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Afternoon Report | Rate rise hits AUD, ASX
03 Feb 2026
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...
Libs-Nats in talks to reunite; mortgage competition heats up; Melania doco flops
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 3 February 2026 The federal Liberals and Nationals in talks to reform the Coalition just as parliament resumes for the year. Competitio...
Q+A: The bull and bear cases for equities in 2026
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Investment Management, looks back at the forces that drove markets in 2025 &mdash...
Afternoon Report | ASX down 1pc
02 Feb 2026
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...
Housing starts with a bang; gold, silver, Bitcoin tumble; Epstein captures Gates, Musk
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 2 February 2026 The housing market starts the new year with a bang, with a pick-up in both prices and successful auctions. The RBA convenes to...
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 2 Feb 2026
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's all about the RBA this week, with interest rates tipped to rise. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look...
Q+A: Behind the scenes at the Olympics
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week the Winter Olympics kick off in Italy. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson talk about the big sporting events they've covered in the media, fro...
The Saturday Edition | 31 Jan 2026
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a week of big numbers: inflation, the Aussie dollar, the price of gold, even the record temperature set in Victoria. There's also dual leade...
Afternoon Report | ASX drops, Hastie out of leadership race
30 Jan 2026
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...
Renewables provide 51pc energy; Lib leadership tussle; Tesla to dump EV models
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 30 January 2026 Renewable energy provides the majority of electricity across the nation during the December quarter, for the first time. ...
Q+A: The GLP-1 drugs changing health and markets
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping healthcare — and potentially the economy.Dr Zac Turner explains to Sean Aylmer how GLP-1...
Afternoon Report | Fed keeps rates on hold
29 Jan 2026
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...
RBA set to hike rates next week; A$ pushes above US70c; why oil is measured in barrels
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 29 January 2026 The Reserve Bank is set to lift interest rates next week after inflation picks up. The Aussie dollar pushes beyond US ...
Q+A: This economist is calling for a 0.4pc rate hike next week
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A rate hike is now firmly back on the table next week after a sharp jump in inflation. Economist Warren Hogan, from EQ Economics and Ju...
Afternoon Report | Inflation jumps, AUD soars
28 Jan 2026
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...
BHP pips CBA to lead the ASX; hottest property in 2026; $Trump tanks
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 28 January 2026 BHP becomes the largest company on the ASX, overtaking the Commonwealth Bank. Business confidence picks up, ahead of ...
Q+A: Could this be the answer to Australia's rental crisis?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With house prices rising and the rental crisis deepening, build-to-rent is emerging as a serious alternative to Australia’s traditional rental m...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits three month high
27 Jan 2026
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...
Inflation to set rates; Bluescope looks for buyers; the “pilot” scoring free flights
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 27 January 2026 Local investors are hoping for a benign inflation reading this week, amid all the global turmoil. But if they don’t get ...
Q+A: The high stakes behind Rio Tinto & Glencore
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s miners are entering a new phase of consolidation, with a potential mega merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore putting copper, scale ...
New Aussie Ambassador to US; long-term finance worries; Guzman-Uber deal
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 26 January 2026 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appoints a long-time bureaucrat to the plum, but difficult, job of Ambassador to the US. ...
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 26 Jan 2026
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's a very big week for the economy: the December quarter inflation data is out on Wednesday, and Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephe...
Q+A: The best & worst thing about returning to work
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After this long weekend, business in Australia returns to normal - the summer holiday period is officially over. Sean and Michael share the best and w...
The Saturday Edition | 24 Jan 2026
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump's quest for Greenland vs the implosion of the Coalition, plus good news for super funds, homeowners and more. Sean Aylmer and Michae...
Afternoon Report | Coalition trouble
23 Jan 2026
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...
Rate rise in a fortnight?; pressure on Ley to quit; Trump backs down on Greenland
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 23 January 2026 A surprise fall in the unemployment rate increases the odds of a rate hike in a fortnight’s time. Opposition leade...
Q+A: Can house prices keep climbing if rates rise?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s housing market has now recorded 12 straight quarters of price growth - the longest run in more than a decade. Michael Thompson talks...
Afternoon Report | ASX climbs as Greenland tensions ease
22 Jan 2026
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...
Sell America trade heats up; Coalition in tatters; house & unit prices hit record
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 22 January 2026 The sell-America trade gathers momentum as the US and Europe snipe over Greenland. The federal coalition is in disarra...
