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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 ...
China-Aust trade optimism, strong auction results, why people are dumping wallets
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 15 May 2023 China says substantial progress has been made stabilising trade relations between Canberra and Beijing. Also today: Another stro...
Interview: Investors & the fast-changing world of AI
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AI, in the form of ChatGPT and Google Bard, is here to stay - but it's a fast-changing space. So how are investors thinking about it?Chris Brycki, CEO...
The Week Ahead | 15 May 2023
14 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 | 13-14 May 2023
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
13-14 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 | Big week. Flat Friday.
12 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 ...
Lithium mega-merger, 50% chance of recession, Beijing mission to boost trade
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 12 May 2023 Mega merger in the lithium sector sends stocks soaring. Also today: Reserve Bank research says that there’s only a 50% chance ...
Interview: The 'fourth wave' affecting Australian workers
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian employees are more uneasy about the future of work and their wellbeing than ever before.Aaron McEwan, Vice President of Research and Adviso...
Afternoon Report | Corporate news bonanza
11 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 ...
Budget triggers rate fears, stock winners; airlines rent beds by the hour; COVID darlings crash
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 11 May 2023 Economists warn that the budget may trigger further interest rate rises. Also today: Healthcare, real estate and retail stocks...
Interview: $16.8b in earnings - but will the good times continue for our banks?
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian banks have delivered pretty solid half-year results, with the four major banks reporting almost $16.8 billion in combined statutory earning...
Afternoon Report | Budget boosts health stocks
10 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 ...
Chalmers’ Medicare budget, CBA’s $2.6b profit in 3 months, McDonald’s sales hit record
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 10 May 2023 Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlines a budget surplus, big changes to Medicare, a bunch of cost-of-living initiatives, and good news ...
Interview: Fear and Greed's guide to the 2023 Budget
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last night Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the Federal Budget, delivering a surprise surplus - the first one in 15 years. At the same time, there a...
Afternoon Report | Budget surplus expected
09 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 ...
Westpac’s $4b profit, beware budget spending cuts, IBM boss says WFH hits promotions
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 9 May 2023 Westpac outlines a $4 billion profit but says the best times have passed. Also today: Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers set to announ...
Interview: Behind the politics of the budget
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight's budget is set to have a cost of living focus, with households and businesses across the country struggling.Charles Croucher, Chief Political...
Afternoon Report | Lithium stocks surge
08 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 ...
Budget to focus on energy relief, soaring house sales, the $57.8m man (in one year)
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 8 May 2023 A big energy relief package set to be the centrepiece of tomorrow night’s budget. Also today: Home buyers ignore last week’s ...
Interview: What investors are thinking as interest rates peak
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Between rising interest rates and wobbly US banks, markets have been a little unsteady lately.Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Management...
The Week Ahead | 8 May 2023
07 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 | 6-7 May 2023
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
6-7 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 adjudic...
Afternoon Report | Gold stocks shine
05 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 ...
NAB’s $4b profit but shares tumble, rates biting retailers, KCIII richest king ever
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 5 May 2023 NAB’s share price tumbles after it warns that the good times are over for banks. Also today: The owner of Rebel, Super Cheap Au...
Interview: How Australia can become the best place to be a parent
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Working parents face a lot of challenges, from finding family-friendly working conditions, to securing affordable childcare.Georgie Dent, journalist, ...
Afternoon Report | Big banks tumble
04 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 ...
Banks, miners lead ASX sell-off; $6b Snowy project delayed; AI godfather’s dire warning
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 4 May 2023 Banks, iron ore miners and energy companies lead a sell off on the ASX as the global economy hits local investors. Also today: ...
Interview: The veteran ex-cop now tackling bank scams
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Young people aged 18 to 29 are the least concerned about becoming a victim of scams or cyberattack. But they're also most likely to lose out to a scam...
Afternoon Report | Shoppers slow spending
03 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 ...
Surprise rate hike, Qantas picks new female CEO, rental crisis hits record level
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 3 May 2023 The Reserve Bank hikes interest rates sending shares tumbling and the Aussie dollar higher. Also today: Qantas picks its Chief...
Interview: The brands ignoring mums at their own peril
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In some categories of household spending, mums control the vast majority of buying decisions.Christie Nicholas, founder and Managing Director of Mumpo...
Afternoon Report | Rate hike hits ASX
02 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 ...
Property slump over, another major cyber attack, iconic retailers up for sale
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 2 May 2023 Experts call an end to the slump in the property market Also today: Another major cyber hack emerges Both 7-Eleven and Best &...
Interview: Fifty shades of green - why not all renewable energy is equal
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are varying shades of green energy, depending on a range of factors like generation source and storage. Pacific Blue - formerly Pacific Hydro - ...
