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ASX hits new high; cost of power generation soars; Trump grows Guantanamo Bay

30 Jan 2025

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Friday 31 January 2025 The local share market hits a new record high.  And more, including: The cost of generating electricity in Australia soar...

Interview: Responsible investment is growing - but not without challenges

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Responsible investing in Australia continues to climb, with demand from institutional investors a key driver of growth. But concerns about greenwashin...

Afternoon Report | Bank lead ASX to new high

30 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Rates set to fall after inflation slows, wine exports mixed news, when to buy a cheap airfare

29 Jan 2025

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Thursday 30 January 2025 Interest rates in Australia could fall as soon as next month after inflation slows sharply.  And more, including: Forei...

Interview: Why this economist says we don't need a rate cut

29 Jan 2025

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Inflation has fallen to its lowest level in three years, piling more pressure on the RBA for an interest rate cut in February.But Warren Hogan, M...

Afternoon Report | Hopes soar for rate cut

29 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Chinese start-up slices markets; I-Day for rates; AFL fights for bigger slice of wagering pie

28 Jan 2025

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Wednesday 29 January 2025 A Chinese start up creates a much cheaper competitor to Chat GPT, sending share prices on Wall Street and the ASX tumbling.&...

Interview: DeepSeek has rattled markets. Here's what investors think.

28 Jan 2025

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The emergence of Chinese AI company DeepSeek has rocked markets, with almost $US600 billion wiped off the market cap of US chipmaker Nvidia.Roger Mont...

Afternoon Report | China start-up spooks markets

28 Jan 2025

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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's the difference between headline and underlying inflation?

28 Jan 2025

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Listener Arabella asks: You guys talk about headline inflation and underlying inflation. Can you give a simple explanation of the difference betw...

Hopes rate cuts are on the way, banks dole out cash, Trump tariffs begin

27 Jan 2025

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Tuesday 28 January 2025 Hopes are rising that a low inflation reading, due out tomorrow, could trigger a cut in interest rates next month.  And m...

'We were always very ambitious': Inside Airwallex's spectacular growth

27 Jan 2025

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Airwallex is a remarkable Australian success story. Founded in 2015 in Melbourne, the payments company has grown to a valuation of $US5.6 billion, wit...

Albanese and Dutton campaigning, super needs to look after oldies, NYC solves traffic snarls

26 Jan 2025

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Monday 27 January 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton move into campaign mode ahead of a federal poll tipped to be...

Sunday feature: The Aussie EVs tackling dirty, dangerous jobs

25 Jan 2025

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Guest: Julian Broadbent, founder and CEO of Applied EV Original air date: July 11, 2023 There's been a lot of hype around self-driving vehicles, ...

Interview: Why PwC thinks things are looking up for Aussie companies

25 Jan 2025

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Australian business leaders are increasingly optimistic about the economic outlook, with a growing number planning to increase headcount over the next...

The Weekend Edition | 25-26 Jan 2025

24 Jan 2025

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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 ...

The Week Ahead | 27 Jan 2025

24 Jan 2025

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This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight i...

Afternoon Report | PM supports Paris Agreement

24 Jan 2025

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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 would anyone invest in crypto?

24 Jan 2025

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Listener James asks: I don't think I've actually heard a clear case for why anyone would want to invest in cryptocurrency (other than 'number go ...

Myer gets Premier brands, airlines still late, record low wellbeing for Aussies

23 Jan 2025

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Friday 24 January 2025 Major changes in the Australian retailing landscape as Myer buys several well known brands, and Rivers announces it will close....

Interview: Trump is surrounded by billionaires. Will their companies benefit?

23 Jan 2025

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A host of billionaires and company CEOs were front and centre at the inauguration of US President Donald Trump.Josh Gilbert, market analyst at eToro, ...

Afternoon Report | Airline bailout

23 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Trump tax threat on Aussies, Qantas overhauls FF, Netflix hits 300m subscribers

22 Jan 2025

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Thursday 23 January 2025 Donald Trump threatens to double the tax rate paid by foreigners, including Australian individuals and companies, operating i...

Interview: Catch is closing. Will Amazon kill other Aussie ecommerce?

