from large-cap Australian companies, backed by consistent earnings, strong dividends and franking credits.
Return Since
Inception P.A
FY 25
Return
Invest your way with our research
Market updates
Stay up to date throughout the trading day with reports and podcasts covering pre-market, midday and end of day.
Pre-market podcast
A concise summary of overnight market developments from Henry Jennings – designed to prepare you for the day ahead.
Pre-market report
Available by 9:30am AEST, covering overnight global markets with additional detail and key takeaways.
Midday report
A snapshot of the market halfway through the day, covering sectors, movers and intraday trends.
End of day podcast
A recap of the day’s key events – designed to fit into your evening routine.
End of day report
Available at 5pm AEST, summarising the Australian market and key developments to prepare for the next trading day.
Pre-Market Podcast
Pre-Market
A summary of key events and developments that occurred overnight in global markets. Offering insights into how these might impact the Australian market when it opens.
ASX Today
A daily overview of the Australian stock market's performance, including key market movements, top-performing stocks, and important news.
End-Of-Day
A concise wrap-up of the day's market activity, highlighting major movements, key stock performances, and significant news, along with insights on what to watch for moving forward.
End-Of-Day Podcast
FAQ
Find answers to our most commonly asked questions here. From using the platform and accessing features to learning more about our service, this section provides helpful information for both current and prospective members.
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General FAQ
Marcus Today is Australia’s top investment newsletter for self-directed investors. Founded by financial expert Marcus Padley, it delivers clear, honest insights to help you navigate the stock market. With daily updates on stocks, trends, and strategies, Marcus Today gives members the tools to make informed investment decisions.
Yes, you can try Marcus Today before subscribing. We offer a 14-day free trial that provides full access to our member content, including market insights, portfolio ideas, and educational materials. No credit card details are required for the trial.
To start your free trial, visit our Trial Sign-Up page.
Marcus Today offers flexible subscription options to suit your needs:
- 1-Month Membership
- 6-Month Membership
- 1-Year Membership
- 2-Year Membership
Explore the plans and find the one that works best for you. Visit our Sign-Up page to learn more and subscribe.
Trial Questions
Your login information is sent to your registered email address when you first sign up. This includes your username (usually your email) and a temporary password.
If you can’t find the email:
- Check Your Spam/Junk Folder: The email might have been filtered.
- Reset Your Password: Use the “Forgot Password?” option on the login page to set a new password.
If you’re still having trouble, contact us at info@marcustoday.com.au or call 0458 009 821 for assistance.
To access the Marcus Today Members Hub:
Visit Our Website: Go to marcustoday.com.au.
Click ‘Login’: Located at the top right corner of the homepage.
Enter Your Credentials: Input your registered email address and password.
If you’ve forgotten your password, click the ‘Forgot Password?’ link on the login page to reset it.
No, signing up for a subscription after your trial is entirely up to you. When you sign up for a free trial, no credit card details are required, so you won’t be charged automatically.
However, please note that you won’t be able to start another free trial immediately after your first one ends, as we have a cool-off period in place.
If you enjoy your trial and want to continue, you can easily subscribe via our Sign-Up page. We’re here to help if you have any questions!
Subscribing after your trial is easy:
- Visit the Sign-Up Page: Go to our Sign-Up page to view the available subscription options.
- Choose Your Plan: Select the plan that best suits your needs.
- Complete Payment: Follow the prompts to enter your payment details and activate your subscription.
- Turn On Auto-Renew: Ensure you enable auto-renew to lock in your current rate and avoid future price increases.
If you need assistance, contact us at info@marcustoday.com.au or call 0458 009 821, and we’ll be happy to help.
Members Questions
To receive portfolio alerts, simply go to the Portfolio Hub pages and select “Notify Me.” Once enabled, you’ll be alerted via email at 9:30 AM whenever there are changes or updates to the portfolios.
It’s a quick and easy way to stay informed about portfolio activity without constantly checking in.