Afternoon Report | $120b projects under review
01 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 ...
Strong auctions ahead of rate decision, tax boost for budget, Facebook still number 1.
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 1 May 2023 A big week for the economy kicks off strongly with another robust weekend for house auctions. Also today: The federal budget is j...
Interview: Why this investor says dividends are overrated
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many investors are drawn to high-dividend stocks. But Roger Montgomery, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Montgomery Investment Management, tel...
The Week Ahead | 1 May 2023
30 Apr 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 April 2023
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
29-30 April 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 adj...
Afternoon Report | AGL shuts coal power station
28 Apr 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 ...
Major shift in immigration, Blackmores sold to Japanese giant, $200b fund changes tack
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 28th April 2023 The federal government set to overhaul skilled immigration policies as it steps up the push to attract global talent. Also to...
Interview: Why investors are buying petrol stations & childcare centres
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Commercial property agents are reporting a recent surge of interest from retail investors. Every six weeks, Burgess Rawson holds a portfolio auction, ...
Afternoon Report | Blackmores sold to Japan giant
27 Apr 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 ...
Weak inflation raises rate hopes, confusion over gas prices, moon crash landing
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 27th April 2023 A lower than expected inflation reading raises hopes of no more interest rate rises. Also today: The federal government ba...
Interview: Will we see an interest rate rise next week?
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's inflation data was a vital set of figures for the economy. Commonwealth Bank’s Head of Australian Economics Gareth Aird talks to Sean A...
Afternoon Report | Biden to seek re-election
26 Apr 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 ...
Inflation set to determine rates, tradies happier than grads, Twitter blue tick confusion
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 26th April 2023 A big day for the economy with Bureau of Statistics figures set to determine whether the Reserve Bank hikes interest rates a...
Interview: How smart speakers are changing Aussie businesses
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listeners to Fear and Greed will have heard us mention Amazon Alexa many times - it's one of the easiest ways to listen to the podcast. Kate Burleigh...
Major defence overhaul, Westpac says housing slump over, good news on airfares
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 25th April 2023 The federal government announces a major overhaul of Australia’s defence priorities, including the need for long range strik...
Interview: In the footsteps of the ANZACs
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anybody who has visited Gallipoli will tell you what a moving experience it is. War historian Mat McLachlan has been there many times, taking travelle...
Afternoon Report | Major Defence changes
24 Apr 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 welcomes Kiwis, race is on to replace Alan Joyce, Google boss paid $340m
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 24th April 2023 Australia makes it easier for New Zealanders to become citizens ahead of Anzac Day. Also today: The race is on to replace Al...
Interview: Why house prices may still have further to fall
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There have been some good signs lately for the housing market - decent auction clearance rates, a pause on interest rate rises, and prices seeming to ...
The Week Ahead | 24 April 2023
23 Apr 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 April 2023
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Plus d...
Afternoon Report | Iron ore miners down, gold miners up
21 Apr 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 overhaul to create two boards; Qantas FIFO bid blocked, Tesla prices slashed
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 21st April 2023 The Reserve Bank gets set for an overhaul after a major review finds some serious challenges at the central bank. Also today:...
Interview: The super gap that's leaving older women homeless
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The statistics are pretty frightening: many women are retiring with superannuation balances that are a fraction of their male colleagues. And in some ...
Afternoon Report | BoQ faces risk of sanctions
20 Apr 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 Post, CBA, Star in jobs hit; new rules for car makers; good news on airfares.
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 20th April 2023 Some of Australia’s biggest companies announce job losses, and face fines for underpayment of staff. Also today: The fed...
Interview: How the healthcare sector has changed post-pandemic
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The healthcare sector has been in sharp focus over the last few years, from the ability of health infrastructure to cope with the pandemic, to the rol...
Afternoon Report | Fox pays $1.2b to avoid trial
19 Apr 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 rise on horizon, builder failures at 7-year high, China’s electromagnetic weapon
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 19th April 2023 The Reserve Bank provides its biggest hint yet that more rate rises are on the way. Also today: Building industry failure...
Interview: The story behind Australia's largest untapped silver resource
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With demand for critical minerals like silver soaring, news that the largest undeveloped silver resource in Australia has received the green light fro...
Afternoon Report | Plugging a $50b gap
18 Apr 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 ...
Aussies lose $3.1b to scams, home loan rates, chocolate bar revolution
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 18th April 2023 Australians lost $3.1 billion in scams last year, as criminals embrace technology to create more sophisticated ruses. Also t...
Interview: The legal minefield around AI in Australia
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AI - in the form of ChatGPT - has taken off in recent months, with individuals and businesses using the platform to create content. But who actually o...
