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The Weekend Edition | 21-22 October 2023

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

21-22 October 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 a...

Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles again

20 Oct 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 ...

Markets tumble on Middle East, labour market cools, Netflix has record quarter

19 Oct 2023

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Friday 20 October 2023 Global markets tumble as fears about war in the Middle east escalate.  Also today: The Australian economy, and the pace of jo...

Interview: Financial advice is 'broken' - is this how to fix it?

19 Oct 2023

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We're big supporters of financial advice at Fear & Greed - we believe everybody should use it. But the industry is still battling challenges relat...

Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles

19 Oct 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 housing surprise, Whitehaven buys BHP coal assets for $5b, shake-up in radioland

18 Oct 2023

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Thursday 19 October 2023 Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock surprised by the housing market as economists tip more price rises. Also today: Whiteh...

Interview: Inside the Aussie investment fund with a philanthropic edge

18 Oct 2023

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Future Generation is an ASX-listed fund manager that offers investors access to leading Australian and global fund managers - while also supporting ch...

Afternoon Report | ASX rises on China news

18 Oct 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: rates could rise again, Aussies leave Israel, LVMH boss slips down rich list

17 Oct 2023

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Wednesday 18 October 2023 The Reserve Bank warns that it’s on high alert for inflation and that could mean another rate rise next month.  Also toda...

Interview: A masterclass in ecommerce - and why there's still room to grow

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the busiest time of year for retailers, many will be assessing their strategy for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the run-up to Christma...

Afternoon Report | Markets rise

17 Oct 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 ...

Israel, Voice dominate parliament; Uber warns of price spikes; Tay-Tay sets movie records

16 Oct 2023

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Tuesday 17 October 2023 Parliament is back and Israel and the Voice dominate Canberra.  Also today: Luxury wine sales are on the rise - and Treasury...

Interview: Got a text warning about hail? Thank this Aussie company

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’re officially in an El Nino weather pattern - which means a hot, dry summer, and increased likelihood of drought, heatwaves and bushfires. Extre...

Afternoon Report | Market falls 0.5pc

16 Oct 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 ...

Voice defeat hits PM, biggest gold miner to head to US, Aussies still love Chinese food

15 Oct 2023

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Monday 16 October 2023 What does the defeat of the Voice referendum mean for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton?  Als...

Interview: Eight tech stocks this expert is watching

15 Oct 2023

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Sean Aylmer talks to Elise Kennedy, Jarden's Head of Technology Research and Director of Equity Research, about the local tech sector.Elise outlines h...

The Week Ahead | 16 October 2023

15 Oct 2023

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

BONUS - Mumbrellacast

14 Oct 2023

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Fear & Greed is producing the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. There's a new episode ev...

The Weekend Edition | 14-15 October 2023

13 Oct 2023

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14-15 October 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 a...

Afternoon Report | ASX falls, breaking week streak

13 Oct 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 ...

Middle East death toll climbs; Tabcorp’s spring racing woes; Google fends off cyber attack

12 Oct 2023

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Friday 13 October 2023 The death toll in the middle east climbs as ASIO says it needs to be vigilant of ideologically motivated attacks in Australia. ...

Interview: What happens after the referendum?

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tomorrow, Australians head to the polls for the first referendum since the vote on the republic back in 1999. Since 1906 there have been 44 referendum...

Afternoon Report | Banks, REITs higher

12 Oct 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 ...

Moves to evacuate Aussies in Israel, mortgage bill hits record, Qantas chair steps down

11 Oct 2023

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Thursday 12 October 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces flights to evacuate Australians in Israel.  Also today: The level of household in...

Interview: The solution to the housing crisis may be at hand

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australia is in the grip of a housing affordability crisis. Families are being priced out of rentals, while house prices are climbing again, after a s...

Afternoon Report | Miners lead markets higher

11 Oct 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 ...

Prices suggest rates on hold, $19b energy deal gets the nod, Israel promises revenge

10 Oct 2023

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Wednesday 11 October 2023 Signs that cost pressures are easing boosts hopes of no more rate rises.  Also today: An energy mega-deal gets the green l...

Interview: The big issue that ranks above cybercrime for small businesses

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Small businesses in Australia say they are facing a ‘perfect storm,’ with a raft of new regulations drowning them in additional costs and red tape...

Afternoon Report | ASX jumps one per cent

10 Oct 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 ...

Middle East war hits markets, e-passports on the horizon, Arnie wants kids to toughen

09 Oct 2023

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Tuesday 10 October 2023 Financial markets hit by the conflict in the Middle East.  Also today: High uranium prices may see BHP expand Olympic Dam pr...

Interview: The family office backing 35 startups & 20 funds in just 18 months

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The last 18 months have been a challenging time for startups. But in that same period, new family office Euphemia has backed 35 startups and 20 funds ...

