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Afternoon Report | ASX closes flat
09 Oct 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...
Consumer sentiment rises, Android beats Apple, mega hurricane to hit Florida
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 9 October 2024 Finally sentiment is starting to rise with consumers increasingly confident about the economic outlook. 1215 Australians ...
Interview: Why these Aussie tech darlings are considered 'rare assets'
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WiseTech Global has been a real darling of the local stock market, with the share price of the tracking company surging on strong growth projections.D...
Afternoon Report | China disappointment send ASX lower
08 Oct 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 are the benefits of tax reform?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Darren asks: If a government needs - for example - $100 million to run, what difference does it make how it receives its income? What are the...
Rio bids for Arcadium Lithium, ASX hits near high, auction clearance rates tumble
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 8 October 2024 Rio Tinto is in talks to spend up to $9 billion on a major lithium miner. And more, including: The share market closes a...
Interview: The problem with young men in Australia
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has a problem with young men. There's a growing number of disengaged young males who are considered to be in the NEET cohort - Not in Employ...
IPO market in the doldrums, pro-Palestine protest peaceful, Zuckerberg wealth zooms
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 7 October 2024 The Australian IPO market struggles with listings at their weakest in 15 years. And more, including: Pro-Palestinian rallies...
The Week Ahead | 30 Sep 2024
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Interview: Why more investors are turning to ETFs
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian ETF assets sailed past the $200 billion mark earlier this year, with investors particularly drawn to index-tracking ETFs. But what role do ...
Sunday feature: The Aussie audio genius who made his fortune from microphones
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Peter Freedman, founder of RODE Microphones Original publication date: 26 February 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Peter Freed...
The Weekend Edition | 5-6 Sep 2024
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgr...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes week down
04 Oct 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: Will productivity save the economy?
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Bill asks: We keep hearing that productivity is the saving grace for the economy. Is that true?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as th...
IMF warns on govt spend, rates; hydrogen sector takes a hit, more ads for streamers
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 4 October 2024 The International Monetary Fund warns against too much government spending and supports higher interest rates in Australia. An...
Interview: Is this the end of the rental boom?
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After the steepest and longest rental surge in history, annual rent rises for houses have hit multi-year lows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth an...
Afternoon Report | Commercial property jumps
03 Oct 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...
Aussie rental boom over, special dividend companies, vintage shopping surges
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 3 October 2024 The rental boom in Australia might be over with rent increases across most capital cities stalling. New rules begin today ...
How much should you spend on renovations?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Renovating is expensive - but some rooms offer better bang for their buck. Here's how much you should look to spend, depending on whether you're renov...
Interview: The golden opportunity hidden in new super rules
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legislation before parliament will reduce tax concessions for people with more than $3 million in superannuation.Mary Delahunty, CEO of the Associatio...
Afternoon Report | Energy stocks rise
02 Oct 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...
Qatar buys 25pc of Virgin, govt to evacuate Aussies in Lebanon, radio ratings shock
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 2 October 2024 Qatar Airways will buy 25 per cent of Virgin, shaking up competition in international routes. The federal government is w...
Interview: What next for bank stocks after 'the great rotation'?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'The great rotation' last week saw investors shift out of bank stocks and into miners. So what happens now?Nathan Zaia, bank analyst at Morningstar, t...
Afternoon Report | Miners, banks fall
01 Oct 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: Why don't economists believe the RBA?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Charlie asks: Hi Sean and Michael, love the show. Why is it that the Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock says that interest rates won’t f...
House price growth tumbles, ASX hits a new record high, WFH over in 3 years
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 1 October 2024 House price growth in several major cities, including Melbourne, has stalled as the market cools on the back of ongoing high in...
Interview: Why this 100yo charity adapted faster than anyone to remote work
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When the pandemic arrived, Royal Far West - a charity about to mark its centenary - adapted remarkably quickly to remote work. That's because they wer...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new record
30 Sep 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...
BHP back to number one, auction clearance rates tumble, big super gets bigger
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 30 September 2024 BHP is once again the largest company on the share market, as resource stocks surge and banks fall back. Auction clearanc...
The Week Ahead | 7 Oct 2024
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Interview: What China's economic stimulus means for Aussie investors
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Beijing announced plans to stimulate the Chinese economy. The effects were global, and Australia felt it too.Matthew Kidman, Principal of Ce...
Sunday feature: AFL legend Paul Roos on the culture of winning teams
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Original publication date: 6 June 2021 Original description: Adam Lang speaks to Paul Roos, AFL legend and co-founder of Performance By Design, about ...
The Weekend Edition | 28-29 Sep 2024
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgr...
Afternoon Report | Miners roar
27 Sep 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: Why does trust matter?
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Mark asks: You’ve mentioned the Roy Morgan Trust Survey five or six times now, on social media and on the podcast. It was in reference to C...
