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Interview: Your guide to tech stocks after a massive six months
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Globally, it’s been a pretty good year so far for tech stocks. The likes of Apple and Microsoft have been soaring… and Nvidia has ridden the AI bo...
The Week Ahead | 26 June 2023
25 Jun 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 | 24-25 June 2023
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
24-25 June 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 | Sub exploded four days ago
23 Jun 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 ...
Call to dump Voice referendum, ASX tumbles, five day weekend to boost spending?
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 22 June 2023 The Voice dominates the last session of parliament with Opposition Leader Peter Dutton calling on the government to cancel the ref...
Interview: M&C Saatchi's ad boss on the state of advertising
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How has advertising changed in the post-pandemic world? Are brands more risk-averse - and does it all revolve around TikTok now?Sean Aylmer talks to J...
Afternoon Report | Big fall on ASX
22 Jun 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 ...
Property prices to rise, Forrest’s donate $5b, Qantas ranking falls from 5th to 17th
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A steady improvement tipped for the housing market over the next year, as the country’s biggest lender changes its rules on how it lends. Also today...
Interview: Record house prices on the horizon once more
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The house price downturn will be shortlived, with the next financial year to see a 'well-established, steady' recovery across the country.Dr Nicola Po...
Afternoon Report | Mega telco deal blocked
21 Jun 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 warns on wages, Albanese mulls another poll, Woodside’s $10.5b oil deal
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 21 June 2023 The Reserve Bank has a blunt warning for anyone wanting a big wage rise. Also today: The Albanese government looks for a rea...
Interview: Every business in Australia should listen to this
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
First Nations people are almost entirely absent from executive roles in Australia - despite making up 5% of the national workforce. And at the same ti...
Afternoon Report | Two month high for ASX
20 Jun 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 six-week high, Voice referendum passes Senate, boom ski season ahead
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 20 June 2023 The share market hits a six week high as large caps regain favour. Also today: The bill to authorise the Voice referendum passed...
Interview: From Nvidia to the big banks - what Aussie investors are buying
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian equity investors are shifting from an active to passive approach, according to share trading platform Stake. But with so many investors on ...
Afternoon Report | PwC caught up in cyber attack
19 Jun 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 ...
Rate rises can’t stop auctions, Van urged to quit politics, home workers less productive
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 19 June 2023 Rising interest rates can’t stop the strong Aussie housing market. Also today: Former Liberal Senator David Van urged to quit...
Interview: Where the richest investors are putting their money
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where are the Ultra High Net Worth Investors investing when global markets are volatile?Anto Joseph, CEO and Founder of investment fintech Stropro, ta...
The Week Ahead | 19 June 2023
18 Jun 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 | 17-18 June 2023
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
17-18 June 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 | Dutton says Van should go
16 Jun 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 surge to trigger rate hikes, Lib turmoil over behaviour, record population growth
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 16 June 2023 A surge in jobs is set to trigger more rate rises. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton suspends Liberal Senator David Van from the p...
Interview: Your brand is more than just your logo
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic saw a surge in the number of people starting their own business, or setting up a side hustle. But many small businesses overlook the impo...
Afternoon Report | NZ in recession
15 Jun 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 ...
Regulators: rate pain isn’t bad, lithium beats gold, AI reunites Lennon & McCartney
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 15 June 2023 Australia’s most powerful regulators say higher interest rates aren’t causing widespread financial distress. US Federal R...
Interview: Is now the time to start looking at small cap companies?
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The smaller end of the ASX is home to some very interesting companies. The Small Ords has underperformed the large caps recently - but are we at an in...
Afternoon Report | CSL tumbles on blood battle
14 Jun 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 ...
Rates smash confidence, major changes for planners, Apple now worth almost $US3 trillion
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 14 June 2023 Interest rates smash consumer and business sentiment. Also today: The government outlines major changes for financial planne...
Interview: The cities property investors are keeping an eye on
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Population growth and migration will play a major role in the property market over the next few years.Sameer Chopra, Head of Research at CBRE, talks ...
Afternoon Report | Tech rally boosts ASX
13 Jun 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 struggling for cut through, ASX shrinks on PE deals, super apple created
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 13 June 2023 The Voice referendum is set to go to the Senate in the next fortnight, but support is waning. Also today: A rush of deals shri...
Interview: Our next big Asian trading partner may be right on our doorstep
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's trade relationships with Asia are growing, and with that come new opportunities for Aussie businesses.Asialink Business is Australia’s N...
Tech stocks surge, women CEO numbers jump, Qantas rethinks staff uniforms
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 12 June 2023 US tech stocks surge as confidence returns to the sector. Also today: The number of senior women in charge of large ASX compani...
