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Afternoon Report | Star shares plummet
27 Sep 2023
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 ...
Tech leaders back Voice, ChatGPT learns to talk, homes break solar records
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 27 September 2023 Australia’s top technology leaders declare their support for the Yes campaign. Also today: Victorian Premier Daniel A...
Interview: These are the top startups in Australia in 2023
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every year professional networking platform LinkedIn assesses the start-up scene in Australia to produce its Top Startups List. LinkedIn Australia’s...
Afternoon Report | Daniel Andrews resigns as Premier
26 Sep 2023
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 ...
Petrol to lift inflation, HESTA fights male-heavy boards, Lego bins recycled bricks
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 26 September 2023 Rising petrol prices are causing havoc for inflation and for airlines. Also today: A major super fund is going to fight b...
Interview: From start-up to acquisition, with a few bumps along the way
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Market Index is a website that serves as a portal to the Australian stock market. But it’s also an example of a fantastic Australian success story -...
Afternoon Report | Tech helps ASX edge up
25 Sep 2023
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 ...
Skills passports for Aussies, Amazon to stream ads, artificial wombs a step closer
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 25 September 2023 Australians are getting a new passport, but this one will tell employers what your skills are, not where you’ve visited on ...
Interview: IPOs, tech stocks and crypto - an investor's guide to Wall Street
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a run of IPOs on Wall Street, and they've thrown up some interesting results.Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eT...
The Week Ahead | 25 September 2023
24 Sep 2023
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 - Sunday feature interview with Gus Worland
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Gus Worland, broadcaster and founder of Gotcha4Life Original air date: February 11, 2022 In the time it takes to listen to this interview, 37...
The Weekend Edition | 23-24 September 2023
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
23-24 September 2023 Jennifer Duke and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam La...
Afternoon Report | Politicians react to Murdoch succession
22 Sep 2023
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 ...
COVID-19 inquiry launched, Rupert Murdoch steps down, Pizza Hut orders hacked
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 22 September 2023 Anthony Albanese launches a COVID-19 inquiry that will define how the nation and businesses deal with future pandemics and cr...
Interview: This global investment giant is the #1 farmland manager in the world
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nuveen is one of the world’s largest investment managers, with $US1.1 trillion in assets under management. It's also the largest manager of farmla...
Afternoon Report | ACCC blocks two companies
21 Sep 2023
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 ...
Jobs plan to spark migration stoush, new Airbnb tax, $30k loss for quick flip homes
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 21 September 2023 The Federal Government’s Employment White Paper is expected to spark a stoush over housing and migration. Also today: ...
Interview: Inside the company that had a 23% share price spike in one day
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week the share price of Aussie biotech company Starpharma jumped 23% in one day, after very positive interim clinical trial results for its new c...
Afternoon Report | Qantas paid Alan Joyce $21.4m
20 Sep 2023
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 ...
OECD’s global warning, homeowner confidence lifts, El Nino officially declared
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 20 September 2023 The OECD unveils gloomy new forecasts for the global economy, warning the world is heading for an economic slowdown. Als...
Interview: Could your car pay for its own parking?
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Payments technology is leaping ahead, much of it driven by advances by Apple with their Apple Pay offering. But Australia has always been quick to mov...
Afternoon Report | New Hope records $1.1B profit
19 Sep 2023
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 ...
Companies on notice over cyber hacks, unions seek RBA revolution, CEO pay rises soar
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 19 September 2023 The corporate watchdog has warned major businesses that it will come after board directors and executives who are unprepared...
Interview: How construction sectors challenges are changing your wait for a tradie
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who’s tried to get a tradie over the last couple of years would know it’s not always easy. There was a surge in demand for home improvemen...
Afternoon Report | Global tech falls
18 Sep 2023
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 ...
Big test for housing, Qatar Airways breaks silence, Subway’s 3-inch sandwich
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 18 September 2023 A big test for housing as supply surges and more homeowners come off ultra-low fixed rate loans. Also today: Qatar Airways...
Interview: Why are investors so interested in cash ETFs right now?
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a surge of interest in cash ETFs recently.Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment advisor Stockspot, talks to Jennifer Duke ab...
The Week Ahead | 18 September 2023
17 Sep 2023
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 - Sunday feature interview with David Brown
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: David Brown, host of Business Wars, one of the world's most popular podcasts. Original air date: November 22, 2020 In this week's feature in...
The Weekend Edition | 16-17 September 2023
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
16-17 September 2023 Jennifer Duke and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam La...
Afternoon Report | All sectors up
15 Sep 2023
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 ...
Shock rise in jobs, Myer sales dip, Chinese EVs face inquiry
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 15 September 2023 An extra 65,000 people found employment in August in a shock sign of strength in the labour market. Also today: Busy weeke...
Interview: CBA Chief Economist rejects wild claims about job losses & economic pain
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unemployment in August held steady at 3.7%, with an extra 65,000 people finding themselves in work. But earlier this week, property developer Tim Gur...