PM under pressure on tax, energy, RBA warns on AI, Star gets bailout package
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 27 September 2024 The federal government is under pressure on potential negative gearing changes and energy rebates. The Reserve Bank warns...
Interview: Deathtech & lab-grown meat - these are Australia's top startups
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has a vibrant startup scene, from companies producing lab-grown meat, to 'deathtech', focused on end-of-life planning.Cayla Dengate, LinkedI...
Afternoon Report | ASX jumps
26 Sep 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...
Inflation moderating, Negative gearing changes back on, Treasurer heads to China talks
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 26 September 2024 Inflation is back in the RBA’s target band, but no rate cuts are on the horizon. And more, including: Negative gearin...
A bidder's guide to winning at auction
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auctions can be a very confronting part of the homebuying process. Should you open the bidding? Do you stand right in front of the auctioneer, or at t...
Interview: Inflation is cooling - so when will we see rate cuts?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Headline inflation came back into the target band last month for the first time in almost three years. But underlying inflation is still proving to be...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes down
25 Sep 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 ...
Rates on hold, Wong tells Aussies to leave Lebanon, US universities are big business
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 25 September 2024 The Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold and there’s little optimism about a cut anytime soon. The federal gov...
Interview: Who's starting SMSFs - and how much money is in them?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The self managed super fund sector in Australia is hitting new records, with more people choosing to start their own SMSF.Tim Steele, CEO of Class, ta...
Afternoon Report | Interest rates on hold
24 Sep 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: Could super be used to bring down inflation?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener David asks: With the fight against inflation, are there not more innovative ways to reduce consumer spending compared to simply lifting inter...
ASIC: Woolies, Coles misled customers, RBA board changes unlikely, EV prices fall
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 24 September 2024 The corporate cop sues Woolworths and Coles, claiming they misled customers by saying they were dropping prices when they we...
Interview: An investor's guide to the aviation sector
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a lot happening in aviation lately. Two airlines have collapsed, Qantas is still rehabilitating its image, there's talk of a Virgin IPO, ...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes lower
23 Sep 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 ...
PM pushes Biden on subsidies, home sales fall, dead celebrity business booms
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 23 September 2024 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes the US on subsidies for the local critical minerals industry supplying American firms....
The Week Ahead | 23 Sep 2024
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Interview: What to make of the ASX after multiple record highs
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week the ASX200 set several new records. It raises plenty of questions for investors, including what to do about the banks, resource giants, and ...
Sunday feature: The 24yo running a startup worth billions
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Robbie Ferguson, co-founder of Immutable Original publication date: 11 December 2020 Original description: NFTs - or non-fungible tokens - have...
The Weekend Edition | 21-22 Sep 2024
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgr...
Afternoon Report | Markets jump
20 Sep 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's the difference between a correction and a crash?
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Dave asks: Sean uses various terms for share price movements and I wonder which ones mean something and which ones are just to make more int...
Jobs surge to stop rate cuts, ASX hits new record, Tupperware goes bankrupt
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 20 September 2024 The labour market shows plenty of resilience with 47,500 new jobs created last month. And more, including: The share mark...
Interview: What the RBA will make of the Fed cut + unemployment rate
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a huge 24 hours for the global economy. First, the US Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by half a percentage point. Then local lab...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes at new high
19 Sep 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 ...
Huge protests over CFMEU, Rio plants 750,000 trees, Meta restricts children on Insta
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 19 September 2024 60,000 workers protest across the country as relations between unions and the government worsen. Big miner Rio Tinto an...
Four things every home buyer needs to know before making an offer
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Found the perfect property? Before you make an offer, follow this checklist to give yourself the best chance of success.Alice Stolz, National Property...
Interview: What your income could get you in regional Australia
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Considering a tree change? The Regional Australia Institute has just released its Good Life Guide, comparing regions and metropolitan areas around the...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits another record
18 Sep 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 ...
FTA deal eyes investing billions, funds management shake-up, WFH wanes
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 18 September 2024 The federal government announces its 19th free trade deal, this time with the United Arab Emirates, as it eyes off billion...
Interview: Business failures are rising - and it's going to get worse
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The rate of business failures is now at its highest level since January 2021, in the middle of the pandemic. Business payment defaults are also at rec...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new record
17 Sep 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: Why do we talk about Brent Crude?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Jonathan asks: I am aware of West Texas Intermediate oil and Brent Crude oil, but I was wondering is that it, or are there loads of other oi...
ASX heads to new record, airfares jump 12pc, fears over weight loss drugs
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 17 September 2024 The ASX heads towards a new record. And more, including: Airfares have jumped 12 per cent since Rex’s collapse Aucti...
Interview: What's a good interest rate right now?
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The official cash rate has been on hold since November last year. But lately, there's been a bit of movement in fixed rates, variable rates and term d...
Afternoon Report | Equities, gold rise
16 Sep 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 ...
Aust behind on renewables, 2 in 3 retirees financially behind, frequent flyer rankings
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 16 September 2024 Australia is likely to miss renewable energy targets by 2030, but the news isn’t all bad. And more, including: The Coal...
The Week Ahead | 16 Sep 2024
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Interview: Is it time for the small cap comeback?
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 was apparently supposed to be the year of the small cap. But here we are in September, and small caps are still broadly underperforming, with our...
Sunday feature: Three mates started a gin company - and sold it for millions
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Stuart Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars Original publication date: 11 December 2020 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Stuart Gregor...
The Weekend Edition | 14-15 Sep 2024
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgr...
Afternoon Report | ASX nears record
13 Sep 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 ...
Aged care sector overhaul, Joyce’s $3.4m for two months work, Rex accused of stealing planes
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 13 September 2024 The aged care sector is set for its biggest overhaul in 30 years. And more, including: Alan Joyce, the former boss of Qan...
Interview: Movie buff? Now you can invest in them too.
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Film financing would be one of the more unusual alternative investments we've discussed on this podcast.Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative in...
Afternoon Report | Best rally in 3 weeks
12 Sep 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: How do I get bang for my buck travelling overseas?
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Buster asks: What are the major factors that affect the strength of the Aussie dollar? What conditions would we need to see in order for me ...
RBA says labour market too hot, REA $11b bid rejected, Harris outpoints Trump
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 12 September 2024 The Reserve Bank says the local labour market is running too hot to cut interest rates. And more, including: REA’s $1...
Interview: What to make of the Presidential debate
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday Donald Trump and Kamala Harris went head to head for the first time. The debate had everything: wild statements, political sledging, and a s...
Afternoon Report | ASX ends lower
11 Sep 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 ...
Apple’s mega device re-launch, CBA hits new high, $35b dividend bonanza for shareholders
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 11 September 2024 Apple relaunches its phones, watches and AirPods with enhanced AI features, as part of its effort to end sliding sales. An...
Interview: Is Apple's new tech a gamechanger?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Apple revealed its new range of iPhones, fulling embracing artificial intelligence.Stephen Fenech, editor of TechGuide.com.au, talks Sean A...
Afternoon Report | Banks lead market higher.
10 Sep 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: Companies are leaving the ASX200. Should we worry?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Falgun asks: What is your take on the shrinking ASX 200 following the number of exits from big names in 2023-24? New IPOs are also not coming...
Good and ugly of the ASX200, Defence RC horror stats, how to become a politician
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 10 September 2024 The top 20 stocks on the ASX have diverged into two groups – the very successful, and the biggest losers. Horrendous fa...
Interview: How the UN is helping Aussie businesses do better
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The United Nations Global Compact Network Australia (UN GCNA) might sound like a mouthful, but it's doing vital work with Australian businesses. Not...
Afternoon Report | Banks finish lower
09 Sep 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 ...
Spring selling season kicks off, new calls for P/T workers, the banana revolution
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 9 September 2024 The spring selling season kicks off as the political fight over the Reserve Bank escalates. And more, including: New recomm...
The Week Ahead | 9 Sep 2024
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Lang and EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy discuss the major events, reports, and data releases that provide insight into the economy this week ...
Interview: After Nvidia's big plunge, what's next for AI stocks?
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week chipmaker Nvidia recorded the biggest ever one-day drop in market value, losing $US279 billion in a single session.Josh Gilbert, market anal...
Sunday feature: How this investor built a $10m portfolio, starting in his fifties
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
HOW DO THEY AFFORD THAT? is a weekly podcast produced by Fear & Greed, exploring ways to make your money work harder for you. Check out the full c...
The Weekend Edition | 7-8 Sep 2024
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Lang and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special gurst Tim Burrowes adjudicating.Find out more: ht...
Afternoon Report | Banks push ASX higher
06 Sep 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 ...
TPG-Optus deal gets green light, Bill Shorten retiring, SME owners’ stress surges
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 6 September 2024 A $1.6 billion deal between Optus and TPG could chip away at Telstra’s dominance. And more, including: RBA boss Michele B...
Interview: Inside the $300m corruption scandal that rocked Australia
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost 20 years ago, Australian Wheat Board Limited hit the headlines over a $300 million kickback scandal involving wheat, weapons and Iraqi dictator...
Afternoon Report | Uber raises billions
05 Sep 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: How is sentiment measured?
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Jacob asks: You were talking about consumer sentiment and business sentiment. How is it actually measured? I get measuring something like how...