Interview: "So much confusion & fear" - why greenhushing is on the rise
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ASIC is cracking down on greenwashing - where funds might be misrepresenting the environmental credentials or sustainability of a financial product. B...
The Week Ahead | 12 June 2023
11 Jun 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 | 10-11 June 2023
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
10-11June 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 adjud...
Afternoon Report | Albo vs Lowe
09 Jun 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 stress starts to show; CBA crypto crackdown; the $600m soccer player
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 9 June 2023 Banks start seeing signs of mortgage stress as rates rise. Also today: Companies that have scientists, women and people who have...
Interview: How innovation is unlocking equity after the property boom
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, we’ve seen some really innovative ways to buy property or to release equity in a home. Midkey offers a product that unlocks equity ...
Afternoon Report | Aussie Pizza Hut goes to US
08 Jun 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 slows, recession risk rises; RBA to regulate Apple, Google; cheques on last legs
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 8 June 2023 The Aussie economy slows and the likelihood of a recession later this year increases. Also today: The Reserve Bank to get more...
Interview: 'Like landing an A380 on an aircraft carrier'
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's GDP data for the March quarter came in weaker than expected, just a day after the Reserve Bank board hiked interest rates again.EY Chief E...
Afternoon Report | Slow economy hits ASX
07 Jun 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 hikes rates again, boom times for Aussie farmers, Tik Tok usurps Snapchat
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 7 June 2023 The Reserve Bank lifts the official cash for the 12th time in 14 months and warns there could still be more on the way. The b...
Interview: An investor's guide to shares at tax time
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In you're investing in shares, there are a few things you need to be aware of at tax time.Elinor Kasapidis, Senior Manager of Tax Policy at CPA Austr...
Afternoon Report | ASX is shrinking
06 Jun 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 ...
Car sales hit new record; smartphone replacing cash; more heat on PwC
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 6 June 2023 Record sales of new cars in Australia as electric vehicles purchases soar Also today: The value of smartphone transactions jump...
Interview: The jobs boom luring us from cities to the regions
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our population is becoming more mobile: moving from cities to regional areas, and in some cases, back again.Dr Kim Houghton, Chief Economist at the Re...
Afternoon Report | ASX spikes 1 per cent
05 Jun 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 ...
Rates set to rise, Aussie unis announce record losses, new world’s richest person
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 5 June 2023 Get set for another rate rise tomorrow after the Fair Work Commission announces a bumper pay increase for 2.6 million workers. Also...
Interview: Is this the end of the star stockpicker?
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not uncommon in the world of investing and funds management to see rockstar investors emerge. But a new player on the Australian asset manageme...
The Week Ahead | 5 June 2023
04 Jun 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 | 3-4 June 2023
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
3-4 June 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 adjudi...
Afternoon Report | Minimum wage lifted
02 Jun 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 underpaid workers $430m; VC recipient committed war crimes; why people move to the regions
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 2 June 2023 BHP says it underpaid workers more than $430 million. Also today: Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith loses a landmark de...
Interview: House prices are bouncing back - how far will they go?
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
House prices are bouncing back, with May recording the strongest monthly growth since November 2021.Tim Lawless, CoreLogic's Head of Research, talks t...
Afternoon Report | Markets relief over debt ceiling
01 Jun 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 ...
House prices surge; surprise inflation spike triggers rate fears; warning of higher rents
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 1 June 2023 House prices rose in every capital city across the country in May, as the rebound in the mortgage market gathers steam. Also to...
Interview: How a charity pulled off the Holy Grail of political advocacy
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
130,000 sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes went into last year's federal election knowing it didn't matter who won - both sides had already committed fundin...
Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles, inflation data surprises
31 May 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 ...
300 new planes for Qantas, building sector tumbles, crypto exchange collapses
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 31 May 2023 Qantas set for east coast to London and New York flights within two years. Also today: The downturn in the building industry ...
Interview: The odd jobs bringing in cash as cost of living soars
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the cost of living soars, more people are turning to Airtasker to raise a bit of extra cash.Tim Fung, co-founder and CEO of Airtasker, talks to Sea...
Afternoon Report | Crown’s $450m fine
30 May 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 ...
PWC sidelines leaders, WA Premier resigns, bid to stop HECS bill jump
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 30 May 2023 PwC sidelines nine leaders as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese weighs in on the scandal ridden firm. Also today: Australia’s m...
Interview: The retail supremo turning his attention to carbon capture
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bernie Brookes AM is one of Australia's best-known retailers, having run iconic businesses like Myer and Woolworths. He's now the chair of ASX-listed ...
Afternoon Report | ASX jumps on debt relief
29 May 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 ...
House prices rise, barley exports to China just weeks away, US debt crisis over
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 29 May 2023 Sydney and Melbourne lead a bounce back in house prices after another strong weekend for auctions. Also today: The trade ministe...