22 Jan 2025

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This week Wesfarmers announced it will shut down its online marketplace Catch. Catch and other Australian ecommerce sites are under pressure from the ...

Afternoon Report | ASX jumps

22 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Trump wields big changes, business failures surge, downside to weight loss drugs

21 Jan 2025

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Wednesday 22 January 2025 Donald Trump signs a swathe of executive orders reversing US policy on energy, the environment, tax and electric vehicles, w...

Interview: Five scams targeting Australian businesses this year

21 Jan 2025

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First, the good news. Australians lost less money to scammers in the last year than they did the previous year. But the bad news is that the number of...

Afternoon Report | Trump ascension hits markets

21 Jan 2025

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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 a petrol price double whammy on the way?

21 Jan 2025

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Listener Ryan asks: As you know the AUD/USD has been going down (losing around 10% since the start of October). And now with oil prices going up ...

President Trump wastes no time, strong super returns, Star Entertainment teeters

20 Jan 2025

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Tuesday 21 January 2025 Donald Trump becomes the oldest person to ever be sworn in as President of the United States, as the US readies itself for a b...

Interview: The pros and cons of Trump for markets

20 Jan 2025

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Financial markets are bracing for impact as Donald Trump is inaugurated as President for a second time. Dr Shane Oliver, chief economist and...

Afternoon Report | Market tension ahead of Trump

20 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Trump inauguration spooks markets, Rio-Glencore talks, Tik Tok goes dark in the US

19 Jan 2025

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Monday 20 January 2025 Global financial markets are on edge ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump tomorrow morning, Australian time.   A...

Interview: The big question for investors in 2025

19 Jan 2025

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Asset allocation can be one of the biggest challenges for investors, deciding how much to put into local stocks, international stocks, bonds, cash, cr...

The Week Ahead | 20 Jan 2025

19 Jan 2025

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This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight i...

Inside the Aussie F1 supplier you've never heard of

18 Jan 2025

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You may never have heard of PWR Holdings. But this Australian company is a supplier to most F1 racing teams, as well as ultra-luxury vehicle makers li...

Finding opportunities in the travel and leisure sector

17 Jan 2025

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The travel and leisure sector has recovered very well since the pandemic. So where now are the opportunities for investors?Brian Han, Director of Equi...

Afternoon Report | ASX falls; Rio merger talks

17 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Jobs surge pushes back rate cut, PM welcomes Israel-Hamas deal, Biden’s farewell

16 Jan 2025

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Friday 17 January 2025 A bumper jobs report pushes out the timing of an interest rate cut.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanes...

Interview: Why JB Hi-Fi is one of the world's best retailers

16 Jan 2025

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JB Hi-Fi's share price has been defying gravity over the last couple of years. So can it continue? Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden,...

Afternoon Report | Jobs and ASX surge

16 Jan 2025

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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 ...

RBA under pressure on rates, Canberra-Moscow relations fall, too many people are obese

15 Jan 2025

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Thursday 16 January 2025 Falling household spending puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates.  And more, including: Relations be...

Interview: Investing in Aussie tech stocks

15 Jan 2025

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The Aussie tech sector has been home to some impressive success stories - think WiseTech Global and Xero. So what's to come for this sector, and how d...

Afternoon Report | Mixed day in markets

15 Jan 2025

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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 ...

Rent relief, finally; Qantas runs into SpaceX debris; burger giant opens in Aust

14 Jan 2025

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Wednesday 15 January 2025 Finally some relief for renters across the country, with growth rates in rents now flat across the capital cities.  And...

Interview: Ozempic & Wegovy have arrived. Here's what it means for investors.

14 Jan 2025

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GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are some of the biggest developments in global health in years.Steve Wheen, Managing Director, Equity Research at ...

Feds spend $3b to ‘finish’ NBN, big bank share prices fall, Myer reports poor Xmas sales

13 Jan 2025

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Tuesday 14 January 2025 The federal government announces another $3b for the NBN, saying it will enable most homes and businesses to fully access high...

Interview: Is cheap jewellery a good investment?

13 Jan 2025

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Lovisa stores are a common sight in any big shopping centre across the country. But how should investors think about Lovisa as a company?Gaurav Sodhi,...

