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Woolies triggers price war; US & China cut tariffs; BHP’s Argentina bet pays off
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 13 May 2025 Woolworths says it’s cutting prices by ten per cent in a move that could trigger a price war in the supermarket sector. ...
Interview: How insurers make money, and what it means for premiums
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Hall, Chief Executive of the Insurance Council of Australia, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on the insurance industry. They cover everything from how ...
Afternoon Report | Pharma sold off
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
US-China talk tariffs; Melbourne beats Sydney auctions; Cold War satellite crashes
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 12 May 2025 The United States and China talk on tariffs, while fragile peace negotiations take place between India and Pakistan, and Russia and...
The Week Ahead | 12 May 2025
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's the wage price index and labour force data, as well as a look back at what happened last week in retail sales, and the US Fed leaving ...
Interview: Helping the 'missing middle' as they prepare for retirement
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Giacomo Tarantolo from UniSuper about the challenges faced by Australians approaching retirement. They discuss the increasing ...
The global toy giant you've never heard of
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pop Mart is bigger than Hasbro and Mattel - combined. The Chinese toy company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2020 and hasn't looked back.Fe...
The Weekend Edition | 10-11 May 2025
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find ...
Afternoon Report | Leadership, profits and take-overs
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Leadership battles for Libs, Greens; ANZ posts flat profit; Qantas confident on new planes
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 9 May 2025 The Liberal Party battles over its new leader, the Green loses its leader and the leader of Labor, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, ...
Interview: Why airfares are 'chaotic' as we enter the northern summer
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The tie-up between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia was supposed to increase competition, and reduce airfares for travellers. But as we enter the no...
Afternoon Report | Confession season continues
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why do companies do share buybacks?
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do companies decide when to do a share buyback? Why would they do that instead of paying or increasing a dividend?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael T...
NAB says rates will tumble; Dutton’s return to Canberra; law firm’s 24 hour workday
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 8 May 2025 National Australia Bank announces a solid half year profit and tips several cuts in interest rates. And more, including: Fo...
Interview: The world is full of conflict. Should the US step in?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The world seems like a very divided and dangerous place right now. India and Pakistan, Gaza, Ukraine, trade wars and more. But China and the US a...
Afternoon Report | Global hopes
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: What is stagflation and why's it so bad?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly is stagflation? And why is it so bad?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, ...
Big biz boosts Australia; Netflix avoids local taxes; consumer, building sectors struggle
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 7 May 2025 Big company bosses push Australia’s strong position in the global economy, highlighting big opportunities for the country.&...
Interview: What happens to the Liberals now?
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While the votes in many seats are still being counted, the result - at least for the Liberal party - couldn’t be more clear: the party is in ser...
Afternoon Report | Confessions season
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Who is Australia's Warren Buffett?
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Peter asks: Given the announcement over the weekend of the retirement of Warren Buffett, I have often thought, who is Australia's answer...
PM speaks to Trump, world leaders; Westpac profit disappoints; petrol prices set to fall
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 6 May 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he wants to immediately cut student debts by 20pc, as he spent his first full day back at work...
Interview: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller on his first 141 days in the job
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday Westpac reported a slight dip in first-half earnings, with an interim profit of $3.3 billion - down 1% on the same period last year. But few...
Afternoon Report | Deals and markets
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Albo’s housing and tax agenda; retail spending slows; Buffett retiring after 60 years
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 5 May 2025 Anthony Albanese emphatically returns to the lodge with housing stimulus, tax cuts and electricity rebates high on the agenda. ...
The Week Ahead | 5 May 2025
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fallout from the federal election, likelihood of interest rates cuts, household spending, job ads and more.Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas&...
Interview: Why this investor says the US is "a dangerous place to be operating"
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a chaotic month full of tariffs and market swings, we're now into confession season, when companies might tell investors that earnings and/or re...
Sunday feature: Got a spare billion? Buy a sports team.
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of Alts.coOriginal air date: May 10, 2024Original description: Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and R...
The Weekend Edition | 3-4 May 2025
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's election day at last - but is that a bigger story than the news this week on inflation and interest rates? Plus billionaires galore, from Jeff Be...
Afternoon Report | Election, markets and Wall St.
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Albanese set to beat Dutton; Minecraft saves Woolworths; weight training benefits
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 2 May 2025 Twenty-four hours away from election day and pretty much everything points to a Labor win. And more, including: Woolworths&rs...
Interview: The 'remarkable result' that saw home values rise in every city
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Home values increased in April, with a rise recorded in every capital city and regional market. But will an interest rate cut this month - and possibl...
Afternoon Report | Market peak
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: How do they count the votes?
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On election night, how are the votes counted?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, polit...
Rate cuts on the way after inflation data; home prices rise; Coles beating Woolies
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 1 May 2025 Interest rates set to fall after the country’s underlying inflation rate fell to its lowest point in three-and-a-half years....