Afternoon Report | Gold loses its lustre
17 Apr 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 warms to Oz business; auction boom in Sydney, Melbourne; new COVID threat
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 17th April 2023 Business leaders head to China as relations between Canberra and Beijing warm. Also today: A strong weekend for the housing ...
Interview: How far can Bitcoin go?
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a torrid 18 months, crypto investors have breathed a sigh of relief lately, with Bitcoin passing the $30,000 mark.Josh Gilbert, market analyst a...
The Week Ahead | 17 April 2023
16 Apr 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 April 2023
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
15-16 April 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 adj...
Afternoon Report | ASX’s good week, Albanese in Time’s 100 Most Influential
14 Apr 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 puts pressure on rates, ATO’s novel way to chase taxes, Murdoch in the stand
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 14th April 2023 A booming jobs market puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift rates again Also today: The IMF urges the Government to rais...
Interview: Why 1 in 5 Australian workers will delay their retirement
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One in five Australians are apparently planning to delay their retirement. It should be good news for employers grappling with a labour shortage - but...
Afternoon Report | Jobs, inflation hits markets
13 Apr 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 heads to Washington, relief on wine tariffs, 2.6m new passports last year
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 13th April 2023 The International Monetary Fund downgrades Australia’s growth forecast as Jim Chalmers heads to Washington. Also today: ...
Interview: The "pure madness" contributing to the housing crisis
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is set to see its biggest-ever immigration intake, with 650,000 net new migrants arriving over the next two years. So what does this influx ...
Afternoon Report | Mega mining mergers
12 Apr 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 ...
Dutton loses ally in Voice, Newcrest bid upped to $30b, Australia’s most popular collectibles
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 12th April 2023 A senior opposition figure deserts his boss, Peter Dutton, over the Voice referendum. Also today: Newmont Resources ups i...
Interview: Your 101 on carbon markets
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The introduction of a safeguard mechanism is designed to get Australia's top emitters cutting greenhouse gas emissions to achieve our national targets...
Afternoon Report | ASX, Bitcoin surge
11 Apr 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 ...
Apple, Microsoft dominate Wall St; tradies splurge on utes; Super Mario is movie hit
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 11th April 2023 Apple and Microsoft dominate Wall Street … but is it a good thing? Also today: Cashed up tradies are still buying utes, b...
Interview: What REALLY drives house prices in Australia
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People are quick to blame foreign buyers, tax incentives and immigration for Australia's high home prices. But the main reasons have been clear for ma...
Voice advice to be ‘made clear’, Santos chief lashes Govt, China simulates Taiwan strikes
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 10th April 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the Solicitor-General’s position on the government’s model for an Indigenous voice wil...
Interview: From tequila to music rights - the investments you may not have heard of
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about all kinds of investments here on Fear and Greed - equities, bonds, property. You name it, we’ve probably covered it. Until now. Stefan...
The Week Ahead | 10 April 2023
09 Apr 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 | 8-9 April 2023
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
8-9 April 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...
Rail project doubles to $31b, RBA fears mortgage prison, why AI means less work
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Inland Rail project doubles in cost to $31 billion. Also today: The Reserve Bank fears for the homeowners in mortgage prison Brookfield seals...
Interview: Billions of business cards & a unique view of SMEs
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many small businesses would be familiar with Vista Print - for years they've been printing business cards, flyers, labels, packaging and more. And it'...
Afternoon Report | Inland rail to cost $31b
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
RBA warning on rates, inflation; Dutton says No to Voice; Albo heading to Beijing
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 6th April 2023 Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe says inflation figures will determine if there are any more rate rises to come. Also today...
Interview: Meet the man tasked with guarding Telstra’s brand
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Telstra is one of the most trusted brands in the country. But it’s also a company that’s evolving, following the rollout of the NBN. Sean Aylmer t...
Afternoon Report | Trump unloads, Dutton says No
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Interest rates on hold, ANZ bid for Suncorp hits hurdle, Canberra bans TikTok
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 5th April 2023 The Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold, providing some relief to Australia’s 3.2 million mortgage holders. Also t...
Interview: Why the RBA had to take a breather on rates
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in almost a year, the Reserve Bank has held interest rates steady.Sean Aylmer talks to AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina abo...
Afternoon Report | ASX, A$ rise after rates decision
04 Apr 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 ...
Less known stocks outperform, RBA tipped to hold rates, millennial PM loses election
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 4th April 2023 Some of Australia’s lesser known large stocks outperform the rest of the market in the first quarter of the year. Also today:...
Interview: Why this cosmetics boss says the lipstick index doesn't exist
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The lipstick index is the idea that in economic downturns, people cut back on spending on big items, but continue to buy little luxuries like lipstic...