Afternoon Report | Miners boost ASX
14 Sep 2023
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 ...
High Court blow for Qantas, developer’s frank jobs call, US food giant’s Aus buying spree
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 14 September 2023 Qantas takes another hit after losing a High Court appeal. Also today: US food giant Lamb Weston continues its Aussie bu...
Interview: 100 million hours on hold proves customer service is broken
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to a recent study, last year Australians spent an extraordinary 100 million hours on hold, waiting for customer service. But a new associati...
Afternoon Report | Tech stocks struggle
13 Sep 2023
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 ...
Confidence plummets, $20k energy incentives, Guzman Y Gomez readies for IPO
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 13 September 2023 Consumer confidence has come to a screeching halt with big implications for business. Also today: Gina Rinehart’s Han...
Interview: The family pastoral company leading the charge on sustainability
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Agriculture plays a hugely significant role in Australia’s economy; at the same time, it's also a major contributor to our greenhouse gas emissions....
Afternoon Report | ASX up, Energy stocks down
12 Sep 2023
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 ...
$10b housing bill wins support, $A could rally, super funds supercharge lobbying
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 12 September 2023 Federal Labor has managed to get the Greens’ support for its $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund by promising an ext...
Interview: Despite all the AI noise, ChatGPT stalls
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite so much hype around AI and ChatGPT in particular, business adoption of the technology hasn't changed in the last two years. So what's causing ...
Afternoon Report | A late recovery for ASX
11 Sep 2023
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’s G20 agenda, NAB sues YNAB, China squeezes out of deflation
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 11 September 2023 Anthony Albanese joins world leaders at the G20 where the war in Ukraine, climate change and trade deals top the agenda. A...
Interview: The sectors and stocks this investor is watching after reporting season
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Reporting season is all wrapped up, and it’s a good time for investors to take a look back at the results and the comments made by management.Sam Ko...
The Week Ahead | 11 September 2023
10 Sep 2023
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 - Mumbrellacast
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fear & Greed is very excited to be working on the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. Ther...
The Weekend Edition | 9-10 September 2023
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
9-10 September 2023 Jennifer Duke and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lan...
Afternoon Report | A shaky trading week
08 Sep 2023
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 ...
Lowe’s final say as RBA boss, ASIC sues PayPal, property market tops $10 trillion
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 8 September 2023 Philip Lowe uses his final speech as RBA Governor to call for a fix on housing affordability and productivity. Also today: ...
Interview: It's time to close the gap on super
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Women retire with 25-35% less super than men. And there's rising rates of poverty and homelessness among older women.Shannon Nutter, Head of Vanguard...
Afternoon Report | ASX's worst day in weeks
07 Sep 2023
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 ...
Economy up 0.4%, shareholders question Voice donations, ATO warns small business
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 7 September 2023 The economy held up over the June quarter but we’ve entered a per capita recession. Also today: Shareholders are demand...
Interview: "If we have a recession next year, it'll be the consumer that drags us there"
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian economy expanded 0.4% over the June quarter, and it’s up 2.1% on an annual basis.AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina unpacks th...
Afternoon Report | ASX down, Qantas rebounds
06 Sep 2023
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 keeps rates on hold, Qantas CEO exits early, China no longer going to outgrow US
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 6 September 2023 RBA Governor Philip Lowe keeps rates on hold in his last meeting on the job. Also today: Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has pressed...
Interview: Meet the Aussie company that starred in Apple's virtual reality display
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When tech giant Apple launched its new Vision Pro virtual reality headset, it featured an Australian company's invention, suddenly seen by millions ...
Afternoon Report | ASX flat after rates decision
05 Sep 2023
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 ...
Alan Joyce’s bonus backlash, spending plummets, Barbie wins box office
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 5 September 2023 Anger around Qantas grows, with calls for Alan Joyce’s multi-million dollar bonuses to be axed. Also today: Reserve Bank...
Interview: Seeing the funny side of tax
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Research from accounting software company Intuit Quickbooks suggests one in three SMEs consider tax time one of the most stressful times of the year. ...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes higher
04 Sep 2023
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 ...
China-Australia relations thaw, second referendum floated, employers who underpay to be jailed
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 4 September 2023 A three year freeze in Australia-China discussions is about to come to an end. Also today: Australians could face a second ...
Interview: Why this $US1.2 trillion asset manager is doubling down on Australia
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the largest asset managers in the world is expanding its presence in Australia.Louise Watson, Managing Director, Country Head Australia & ...
The Week Ahead | 4 September 2023
03 Sep 2023
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?
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep #48: Free flights? Business class? It's all in the points This is the ultimate guide to using points to fly. Join Canna Campbell - a financial pl...
The Weekend Edition | 2-3 September 2023
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2-3 September 2023 Jennifer Duke and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang...