A$ lowest since pandemic, rate cut tipped next month, Star in doldrums

12 Jan 2025

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Monday 13 January 2025 The Aussie dollar hits its lowest level since the pandemic.  And more, including: Economists think that weaker than expe...

Interview: Six overseas stocks you may not have considered

12 Jan 2025

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All investors are familiar with Apple, Tesla, Nvidia and the rest. So we've gone in search of some other international stocks that might be worth a lo...

Why investors are buying classic Ferraris

11 Jan 2025

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Classic cars are great to look at, even nicer to drive - but can you make money from them?Stefan von Imhof from alternative investing community alts.c...

Domino's vs GYG vs KFC

10 Jan 2025

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Guzman y Gomez made a big splash in 2024 when it listed on the ASX. At the same time, Domino's Pizza is under pressure, and KFC owner Collins Foods is...

Investing in Aussie tech stocks

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Aussie tech sector has been home to some impressive success stories - think WiseTech Global and Xero. So what's to come for this sector, and how d...

Five tips to sort out your super

10 Jan 2025

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Looking for a New Year's resolution? Get your super organised. Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment adviser Stockspot, gives Sean Aylmer...

Picking the opportunities in small cap stocks

09 Jan 2025

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Small companies on the ASX can provide some exciting opportunities if you know what to look for.Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Manageme...

Investing in China - where are the opportunities?

09 Jan 2025

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China's economy is experiencing a slowdown, and it may bear the brunt of a trade war with the US. But amidst all of that, are there opportunities for ...

This analyst's three stocks to watch in 2025

08 Jan 2025

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Grady Wulff, Market Analyst at Bell Direct, gives Sean Aylmer three stocks to watch in 2025.This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All in...

Clear skies ahead for Qantas investors?

08 Jan 2025

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After a turbulent few years, Qantas has bounced back, with its share price hitting new records in 2024. Is it clear skies ahead now for Qantas investo...

The global economy under Trump 2.0

07 Jan 2025

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This month, Donald Trump will be sworn in again as the US President. What happens next could have a profound effect on the global economy and financia...

Is the market overvalued?

07 Jan 2025

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The ASX spent much of last year at or near record highs, led by the record-setting Commonwealth Bank. So is the market overvalued? Roger Montgomery, f...

Why investors still have faith in lithium

06 Jan 2025

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Lithium prices have been held down by a flood of supply on the global market. But lithium still has many supporters, unlike nickel, which can't find a...

Top property trends to watch this year

06 Jan 2025

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What do buyers, sellers and investors need to be know before jumping into the property market this year?Alice Stolz, National Property Editor at Domai...

The battle of the grocery giants

05 Jan 2025

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Coles and Woolworths didn't have a great 2024, headlined by claims of price gouging and sham specials. Will the next 12 months be any better, and what...

Your local arcade could be sitting on a goldmine

04 Jan 2025

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Pinball machines are an arcade classic... but did you know some of them can be worth a small fortune?Stefan von Imhof from alternative investing commu...

Sum of parts investing - why it pays to break a company down

03 Jan 2025

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Sum of the parts valuations can be a very useful tool for investors, looking at the value of individual components within a larger company.Brian Han, ...

Gold's had a glorious run - can it shine in 2025?

03 Jan 2025

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The gold price soared in 2024, and some of the biggest winners were Australia's gold miners.Shaun Weick, Senior Investment Analyst at Wilson Asset Man...

Investing in an AI world

02 Jan 2025

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AI has changed the world - and it's presented plenty of opportunities for investors too.Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Mont...

Why this 135 year old company is now a disruptor

02 Jan 2025

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James Hardie may be known to many for its history involving asbestos products - but it has become a very modern global operator in building supplies.G...

Healthcare stocks from CSR to Cochlear

01 Jan 2025

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The ASX is home to some very long-term performers in the healthcare sector - think CSR and Cochlear - as well as some more recent arrivals.Steve Wheen...

Five ETFs to watch in 2025

01 Jan 2025

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Exchange Traded Funds or ETFs have boomed in recent years. Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment adviser Stockspot, gives Sean Aylmer fiv...

What will interest rates do this year?

31 Dec 2024

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It's hard to invest without an understanding of what the local economy's doing. Fear & Greed's resident economist Stephen Koukoulas gives Sean Ayl...