Interview: The $99,000 dream making workers change their plans
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Working Australians say they'd like an average of $99,000 per annum in retirement - compared to $68,000 p/a for those who have already retired. It mea...
The Week Ahead | 29 May 2023
28 May 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 | 27-28 May 2023
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
27-28 May 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 adjud...
Afternoon Report | Tech stocks save ASX
26 May 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 ...
PwC scandal sent to police, energy prices hikes of 20%+, Snoop Dog can’t save wine
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 26 May 2023 The government steps in to the PwC scandal as the AFP looks at criminal charges against the financial services giant. Also today:...
Interview: Everything you've ever wondered about investing in art
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Art can be a fascinating investment.Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative investing community fund Alts.co, gives Sean Aylmer a lesson in invest...
Afternoon Report | Banks, miners tumble
25 May 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 ...
PMs sign Aus-India deal; Woolies skips Visa, Mastercard; Covid still a major killer
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 25 May 2023 The Prime Ministers of Australia and India sign a deal bringing the two countries closer together. Woolworths moves to bypass ...
Interview: How Australia can become an energy superpower
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the world shifts towards net zero, Australia has the opportunity to become an energy superpower.Blair Comley, leader of EY’s Net Zero Centre an...
Afternoon Report | EVs spur car buying
24 May 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 ...
Innovative ASX co’s perform best, Qantas record profit. casual wage gap grows
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 24 May 2023 Some of Australia’s most innovative companies lead the way in terms of share market returns, with market leader Wisetech Globa...
Interview: Where this $115b fund is choosing to invest
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
UniSuper is one of Australia's largest funds, investing more than $115b on behalf of 620,000 members - including a recent $1b stake in mobile towers i...
Afternoon Report | Aussie coal shipments soar
23 May 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 rules for BNPL, bi-partisanship around QUAD, New York City is sinking
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 23 May 2023 New rules for the Buy Now Pay Later sector to make it harder for providers and consumers. Also today: Rare bipartisanship in pa...
Interview: "I don't have a baseball bat" - the modern face of debt collection
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Debt collection gives a fascinating insight into business and the economy. Andrew Smith, CEO of ASX-listed Credit Clear, talks to Sean Aylmer about t...
Afternoon Report | BHP warning for Canberra
22 May 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 ...
PM’s delicate balancing act, auctions hit 15-month high, COVID wave warning
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 22 May 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spends the weekend trying to support G7 nations and the European Commission without upsetting China...
Interview: A masterclass in hunting out undervalued stocks
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in the US contained a few lessons for equity investors - and in turn, some possible opportunities too.Brian Han, s...
The Week Ahead | 22 May 2023
21 May 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 | 20-21 May 2023
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
20-21 May 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 adjud...
Afternoon Report | Netflix surges, adds 5 million users
19 May 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 ...
Interview: How tech is easing pressure on traditional Aussie businesses
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From plumbers to doctors, all businesses feel the pressure of admin. Bookings, invoices, quoting, even managing social media. That's where technology ...
Unemployment jumps, China drops ban on Aussie timber, Albo prepares for G7 meeting
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 19 May 2023 Australia’s unemployment rate jumps as the labour market cools. Also today: China to resume buying Australian timber A big wee...
Afternoon Report | Xero, Nufarm shares surge
18 May 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 ...
Wages growth hits 10-year high; AI hurts lawyers, teachers; Qantas offers neighbour-free deal
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 18 May 2023 Wages growth hits a decade high. Also today: Lawyers, consultants and educators to be among the hardest hit by AI Next week’...
Interview: Why Mark Bouris is backing an Aussie rival to LinkedIn
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Networking is key to growing a business. But many Australians aren't so good at building those connections, promoting themselves and asking for help. ...
Afternoon Report | Biden dumps Aussie visit
17 May 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 warns on rates, 10.5pc pay rise for bureaucrats, cost of living hits 30 year olds most
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 17 May 2023 The Reserve Bank warns that interest rates may have to rise again. Also today: The Albanese government offers more than 160,0...
Interview: What 7 million customers tell us about the cost of living crisis
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about the cost of living crisis. But de-identified data from seven million Commonwealth Bank clients has revealed just how households ar...
Afternoon Report | PM riding high in polls
16 May 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 ...
$26b mining deal, ATO warns of tax return crackdown, Google soars on AI
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 16 May 2023 Newcrest Mining agrees to a $26 billion bid from US-based Newmont, creating the world’s largest gold miner. Also today: Austr...
Interview: The shameful truth about age discrimination at work
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One in six Human Resources professionals say they wouldn’t consider hiring people aged 65 and above. Research conducted by the Australian HR Institu...
Afternoon Report | Deal frenzy on the ASX
15 May 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 ...