The Members Podcast will appear on the Members Hub panel under Market Strategy or Henry’s Take on Mondays once it’s available. It’s typically released between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM each day, so keep an eye out for it during that time.
If you’re unable to login, it might be due to one of the following reasons:
Membership Status: Your subscription may have expired or is inactive. Please log in to your account to verify your membership status. If your subscription has lapsed, you can renew it through your account settings.
Login Issues: Ensure you’re logged in with the correct credentials. If you’ve forgotten your password, use the “Forgot Password?” link on the login page to reset it.
Technical Glitches: Occasionally, browser issues can affect content display. Try clearing your browser’s cache or accessing the newsletter from a different browser or device.
If you’ve checked these factors and still can’t access the full newsletter, please contact our support team at info@marcustoday.com.au or call 0458 009 821 for further assistance.
With the new update, we’ve streamlined the ‘newsletter’ into a clear, organised, all-in-one financial platform. Here’s how it works:
Expert Insights: The key content, like Henry’s Take, Market Strategy, and other expert insights, is now centralised in the Members Hub, giving you quick access to the good stuff.
Market Updates: Updates like the Pre-Market Report, ASX Today, and the End-of-Day Report will appear in the Market Updates panel on the right. These turn blue when they’re ready to view, so you know exactly when to check in.
Portfolio Updates: Portfolio updates are flagged with a red exclamation mark in the Members Hub, letting you know when there’s action you need to take or key changes to review.
We’ve designed this new structure to organise the chaos of the old newsletter, making it clearer and easier for you to find what matters most, when you need it. Whether you’re starting your day with a podcast or checking portfolio updates, everything is now at your fingertips.
Our content is released throughout the day to keep you updated:
- Market Updates: Begin appearing in the Members Hub from 9:00 AM, starting with the Pre-Market Report and Podcast.
- Expert Insights: Key sections like Henry’s Take are usually published from 9:45 AM, and Market Strategy is typically available by 12:30 PM.
- Members Podcast: Published by 1:00 PM, offering in-depth analysis and commentary.
- Emails:
- Morning Email: Sent before 10:00 AM.
- Midday Email: Sent before 1:00 PM.
- End-of-Day Email: Sent around 5:00 PM.
For a detailed guide on how to access all content, visit our Members Guide. This will help you navigate the Members Hub and stay on top of all updates.
Staying updated with Marcus Today’s latest content is easy:
Check the Members Hub:
- Log in to the Members Hub to access all key insights, market updates, and portfolio changes in one place.
Follow the Market Updates Panel:
- Updates like the Pre-Market Report, ASX Today, and End-of-Day Report appear in the right-hand panel. These turn blue when they’re ready to view.
Portfolio Updates:
- Look for a red exclamation mark in the Members Hub, signalling important updates or changes.
Emails:
- We send three daily emails:
- Morning Email (before 10:00 AM)
- Midday Email (before 1:00 PM)
- End-of-Day Email (around 5:00 PM)
- We send three daily emails:
Notifications:
- Enable notifications to receive alerts when new content is published or portfolios are updated.
For a full guide on navigating the new platform, visit the Members Guide.
Video Tutorials
New to Marcus Today? Our video tutorials are here to help. Discover how to navigate the platform with ease, access expert content, and make the most of the powerful tools available to self-directed investors.
Introduction to New Members Hub
Portfolio Pages Walkthrough
Members Hub Walkthrough
Members Tools Walkthrough
Market Updates Walkthrough
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Thanks for all the wisdom Marcus Today shares. I always have the view that you guys don’t tell me what to do, but instead teach me how to think and what to look for in the markets, which is far more valuable.
I’ve been a happy Marcus Today subscriber for around 15 years, and I’m really enjoying the new website – especially the Members Hub. It’s cleaner, easier to use, and a great improvement. Thanks for continuing to make the experience even better.
Marcus’s ruminations are the most helpful part of the Marcus Today membership. His thinking aligns with my temperament, and I appreciate the openness in his reasoning, especially when it comes to broader market movements and how they’re navigated.