Interview: Has the RBA slain the inflation dragon?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two years ago, inflation was at 7%. Now it's at 2.4%, with the RBA's preferred measure also now within the target band. So is inflation finally under ...
Afternoon Report | Inflation good news
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Politics & Stuff | 30 Apr 2025
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the lead-up to the federal election, join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson every week for a look at the latest in campaign news. This week, what we...
Woodside’s $27b bet on LNG; Packer sells Beverly Hills mansion; 100 days of Trump
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 30 April 2025 Energy giant Woodside will spend $27 billion developing an LNG plant in Louisiana in the south of the US, which would put it a...
Interview: Can ex-Virgin boss help Endeavour Group take off?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday former Virgin Australia boss Jayne Hrdlicka was announced as the incoming CEO of Endeavour, the hospitality group that owns Dan Murphy&rsquo...
Afternoon Report | Market peak
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why does a AAA credit rating matter?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's AAA credit rating is at risk from big-spending election promises. What is a credit rating, and why does it matter?Join Sean Aylmer & M...
Aust AAA rating threat; trade war hits ASX companies; TikTok’s pistachio nut craze
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 29 April 2025 Labor and the coalition under fire over big spending policies after a ratings agency warns on the country’s AAA status.&nb...
Interview: "China started this, and Trump has escalated it"
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just 100 days in the White House has seen US President Donald Trump shake up global trade in a huge way.The acknowledgement last week by the US that h...
Afternoon Report | Corporate bonanza
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is immigration good for the economy?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Immigration is a key battleground in the election campaign - but is it good or bad for the economy?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they ans...
Albanese, Dutton dash to the finish; housing sector stumbles; Europe airfares stay high
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 28 April 2025 With five days to go, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are in a mad dash to polling day and political experts say barring a disa...
The Week Ahead | 28 April 2025
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Quarterly CPI data, house price data, retail trade and more. It's a very big week ahead.Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major ...
Interview: Inside the shift from 60/40 to private alternatives
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Tom Cranfield, Executive Director at Zagga, about the rise of real estate private credit as a defensive asset. Tom explai...
Sunday feature: How David Bowie changed the future of music rights
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of Alts.coOriginal air date: October 5, 2023Original description: Justin Bieber apparently sold his catalogue for ...
Weekend Edition | 26-27 Apr 2024
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does the election campaign have what it takes to topple Donald Trump's backdown as the biggest story of the week? Plus a remarkable decision by Macqua...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is two-up only legal on Anzac Day?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why is two-up only legal on Anzac Day?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and...
Exit polls give ALP lead; BHP CEO search; the real meaning of Anzac Day
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 25 April 2025 Exit polls suggest there’s an early swing to the ALP in pre-polling. And more, including: BHP searches for a new CEO...
Interview: In the footsteps of the ANZACs
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This interview first aired on Anzac Day in 2023 Anybody who has visited Gallipoli will tell you what a moving experience it is. War historian Mat McLa...
Afternoon Report | Market rises
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why don't we ever talk about silver?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We always hear about gold. Why don't we ever hear about silver?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing...
Trump backdown; the rise & rise of CBA; IMF cuts growth outlook
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 24 April 2025 Donald Trump and his Administration start backing down on tariffs, cost cutting, and threats against senior bureaucrats. ...
Interview: How Merrick Watts broke out of comedy to be taken serious in business
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Merrick Watts made his name in comedy and radio, one half of the very successful duo Merrick & Rosso.More recently he was the winner of the gruell...
Afternoon Report | ASX jumps
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Politics & Stuff | 23 Apr 2025
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the lead-up to the federal election, join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson every week for a look at the latest in campaign news. This week, a big p...
Albanese v Dutton fight; Macquarie sheds investment business; EV’s 5 min charge
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 23 April 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton face off in the third debate with a focus on the cost-of-li...
Interview: Japan, Europe and global trade after tariffs
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly three weeks have passed since Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs, and two weeks since many of those tariffs were paused.Big challenges...
Afternoon Report | CBA saves market
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is productivity just working harder?
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is "productivity" just a fancy word for "work harder for the same money"?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business,...
ALP ahead of Coalition; 30,000 businesses with huge tax bills; hybrid v ICE
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 22 April 2025 The federal opposition pushes its law and order credentials, as polls show Labor increasing its lead in the race to polling day....
The Week Ahead | 22 April 2025
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What to make of last week's labour force data, and what to glean from the minutes of the Reserve Bank board (particularly what they tell us about inte...
Interview: The small business wish list for our federal leaders
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses in Australia are under extraordinary pressure right now, from rising costs in energy, rent and insurance, through to cyber attacks an...
Bonus interview: Investing in gold miners
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold is having an extraordinary run right now, with the price of the precious metal soaring to record highs.Shaun Weick, Senior Investment Analyst at ...
Albanese, Dutton election surge; rental growth still high; Bunnings looks at auto
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 21 April 2025 The two federal leaders gear up for the final run into the election. And more, including: Rental growth across the country...