Building a portfolio vs building a sports team

31 Dec 2024

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There are many ways to build an investment portfolio - so why not model it on a sports team?Brian Han, Director of Equities Research Australia New Zea...

How this analyst sees BHP, Rio & Fortescue's future

30 Dec 2024

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BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue are some of the biggest companies on the local sharemarket. It's all been about iron ore - but as demand shifts, so do th...

Three stocks you might have missed

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When investing, a great way to start your research is by listening to people who do it for a living. Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Man...

Can property prices keep climbing?

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The property market in 2024 was less of a two-speed market, and more like a three or four speed market, with the mid-tier capitals like Perth and Adel...

Olympics vs weight loss drugs vs Titanic pocket watch

28 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate the best good news story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://fearandg...

Interest rates & inflation vs jobs vs government spending

27 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top economic story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://fearandg...

What does 2025 hold for investors?

27 Dec 2024

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2024 was a big year for investors. So can we expect more of the same in 2025?Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Inve...

IR reform vs nuclear power vs Albo losing his mojo

26 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top political story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://fearand...

Investing in the big three: Microsoft vs Nvidia vs Apple

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wall Street used to be about the Magnificent Seven. Now it's just about the three giants: Apple, Nvidia and Microsoft, all worth more than $US3 trilli...

Rise of CBA vs bank boss changes vs corporate governance

25 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top local corporate story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://f...

Love music? You can invest in it too.

25 Dec 2024

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Music is big business - even more so in recent years, with artists like Justin Bieber, Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen selling their catalogues for hu...

Elon Musk vs commodity prices vs rise of AI

24 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their favourite story from the year, the gift that keeps on giving - and choose a winner.Fin...

After a record-breaking year, can 2025 do it again?

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 has been quite the year - local and international markets set records, as did gold, and Bitcoin, and more.Grady Wulff, Market Analyst at Bell Dir...

Global elections vs China's slowdown vs return of Trump

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top international story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://fea...

Three mid-cap stocks to consider

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logistics company Brambles, glass bottle manufacturer Orora and waste business Cleanaway - three very different companies, but three fascinating stori...

Sharemarket records vs end of Magnificent 7 vs Bitcoin booming

22 Dec 2024

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Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top markets story from the year - and choose a winner.Find out more: https://fearandgr...

Sunday feature: This Aussie company's share price is up 900% this year

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Mesoblast founder Silviu Itescu Original air date: March 9, 2022 ASX-listed biotech Mesoblast is spoken about a lot on Fear and Greed due to it...

The Weekend Edition | 21-22 Dec 2024

20 Dec 2024

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 | Weak end to trading

20 Dec 2024

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 a Santa rally?

20 Dec 2024

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Listener Ruth asks: A couple of times recently I've heard a Santa rally mentioned. Is this a formal thing? Is there a definition / criteria? Or i...

ASX tumbles on inflation fears, Mesoblast’s 50pc jump, sashimi for Xmas

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 20 December 2024 The local share market tumbles as global inflation fears increase.  And more, including: Bio-pharmaceutical group Mesob...

Interview: All the pieces of Australia's economic puzzle

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia is heading for a decade of budget deficits on the back of big spending by governments. But public spending is also the only thing keeping us...

Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles

19 Dec 2024

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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 ...

Big deficits for a decade, $A hits new low for 2024, Nissan & Honda merger talks

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 19 December 2024 Australia is heading for a decade of budget deficits on the back of big spending by governments.  And more, including: ...

Interview: The app solving the biggest bugbear of small business

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To grow a small business, you’ve got to master so many individual skills. And sole operators are doing it all themselves: the bookings, the invo...

Afternoon Report | ASX closes down

18 Dec 2024

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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 ...

Healthcare, tech lead in ’24; $2.2b deal in trouble; ABC’s new commercial boss

17 Dec 2024

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Wednesday 18 December 2024 Healthcare and tech stocks lead the way on the ASX in 2024.  The $2.2bn sale of parts of Perpetual’s business to...

Interview: The new fund leading the charge on gender equality in Australia

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Female investment managers consistently outperform men - yet only 19% of portfolio managers in Australia are women.But a new fund is aiming to challen...

Afternoon Report | Market rallies

17 Dec 2024

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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 ...