Afternoon Report | Middle east conflict hits markets

09 Oct 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 ...

Israel war to hit markets, final rush to Voice vote, boom weekend for auctions

08 Oct 2023

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Monday 9 October 2023 Hamas attacks Israel, sending shockwaves around the world.  Also today: With less than a week to go before the Voice referendu...

Interview: What turbulent markets & a spending slowdown mean for investors

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's been a real slowdown in consumer spending in recent months. And in the last couple of weeks we've seen a lot of turbulence on financial market...

The Week Ahead | 9 October 2023

08 Oct 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

07 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fear & Greed is producing the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. There's a new episode ev...

The Weekend Edition | 7-8 Oct 2023

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

7-8 October 2023 Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest Jennifer Duke adjudicati...

Afternoon Report | Banks, miners lead ASX higher

06 Oct 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 ...

Rent crisis worsens, CBA losing home loan war, woman sues theme park for giant ‘wedgie’

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 6 October 2023 The rent crisis escalates with around half a million new homes needed to take pressure off prices.  Also today: Commonwealth B...

Interview: Inside the world of super-luxury electric vehicles

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It seems there are very few carmakers not getting into electric vehicles - in fact, even the super luxury brands like Rolls-Royce and Bentley are now ...

Afternoon Report | ASX rebounds after horror sessions

05 Oct 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 ...

ASX hits new low, cattle prices tumble on El Niño, bedbugs settle in for Olympics

04 Oct 2023

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Thursday 5 October 2023 The local share market falls to a new 11 month low.  Also today: Aussie cattle prices tumble as El Niño looms Australia is ...

Interview: Springsteen sold his music for $500m. Are music royalties the next big investment?

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Bieber apparently sold his catalogue for $US200m. Bob Dylan was around $US300m. Bruce Springsteen pocketed $US500m. Clearly, certain investors ...

Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles

04 Oct 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 ...

New Governor keeps rates on hold, ASX tumbles, solar taking over from coal

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 4 October 2023 The new Reserve Bank Governor keeps rates on hold but warns there might be another hike in the offing.  Also today: Share m...

Interview: As the share market dips, where are the opportunities?

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The local share market isn't having a good run. But as the market dips, investors often look for opportunities.Sean Aylmer talks to Matthew Kidman, Pr...

Afternoon Report | Rates on hold

03 Oct 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 ...

Equities fall amid gloom, new RBA Gov under pressure, ‘charge rage’ hits the streets

02 Oct 2023

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Tuesday 3 October 2023 Global equity markets are in the doldrums with little confidence about a turn-around any time soon.  Also today: The Reserve ...

Interview: How the weather affects our economy

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're officially in an El Niño weather pattern, meaning we're in for a hot, dry summer, with an increased risk of drought and bushfires. But what doe...

Property prices reach new records, childcare cost overhaul, iPhones overheating

01 Oct 2023

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Monday 2 October 2023 Property prices have recovered their losses with some capitals at new record highs.  Also today: Childcare is facing a cost ov...

Interview: Australians are investing less, and we're more conservative

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australians are investing less. And when they do, they’re investing more conservatively. But it’s not just market volatility and economic uncertai...

The Week Ahead | 2 October 2023

01 Oct 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 Ray Hadley

30 Sep 2023

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Guest: Radio broadcaster Ray Hadley Original air date: July 31 2020 Sean Aylmer speaks to legendary broadcaster Ray Hadley about his career, his adv...

The Weekend Edition | 30 Sep - 1 Oct 2023

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

30 September - 1 October 2023 Jennifer Duke and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest Tim Burro...

Afternoon Report | A rough quarter for the ASX

29 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 ...

Privacy Act shakeup to hit business, AI comes to Facebook, Costco’s gold bars

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 29 September 2023 Major changes to the Privacy Act to affect more than 2 million small Aussie businesses. Also today: Auction numbers set to h...

Interview: Inside ASIC's greenwashing cases against investment giants

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the last year alone, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission has commenced greenwashing action against Mercer, Vanguard and Active Sup...

Afternoon Report | Retail down as Aussies tighten their belts

28 Sep 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 ...

Inflation rises again, Tesla battery burns, Amazon sued over monopoly claims

27 Sep 2023

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Thursday 28 September 2023 Inflation is accelerating yet again, raising some concerns about interest rates.   Also today: Billionaire Endeavour sha...

Interview: Zoom's local boss on controversial 'back to office' call

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 2020, as lockdowns kicked in and people started working from home, the number of Australians using Zoom increased 54-fold. In that year alone, ther...

Afternoon Report | Star shares plummet

27 Sep 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 ...

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

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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 ...

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

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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 ...

Skills passports for Aussies, Amazon to stream ads, artificial wombs a step closer

24 Sep 2023

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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

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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

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...

Big 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

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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 ...

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 ...