Interview: Why private equity is looming large on the global investment landscape
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Private equity is a growing part of the global investment landscape, offering access to companies not listed on public markets. But selecting the righ...
Inside the $3.5 billion sale of the Pokemon Go phenomenon
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pokemon is one of the ten most valuable licenced brands in the world - and in 2016 it got a major boost with the launch of Pokemon Go, an augmented re...
Weekend Edition | 19-20 Apr 2024
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Federal politics vs the economy - it's a battle for the biggest story of the week. Plus sharemarket news, a pay rise for hundreds of thousands o...
Bonus interview: Investing in BHP, Rio Tinto & Fortescue
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a very turbulent month, it’s worth a closer look at the big miners. The outlook for BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue outlook is tied - by vary...
Jobs pick up, but rates cuts still on agenda; James Hardie battle; Easter truths
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 18 April 2025 The labour market bounces, but not enough to stop a rate cut in May. And more, including: Gold hits another record 21 big ...
Interview: 9 in 10 people worried about running out of super
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly nine in ten Australians aged over 45 are worried about running out of money in retirement.And yet only 12% of people have spoken to an expert i...
Afternoon Report | ASX rallies
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why's the AUD rising against the USD but not the euro?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Aussie dollar is rising against the greenback, but it's at multi-year lows against the euro, and not great against the pound either. Why is there ...
Leaders face off; pay boost for health, childcare workers; Qantas pushes into banking
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 17 April 2025 The federal leaders face off as the election temperature heats up. And more, including: The Fair Work Commission awards ...
Interview: Jennifer Westacott on Trump, politics & business
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Westacott spent nearly 13 years as CEO of the Business Council of Australia, and still holds positions within organisations like the Reserve ...
Afternoon Report | Market action
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Politics & Stuff | 16 Apr 2024
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the lead-up to the federal election, join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson every week for a look at the latest in campaign news. This week, we're f...
RBA open to rate cuts; Russian air force closes on Darwin; Guzman wins Mexican food war
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 16 April 2025 The Reserve Bank signals it is open to cutting interest rates if inflation is contained and Donald Trump’s trade wars hi...
Interview: Aussie investors are proving resilient in volatile times
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite market volatility, inflation pressures, and economic uncertainty, Australian investors are showing remarkable resilience.A new survey from HSB...
Afternoon Report | Calm reigns
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Can you explain government bonds in simple terms?
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Craig asks: Can you please explain (a Dummies Guide to) Government Bonds? I suspect many don't know what they are and I think I'm reason...
$5b gold merger; A$ on the rise; hospitality hit with insolvencies
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 15 April 2025 A $5 billion merger in the gold sector set to get the greenlight. And more, including: The Aussie dollar is on the rise a...
Interview: ‘America’s democracy won’t survive a second Trump term'
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump hasn't even been in the White House for 100 days, but he's certainly made his mark. His tariffs have wreaked havoc on financial markets, ...
Afternoon Report | Miners rebound
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Parties promise housing breaks, tax cuts; auction rates tumble; Prada buys Versace
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 14 April 2025 Federal Labor and the Liberal Party launch their election campaigns, promising tax cuts and big benefits for first home buyers.&n...
The Week Ahead | 14 April 2025
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What to make of last week's tariff backflip, and why the bond market was so important to the decision. Plus this week there's all-important labour for...
Interview: What one of Australia's top fund managers is watching
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Volatility on markets has opened up many opportunities for investors. And it's fascinating to hear from one of Australia's top fund managers about wha...
Sunday feature: Life aboard a superyacht
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Superyacht captain Brendan O'Shannassy Original air date: May 13, 2022 Original description: Superyachts are from another world altogether: aft...
The Weekend Edition | 12-13 April 2025
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest story is once again tariffs - but there are two sides to this story, and only one winner. Plus the election debate, some remarkable corpor...
Afternoon Report | Politics takes centre stage
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Should we panic about falling super balances?
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much should we worry about falling super balances? One popular Instagrammer shared a video of themselves checking their super balance, sparking a ...
ASX soars on Trump backdown; Virgin passenger refunds; Aussies urged to check passwords
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 11 April 2025 Global markets soar as Donald Trump delays the imposition of large tariffs for 90-days, but uncertainty about what happens next h...
Interview: Retail investors bought the dip - here's what they picked up
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Market volatility saw retail investors flood the market, hoping to buy the dip. Jon Howie, CEO of trading platform Stake, talks to Sean Aylmer ab...
Afternoon Report | Market craziness
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Special edition: Trump pauses tariffs, markets surge
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has announced a stunning backflip on tariffs, pausing tariffs on many trading partners around the world. The unexpecte...
Tariffs take effect hitting ASX; resort islands for sale; bank boss slams meeting habit
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Note: This episode was published before US President Donald Trump backflipped on tariffs. A special edition followed it, with an update on the decisio...