Afternoon Report | Energy sector given a boost
01 Sep 2023
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 ...
Gig economy overhaul, ACCC sues Qantas, property market surges into spring
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 1 September 2023 Workers on platforms like Uber set to get more protections and minimum pay rates under new government legislation. Qantas s...
Interview: Behind the scenes of FedEx’s Australian operations
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
FedEx is one of the largest shipping and delivery companies in the world - and it’s presence in the highly-competitive Australian market is growing....
Afternoon Report | Mixed bag on the bourse
31 Aug 2023
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 ...
Voice poll date announced, inflation eases ahead of RBA meeting, Meta closes 8,000 accounts
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 31 August 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a date for the Voice referendum, kicking off six weeks of political campaigning. ...
Interview: Can Aussie businesses actually get to net zero?
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When the Federal Government legislated Australia's emissions reduction target of 43 per cent by 2030, and net zero emissions by 2050, businesses were ...
Afternoon Report | Inflation data boosts ASX
30 Aug 2023
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’s climate warning; Virgin, Flight Centre take aim at Qantas, Star’s $2.4b loss
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 30 August 2023 The Reserve Bank’s incoming governor uses her first major speech to issue a climate change warning. Also today: Virgin A...
Interview: How business REALLY feels about AI
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Right now, everybody’s talking about AI. The conversation ranges from the global challenges over regulation, right through to how businesses can bes...
Afternoon Report | ASX rallies
29 Aug 2023
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 ...
Joyce defends Qantas profit; Fortescue boss quits; Netflix loses Aussie subscribers
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 29 August 2023 The government concedes it is doing Qantas favours, as boss Alan Joyce defends the group’s mega profit in parliament. Fortes...
Interview: Writing a job ad? Listen to this first
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Salary, work-life balance, career development, management, culture - knowing what jobseekers value in a role means you stand a better chance of attrac...
Afternoon Report | Markets up on China news
28 Aug 2023
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 for renters, corporate Australia gets a pass mark, WeWork teeters on collapse
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 28 August 2023 Finally some relief for renters as house auctions stay solid. Also today: Earnings season wraps up this week with corporate A...
Interview: Winners and losers from reporting season
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we near the end of reporting season, it's a good time to sift through the results and pick out the trends.Steven Daghlian, Commsec Market Analyst, ...
The Week Ahead | 28 August 2023
27 Aug 2023
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 - Mumbrellacast
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fear & Greed is very excited to be working on the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. Ther...
The Weekend Edition | 26-27 August 2023
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
26-27 August 2023 Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang ad...
Afternoon Report | Bourse ends down for week
25 Aug 2023
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 $2.6b record profit, 40 years of deficits on the way, Trump skips debate
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 25 August 2023 Qantas announces a massive profit but is forced to defend airfares and its performance. Also today: The federal budget is set...
Interview: Why Aussie small businesses are so resilient
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses in Australia are pretty resilient, having faced some challenging conditions in recent years.Sean Aylmer talks to Joseph Lyons, Xero’...
Afternoon Report | Results, markets and Nvidia
24 Aug 2023
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 ...
Woolies profit surges, sexual harassment rife, Domino’s boss admits mistakes
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 24 August 2023 Woolies announces a big jump in profit but faces a growing problem with shoplifting. Sexual harassment still rife across th...
Interview: Keeping up with the rapidly changing needs of SMEs
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The needs of small businesses have changed enormously over the last five years - after all, during that time we've had a pandemic, supply chain challe...
Afternoon Report | Earnings lift ASX
23 Aug 2023
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’s $21b profit, Coles says fresh food prices falling, why we’re heading back to the mall
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 23 August 2023 BHP reports a $21 billion profit, as it looks to a greener future. Also today: Coles says fresh food prices are finally fa...
Interview: The businesses most at risk from payment defaults
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During the pandemic, the level of government support meant a lot of businesses remained afloat longer than they normally would have. As a result, we s...
Afternoon Report | Big day for profits
22 Aug 2023
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 eco to slow long-term, QANTAS faces class action, insurance set to cost more
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 22 August 2023 The Australian economy is set to slow markedly over coming decades as the population ages. Also today: QANTAS facing class a...
Interview: An introduction to Chinese equities
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns are growing about the strength of the Chinese economy. But at the same time, investors are hearing more about Chinese companies like EV maker...
Afternoon Report | Earnings disappoint
21 Aug 2023
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 $140b budget blowout, LNG strikes hit markets, TV boom for women’s sport
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 21 August 2023 The Federal Government is staring down $140 billion of extra spending, largely due to Australia’s ageing population. Woodsi...
Interview: Midway through earnings season, here's what you need to know
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re now halfway through earnings season, and are getting a clearer picture of the trends and some of the factors affecting companies reporting the...
The Week Ahead | 21 August 2023
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Jennifer Duke and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight...