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BONUS - Mumbrellacast
19 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 | 19-20 August 2023
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
19-20 August 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 | ASX’s worst weekly drop this year
18 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 ...
First-home buyer scheme to start, unemployment rises, F45 to delist from NYSE
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 18 August 2023 Help for first home buyers is on the way, with the Federal Government’s home equity sharing scheme given a start date. Als...
Interview: How this group is forcing companies to take climate action
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s biggest businesses are ramping up their climate goals, with more ASX200 companies committing to a net-zero target. And those who aren't ...
Afternoon Report | ASX down again
17 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 ...
Deal for 200,000 more homes, FIFA wants $100 million, Atlassian’s AI warning
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 17 August 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs deals with state and territory leaders to improve the supply of housing. Also today: ...
Interview: "It's pretty aspirational" - why 1.2 million homes in 5 years is a big ask
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Housing affordability is a huge political issue right now - and yesterday national cabinet announced measures to improve supply.Tim Lawless, Head of R...
Afternoon Report | A rocky day on the market
16 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 ...
Green tariffs floated, outlook rosy for premium plonk, EV price wars flare up
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 16 August 2023 The Federal Government flags a green tariff on imports of steel and cement from countries like China and India. Also today: ...
Interview: "The June rate hike was the last one."
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The impact of so many interest rate hikes are laid bare by this new data from Commonwealth Bank. Using information from seven million customers, the H...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes higher
15 Aug 2023
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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 ...
JB Hi-Fi hits record sales, insolvencies surge, Qantas puts ‘Yes’ on planes
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 15 August 2023 JB Hi-Fi posts a record year for its Australian retail arm but sales have started to slide. Also today: Qantas re-brands thr...
Interview: Toilet paper, a social conscience & a $5 million donation
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who Gives A Crap is a fascinating business. In just over a decade, it has made toilet paper cool, and donated millions of dollars to improve access to...
Afternoon Report | ASX drops 0.9%
14 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 ...
Matildas break records, supply crunch for housing, Voice divides Liberals
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 14 August 2023 The Matildas have been breaking records but a World Cup public holiday is proving controversial for businesses. Also today: Lan...
Interview: Reporting season so far, from CBA to Baby Bunting
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The first full week of reporting season gave investors plenty to consider. And there's a lot more to come.Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asse...
The Week Ahead | 14 August 2023
13 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 - Sunday feature interview with Guy Raz
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Guy Raz, host of How I Built This, one of the world's most popular podcasts. Original air date: September 27, 2020 Sean Aylmer speaks to Guy R...
The Weekend Edition | 12-13 August 2023
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
12-13 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 | Star gets a leg up
11 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 ...
AGL $1.26 billion loss, Albo’s dinner with Biden, Chinese tech giants snap up AI chips
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AGL Energy reports a $1.26 billion loss in a volatile energy market. Friday 11 August 2023 Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to have a stat...
Interview: The tool changing the way investors track portfolios
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic saw a huge number of investors buying equities for the first time. It's no surprise that demand has also risen for smarter ways to track ...
Afternoon Report | ASX closes higher
10 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 ...
Record CBA result, ACTU’s ‘greedflation’ inquiry, Google mulls AI music deal
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 10 August 2023 Commonwealth Bank delivers a record full-year profit of almost $10.2 billion. Also today: Trade unions launch their own inq...
Interview: Why 1/3 of Australians are financially illiterate
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It may come as a shock to you, as it certainly surprised us: one third of Australian adults are considered financially illiterate.Diana Mousina, Deput...
Afternoon Report | InvoCare accepts takeover offer
09 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 ...
Boom starting to profit season, biz happy despite rates, Matildas set TV record
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 9 August 2023 James Hardie kicks off the profit reporting season in spectacular fashion. Also today: Business sentiment holds up despite ...
Interview: Why this class of consumers just keep on spending
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to Roy Morgan research, we operate on a two-speed consumer economy. 10 million Australians have a traditional mindset when it comes to spen...
Afternoon Report | Earnings season kicks off
08 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 ...
China to drop wine ban, PE buys aged care group, Trump’s rant over World Cup
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 8 August 2023 Trade Minister Don Farrell says China set to drop the ban on Aussie wine as relations normalise. Also today: Bain Capital, the ...
Interview: This data is the canary in the debt coal mine
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Credit applications are declining and arrears are rising as interest rate hikes start to bite.Melanie Cochrane, Australia / New Zealand CEO and Group ...
Afternoon Report | Mixed bag for ASX
07 Aug 2023
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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 ...
Banks step in over crypto, soft weekend for auctions, PwC scandal sparks changes
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 7 August 2023 Banks step in to stop customers losing money from crypto deals. Also today: The Federal Government announces big fines and regul...
Interview: Why these stocks were taken off the 'Best Ideas' list for investors
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every month Morningstar puts out a 'Best Ideas' list - interesting stocks identified by Morningstar analysts.Brian Han, Director of Equities Research ...
The Week Ahead | 07 August 2023
06 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 - How Do They Afford That?
05 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep #44: HOW TO ASK FOR A PAY RISE Asking for a pay rise is never easy, but there are some simple ways to maximise your chances of success. In this epi...
The Weekend Edition | 05-06 August 2023
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
05-06 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 | A big week closes
04 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 ...
Retail sales tumble, China barley decision imminent, why IPL is bad for cricket
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 4 August 2023 Retail sales tumble, breaking a 15-year record. Also today: Canberra hopes for good news on barley tariffs TV rights show how th...
Interview: "It's quite concerning" - the race to find a housing crisis solution
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has a mismatch in supply and demand in the property market - property prices are climbing, and the situation for renters is dire. But findin...
Afternoon Report | Tough day on markets
03 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 ...
A$ tumbles to 4 month low, Woolies underpayment claim, Melb trumps Syd in hotels
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 3 August 2023 The Aussie dollar falls to a four-month low. Also today: Woolworths facing up to 1,000 charges for underpayment of staff M...
Interview: How 2023's top mega super fund achieved its result
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
UniSuper, 2023's best performing mega fund, delivered a 10.3% return on its default Balanced option - in a year dominated by high inflation, the faste...
Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles
02 Aug 2023
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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 keeps rates on hold, heat comes out of house prices, Matildas smash TV records
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 2 August 2023 The Reserve Bank keeps official interest rates on hold. Also today: House prices rose last month but some of the heat has c...
Interview: Why rate relief could still be 18 months away
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday the Reserve Bank board left the official cash rate on hold - but warned there could be more hikes still to come.Carlos Cacho, Chief Econom...
Afternoon Report | RBA keeps rates on hold
01 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, housing to dominate parliament; Barbenheimer hits $1.5b; Novel ways to stay cool
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 1 August 2023 Parliament is back with the Voice and housing legislation set to be main battlegrounds. Also today: All eyes on the Reserve B...
Interview: What REALLY worries this global cybersecurity leader
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As AI technology leaps ahead, we can expect it to start playing a role in cyberattacks, making every organisation in the world more vulnerable. But t...
Afternoon Report | Holding patterns ahead of rate decision
31 Jul 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 ...
Mortgage markets get tough, self-made crypto millionaire, Subway’s turnaround
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 31 July 2023 The glory days for home borrowers are over. Also today: A little-known 42-year old Melbourne man hits it big time in crypto Glo...
Interview: The companies this investor is watching this reporting season
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're heading into earnings season on the ASX - the time when companies report profits and let the market know what they think is going to happen.Mark...
The Week Ahead | 31 July 2023
30 Jul 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...
The Weekend Edition | 29-30 July 2023
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
29-30 July 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 adju...
Afternoon Report | Retail slump lifts rate hopes
28 Jul 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 ...
ASX 5-month high, 10pc Aussies struggling with bills, Facebook audience hits 3 billion
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 28 July 2023 The ASX hits a five month high as investor confidence returns. Also today: More than one-in-ten Australians are unable to pay a...
Interview: $97,000 in just 6 months - Inside the property market recovery
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian housing market looks to have fully recovered momentum, with capital city house prices posting steep gains in the June quarter.Dr Nicola...
Afternoon Report | Market hits five-month high
27 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Lower inflation raises rate hopes, house prices jump, billionaire insider trading claim
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 27 July 2023 A drop in inflation lifts hope for an end to the interest rate cycle. Also today: House prices regain half of their losses fr...
Interview: Investment giant's three big questions about China
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are three big questions about China right now, and those questions have the potential to impact global markets.Rich Nuzum, Mercer's Executive ...
Afternoon Report | Inflation slows sharply
26 Jul 2023
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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 ...
ASIC alleges greenwashing, bread & rice prices to rise, what to do with 4m pairs of shoes
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 26 July 2023 ASIC alleges greenwashing against a global giant. Also today: Get ready for higher bread and rice prices. Virgin workers w...
Interview: The tech company trying to "save families from cancer"
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Volpara Health Technologies is an ASX-listed company that says it has a simple purpose: ‘to save families from cancer’. The technology is used by...
Afternoon Report | Big miners surge
25 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Miners hit by cost blowouts, Barbenheimer breaks records, Twitter rebranded
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 25 July 2023 Cost blowouts hit big miners as they try to take advantage of the green revolution. Also today: Outsiders to drive Reserve Ban...
Interview: How we can all help ease the vicious cycle hurting Aussie businesses
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly half of all small business owners worry about their financial future, and the future of their business. But there's a simple way all Australian...
Afternoon Report | ASX ends flat
24 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Warnings of lower corporate earnings, property investors sell, peak cash is over
23 Jul 2023
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Monday 24 July 2023 Profit season set to kick off with analysts wary of falling earnings. Also today: Auction numbers soar as investors rush to sel...
Interview: The ETFs Aussies are buying - and the ones we're avoiding
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bonds are back and AI-related companies have had a good year - just look at the ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) that track their performance. Chris Bryc...
The Week Ahead | 24 July 2023
23 Jul 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...
The Weekend Edition | 22-23 July 2023
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
22-23 July 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 adju...
Afternoon Report | Qantas’ boarding trials
21 Jul 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 ...
Unemployment rate near record low, insolvencies jump, Netflix password crackdown works
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 21 July 2023 Australia’s unemployment rate at near record lows as jobs surge. Also today: Corporate insolvencies jump post COVID Labour hi...
Interview: Why CEO pay has fallen to its lowest level in 9 years
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The average pay for ASX100 CEOs fell in 2022 to its lowest level recorded in the last nine years. And while bonuses are down too, there was only one C...
Afternoon Report | Labour market stays strong
20 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Albo gets tetchy over Voice, World Cup finances, Barbenheimer to save cinemas
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 20 July 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes the Yes case for the Voice referendum, as US political heavyweights announce a visit to A...
Interview: Three stocks this small cap investor is watching
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Small cap investing has had a pretty tough period. But amidst the uncertainty and the risk, professional investors are finding some good opportunities...
Afternoon Report | ASX at one month high
19 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Rate rises will depend on data; Fortescue hit by cyber attack; super funds slammed
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 19 July 2023 The Reserve Bank makes it clear that it isn’t clear whether rates need to rise Also today: Fortescue Metals gets hit with ...
Interview: Not sure if your business should use AI? Listen to this.
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
72% of Australian consumers say they trust content produced by generative AI - with many acknowledging AI could influence medical and purchasing decis...
Afternoon Report | Andrews says Games too expensive
18 Jul 2023
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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 ...
Calls to break up accounting firms, super returns impress, Disney’s big sell-off
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 18 July 2023 Calls for the big four accounting and auditing firms to be split up. Also today: Strong property sales continue but is the bes...
Interview: In a perfect financial storm, cash is king
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The combination of high inflation, soaring costs, rising interest rates and a tight labour market have combined to create the 'perfect financial storm...
Afternoon Report | Horror day for Endeavour Group
17 Jul 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 ...
Chalmers warns on China, Woolies beating Coles, cocaine prices tumble
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 17 July 2023 Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns on China as the new Reserve Bank Governor wins over supporters. Also today: Woolies still ...
Interview: News Corp boss Michael Miller on digital giants & doubling down
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The media landscape has changed enormously over the last couple of decades, largely due to the arrival of digital giants include Google and Faceboo...
The Week Ahead | 17 July 2023
16 Jul 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...
The Weekend Edition | 15-16 July 2023
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
15-16 July 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 adju...
Afternoon Report | ASX ends on a high
14 Jul 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 ...
Banks not seeing mortgage stress, airfares fall, how one company caused a baby boom
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 14 July 2023 The big bank bosses assure politicians that Australians aren’t in too much mortgage stress Also today: Domestic airfares drop t...
Interview: Two codes, two businesses - the sporting legend doing things in pairs
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lote Tuqiri might not be your typical Fear and Greed guest. But the dual rugby league and rugby union international hasn't had the typical post-sport ...
Afternoon Report | ASX surges on inflation hopes
13 Jul 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 changes for RBA, bank customers remain resilient, the world enters a new epoch
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 13 July 2023 Reserve Bank Governor Phil Lowe announces major changes for the central bank. Also today: The big bank bosses say customers h...
Interview: Why helium is much more than squeaky voices & party balloons
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Helium is often listed alongside lithium and cobalt as an ‘energy transition commodity’ - one of the commodities we’ll be hearing a lot more abo...
Afternoon Report | Tough times for retailers
12 Jul 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 ...
Albo meets Euro leaders; house prices could stall; high quality, low quantity grape vintage
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 12 July 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets European leaders as he pushes for a free trade deal with the EU. Why Apple, Microsoft,...
Interview: Has an Aussie company just solved one of our biggest environment challenges?
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Plastic waste is an enormous environmental challenge - we're getting better at using less, and at recycling, but there's still a huge amount of plasti...
Afternoon Report | ASX surges 1.5pc
11 Jul 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 ...
ASX hits 3 month low, Albanese does German deal, Sportsbet $64m spend in 18 months
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 11 July 2023 The local sharemarket hits a three month low on global recession fears. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a $1...