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Interview: How this city leapfrogged Melbourne to have the 2nd most expensive houses in Australia
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing sector has become a two-speed market, with big disparities between capital cities. House prices rose 0.8% across the country, bu...
Afternoon Report | Banks lead market
03 Jun 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 ...
Housing sector splits in two, Bunnings most trusted, China lands on the dark side of the moon
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 3 June 2024 Australia’s housing sector has become a two-speed market, with the smaller capital cities doing much better than the larger metro...
The Week Ahead | 3 June 2024
02 Jun 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 private credit has hit $US2.1 trillion - and how it manages risk
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to the IMF, last year the private market topped $US2.1 trillion globally in assets and committed capital. But what do deals in this space ac...
Sunday feature: Why you won't find Walmart in Australia
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Dr Kathleen Adams Original publication date: May 21, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr Kathleen Adams, marketing lecturer at ...
The Weekend Edition | 1-2 June 2024
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | Donald Trump found guilty
31 May 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 super heads to $4 trillion, Rinehart tops rich list, Queen music catalogue $1.5b price tag
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 31 May 2024 The Australian super sector closes in on $4 trillion just as workers get set to up their contributions. And more, including: C...
Interview: What 7 million people tell us about the cost of living crisis
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The cost of living crisis is still here - and the spending habits of seven million Commonwealth Bank customers show just how hard it's hitting househo...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new 3 week low
30 May 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 ...
Prices rise dampening rate cut hopes, Anglo American says no deal to BHP, OJ prices double.
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 30 May 2024 Annual inflation rises pushing out the timeline for interest rate cuts. And more, including: BHP and Anglo-American fail to re...
Interview: Why the Reserve Bank's job just got a little harder
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Economists expected monthly inflation to fall yesterday. Instead, it rose.EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about what it all me...
Afternoon Report | CPI data sends market lower
29 May 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 ...
Retails sales fall as rates bite, corp tax rate could fall, convenience stores boom
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 29 May 2024 Retail sales per capita have fallen to the lowest level in two years. The government floats the idea of a lower corporate tax...
Interview: BHP vs Lendlease - what happens when an Aussie business goes global?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week BHP's pursuit of global rival Anglo American comes to a head - at the same time as another Aussie company, Lendlease, winds back its interna...
Afternoon Report | Market slow as parliament resumes
28 May 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 ...
Lendlease abandons global strategy, Aust wary of trade war, women desert dating apps
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 28 May 2024 Property giant Lendlease abandons its international strategy in an attempt to resurrect the one-time bluechip. And more, includi...
Interview: Meet Don Meij, the man behind Domino's Pizza
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In October 2020, Domino's Pizza CEO Don Meij recorded this interview with Sean Aylmer from hotel quarantine. It's a fascinating insight into a company...
Afternoon Report | Property co’s lead ASX higher
27 May 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 ...
Crunch week for BHP, auction market gets into a rhythm, the ‘unknown’ $US91b man
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 27 May 2024 It’s crunch week for BHP’s $75 billion bid for Anglo American, and the South African government might be the wildcard. And mo...
Interview: After a sideways run, what's in store for the local market?
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The S&P/ASX200 has had a good run, nearing record highs last week. It comes after a bit of sideways movement over the last few months. But what li...
The Week Ahead | 27 May 2024
26 May 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...
BONUS: How Do They Afford That?
25 May 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 fu...
The Weekend Edition | 25-26 May 2024
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles
24 May 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 $74b bid rejected, PM launches battery strategy, warnings on big bank fees
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 24 May 2024 Anglo American rejects a $74 billion bid from BHP but leaves the door ajar for more talks. And more, including: Prime Minister A...
Interview: Why immigration matters to the economy
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Immigration has become a big political issue once again. But it has a massive impact on the economy too.Carlos Cacho, Chief Economist at Jarden Austra...
Afternoon Report | Miners lead market lower
23 May 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 ...
Plane turbulence to worsen; Telstra shares slump; Melbourne, Sydney top cities to live
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 23 May 2024 Experts warn of more turbulence when flying, due to climate change, in the wake of the Singapore Airlines incident on Tuesday nig...
Interview: See that billboard? That industry is now worth $1.2b
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
82% of us leave home each day, and that's where out-of-home advertising comes in. Billboards, the sides of buses, even the little screens at the petro...
Afternoon Report | Passenger dies from turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight
22 May 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 ...
Good news on inflation, Telstra to cut 10pc of jobs, domestic airfares could fall
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 22 May 2024 Consumers plan to save their Stage 3 tax cuts, which could help keep inflation lower. And more, including: Telstra to axe alm...
Interview: When investing, corporate Australia and the environment collide
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is home to over 10% of the world’s biodiversity. But we’re second globally for biodiversity loss, and have the highest rate of decline i...
Afternoon Report | ASX remains close to record
21 May 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 ...
Hard Rock looking at Star, ASX inches toward record high, PM on high alert
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 21 May 2024 Bidders come looking for Star Entertainment. And more, including: The local sharemarket comes close to a record high. Prime M...
Interview: "Looks old, walks old, talks old" - the big problem for Biden
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If the US election was held today, Donald Trump would be heading back to the White House. So why is Joe Biden losing support, even among Democrats?Bru...
Afternoon Report | ASX heads towards record
20 May 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 ...
Super funds set for bumper year, banks on notice, ultra-rich club grows
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 20 May 2024 Super funds are set for a bumper year, despite a slight hiccup last month. And more, including: ASIC puts banks on notice for ma...
Interview: The lithium bubble burst. Are investors still interested?
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, lithium prices fell around 80%. But the critical mineral is still set to play a major role in the shift to a cleaner economy.Gaurav Sodhi, ...
The Week Ahead | 20 May 2024
19 May 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...
Sunday feature: Death threats and Royal Commissions
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Investigative reporter Adele Ferguson Original recording date: Dec 10, 2020 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Adele Ferguson, investi...
The Weekend Edition | 18-19 May 2024
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | Market ends week higher
17 May 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 ...
Unemployment jumps, RBA warns rent and prices to stay high, Aristocrat bingo
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 17 May 2024 A combination of a surge in the unemployment rate and lower inflation in the US, combine to send share markets soaring. And more,...
Interview: This is the future of technology
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI and virtual reality have been the tech buzzwords of the last few years. Add in quantum computing, and the future of technology is here.Stephen Fene...
Afternoon Report | Rate cut hopes spur markets
16 May 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 ...
Budget is inflationary, wages growth slows sharply, meme stocks keep running
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 16 May 2024 The experts have spoken: the federal budget is inflationary and won’t help the push to cut interest rates. Wages growth slow...
Interview: Confused about meme stocks? Here's what you need to know.
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2021 shares in GameStop, a struggling chain of video game shops in the US, soared from around $US18 to almost $US500 - a result of online hype, lar...
Afternoon Report | Budget, index winners push market higher
15 May 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 ...
Energy relief, surplus in fed budget, BHP’s 2nd Anglo bid rejected, meme shares re-appear
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 15 May 2024 Jim Chalmers announces another budget surplus and billions of dollars in cost of living relief And more, including: BHP’s sec...
Interview: Fear & Greed's budget analysis with Stephen Koukoulas
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last night Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the federal budget, forecasting a surplus of $9.3 billion. There's cost of living relief, including $300...
Afternoon Report | Markets quiet ahead of budget
14 May 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 ...
Business conditions worsening, Treasury optimistic about inflation, McDonald’s rules
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 14 May 2024 Businesses are feeling the brunt of the economic slowdown, with trading conditions getting tougher. The Federal Treasury is opt...
Interview: What Aussies REALLY think about our banks
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australians are wary of our banks going cashless too quickly. We also think banks should protect us from scammers, and support us if we become a victi...
Afternoon Report | Market flat ahead of budget
13 May 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 ...
Will budget boost inflation?, radio deal collapses, tech directors sell shares
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 13 May 2024 It’s federal budget week and the big unknown is whether federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers can keep a lid on inflation. The bigges...
Interview: The best and worst of Wall Street
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As earnings season wraps up in the US, it's a good time to look at the winners and losers on Wall Street.Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social invest...
The Week Ahead | 13 May 2024
12 May 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...
Sunday feature: This chilling ransomware audio proves cybercrime is big business
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Darren Hopkins and Shane Bell, cyber partners at McGrathNicol Advisory Original air date: Oct 27, 2022 Original description: Cybercrime - and r...
The Weekend Edition | 11-12 May 2024
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | ASX up 1.5pc for week
10 May 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 ...
Cost-of-living crushes retail stocks, CBA’s profit falls, scientists discover new hot planet
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 10 May 2024 Retail stocks tumble as shoppers stay away. Commonwealth Bank announces a drop in profit Albanese Government adopts a new gas ...
Interview: Buying a sporting team isn't just for Hollywood stars
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made headlines (and a Netflix show) with their purchase of Welsh football team Wrexham. But they're ...
Afternoon Report | Markets fall on retailers
09 May 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 ...
Qantas gets its groove back, KKR $2.2b bid for Perpetual, tough times at Disney
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 9 May 2024 Qantas finally gets back to pre-COVID capacity with strong demand for seats at the front end of the plane. Private equity group...
Interview: Could this be the answer to the housing crisis?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is still in the midst of a housing crisis. House prices have risen for 15 consecutive months. Rents are soaring. Demand is outstripping supp...
Afternoon Report | Market ends flat
08 May 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 higher, rates on hold; ANZ joins buyback club; Trump threatened with gaol
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 8 May 2024 The Reserve Bank ups its inflation forecasts and interest rates are set to stay on hold for the foreseeable future. And more, i...
Interview: Westpac's Luci Ellis on interest rates, inflation, and the new Reserve Bank
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday the Reserve Bank left interest rates on hold, but significantly revised its inflation forecast.Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis takes Sean...
Afternoon Report | Rates on hold
07 May 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 ...
Qantas to pay $120m for ghost flights, Westpac profit tumbles, cinemas in strife
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 7 May 2024 Qantas agrees it misled passengers and will pay $120 million in fines and reparations for customers. And more, including: Concer...
Interview: New Optus boss has a big job to do
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Optus is getting a new CEO: Stephen Rue, current head of NBN Co, is jumping across to Australia's number two telco later this year.Paul Budde, telecom...
Afternoon Report | ASX200 ends higher
06 May 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 ...
RBA bias to hike rates, hybrids beating EV sales, largest ASX failure ever gets closer
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 6 May 2024 The Reserve Bank board is likely to move to a tightening bias when it meets on interest rates tomorrow. The Federal Government an...
Interview: Banks are reporting results. Here's what to watch.
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NAB last week reported a 13% drop in first half cash profit to about $3.6 billion. A big decline - but it came after a stellar result last year.Carlos...
The Week Ahead | 6 May 2024
05 May 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...
Sunday feature: The ecommerce company started in an Aussie garage
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Kate Morris, founder of Adore Beauty Original air date: March 30, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Kate Morris, founder of Ador...
The Weekend Edition | 4-5 May 2024
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | ASX higher for the week
03 May 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 ...
NAB’s profit tumbles, Woolies warns of tough times, Starbucks suffers as instant coffee booms
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 3 May 2024 National Australia Bank reports a sharp drop in profit. And more, including: The boss of Woollies warns of tough times ahead for ...
Interview: How to get the most out of your frequent flyer points
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recently Qantas announced a major overhaul of its Frequent Flyer program, introducing Classic Plus to add about 20 million reward seats.Steve Hui, aka...
Afternoon Report | Banks lead market higher
02 May 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 ...
Telstra, Woolworths shares lag; Canberra money for DV; Australia’s $200m home
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 2 May 2024 Telstra, Woolworths and Woodside among the worst performing stocks over the past year. And more, including: The Federal governm...
Interview: Busting five myths of private credit
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Private credit is a hot topic for investors right now. With more people considering the asset class, it's a perfect time to bust a few myths around pr...
Afternoon Report | Markets fall as rates dominate
01 May 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 ...
Bonza airline collapses, retail trade pressures RBA, house prices rise for 15th month in a row
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 1 May 2024 Bonza airline goes into administration, stranding thousands of passengers. Retail sales fall, putting pressure on the Reserve ...
Interview: This expert gave Bonza a 5% chance of survival. He was right.
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, Australia's newest airline Bonza went into voluntary administration.Went the airline first announced its plans to launch, international avi...
Afternoon Report | Markets up
30 Apr 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 ...
Star dumps chair; Optus, TPG do deal to take on Telstra; Sydney shock jocks hit Melbourne
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 30 April 2024 The board of Star Entertainment dumps the gaming group’s chairman. And more, including: Optus and TPG do a billion dollar d...
Interview: Where did Star Entertainment go so wrong?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday Star Entertainment Group lost its Executive Chair, as the company continues to face its second gaming inquiry in NSW. Compare that to Crown ...
Afternoon Report | Market reclaims losses
29 Apr 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 ...
Rate fears can’t dampen auctions, BHP expected to lift bid, record price for Titanic watch
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 29 April 2024 The threat of higher interest rates fails to dull the housing market. And more, including: National Cabinet to meet, with a fo...
Interview: Ever considered investing in a pub or marina?
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Commercial real estate is much broader than just office towers, which have had an ordinary run post-COVID. Julian Biggins, joint CEO at global altern...
The Week Ahead | 29 April 2024
28 Apr 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...
Sunday feature: Before BHP, this was Australia's biggest deal
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Anthony Eisen, co-founder and co-CEO of Afterpay Original air date: August 16, 2021 Sean Aylmer speaks to Anthony Eisen, co-founder and co-CEO ...
The Weekend Edition | 27-28 April 2024
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find o...
Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles on US growth
26 Apr 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 bids $60b for UK miner; no rate cuts this year; Qantas, Virgin finally arrive on time
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 26 April 2024 BHP makes a $60 billion bid for UK miner, Anglo-American. And more, including: Economists and traders now think there is littl...
Interview: A lap of the map in an EV
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does a lap of Australia in an EV tell us about the challenges facing the industry?Trent Nikolic, Managing Editor of Drive.com.au, is doing the l...