Q+A: The anti-US trade explained
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When equities, bonds and the US dollar all fall at once, where do investors turn? Sean Aylmer speaks to Gemma Dale from nabtrade about the rise i...
Afternoon Report | ASX dips on Trump fears
21 Jan 2026
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...
Hate speech laws pass; superannuation delivers strong results; Nike backs pickleball
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 21 January 2026 The federal government’s hate speech and gun buyback legislation passes parliament, but splits the Coalition. T...
Q+A: How to unlock Australia's 'abundant growth opportunities'
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian economy enters 2026 as uncertain as ever. There is geopolitical risk and uncertainty over the independence of the world’s most im...
Afternoon Report | Four shark attacks in 48 hours
20 Jan 2026
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...
Trade war crisis; Albo, Ley talk on hate bill; carriers complain about airfares
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 20 January 2026 Investors seek safe haven assets like gold and silver as the US-Europe trade war spooks markets. The federal government...
Q+A: Donald Trump, one year on
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One year into Donald Trump’s second presidency, has he delivered or damaged America’s global standing? Dr Charles Miller, Senior Lect...
Afternoon Report | ASX dips on trade war fears
19 Jan 2026
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...
US hits Europe with Greenland tariffs; PM waters down racial bill; cancer success soars
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 19 January 2026 The World Economic Forum kicks off tonight in Davos, 48 hours after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on European Allie...
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 19 Jan 2026
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This first Week Ahead episode of 2026 highlights a patchwork economy. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look...
A guide to luxury holidays in 2026
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luxury travel is evolving - it’s no longer just about five-star hotels, but about experiences, space, food and service. Michael Thompson chats w...
Gen X’s 'dirty fantasy': the four-day work week
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is the four-day work week realistic, or just wishful thinking? Sean Aylmer talks to Simon Kuestenmacher from The Demographics Group about why Gen X is...
Dividend investing: How to pick quality income stocks
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australian investors love dividends, and franking credits only add to the appeal. But picking dividend stocks isn’t as simple as buying whatever...
Hate legislation on shaky ground; air traffic chaos; Hollywood’s highest grossing actor
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 16 January 2026 The federal Opposition and Greens indicate they won’t support the government hate speech legislation next week. A ...
Our $9 billion export that nobody talks about
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Global markets have faced renewed volatility following the election of Donald Trump, but how much does it really matter for Australia? Sean Aylmer is ...
Alphabet hits $US4 trillion; Coalition baulks at hate laws; record year for ETFs
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 15 January 2026 Alphabet, the parent company of Google, hits a $US4 trillion valuation, making it the second largest stock on Wall Street.&nb...
Kmart's Anko and Bunnings: Wesfarmers' secret sauce
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wesfarmers is one of the most remarkable success stories on the ASX - a diversified conglomerate thriving in a world where many have failed. Sean Aylm...
Aussie housing hits $12.3 tr; Woolies AI for shoppers; world’s fastest growing app
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 14 January 2026 The value of the Australian housing market hits $12.3 trillion, but the pace of price rises are expected to slow this year.&...
Are we in an AI bubble?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AI has powered markets higher - but is the boom already close to its peak? Sean Aylmer speaks with Roger Montgomery, founder and chief investment offi...
Parliament recalled for hate speech laws; Meta cans 540k users; Superman comic $22m sale
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 13 January 2026 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recalls parliament to debate hate speech laws and ban hate groups. Black Friday sales s...
What inflation (and interest rates) will do this year
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At one point in 2025, it looked like inflation had been beaten. Sean Aylmer speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis about what surprised econom...
Fire, floods disasters; BHP closes on CBA as top stock; rate cut guessing game
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 12 January 2026 Fires in Victoria and floods in Queensland threaten lives and property, as federal and state governments step in to offer finan...
The best family holidays in 2026
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Travelling with kids can be magical - if you pick the right trip. Michael Thompson speaks with Luke Humphries from Luxury Escapes about the best famil...
K-pop: the hit factory investors want in on
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to a record-breaking Netflix film, K-pop has had a breakout year, and it’s creating some unusual investing opportunities. Michael T...
Why podcasting has gone mainstream
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Podcasting has grown from a niche format into a mass medium. Michael Thompson speaks with Tim Burrowes from Mumbrella and Unmade about why podcasts su...
Small caps are back. Can they keep going?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After years in the shadows, Australian small caps staged a comeback in 2025. But can it continue? Sean Aylmer speaks with Roger Montgomery from Montgo...
Hollywood investing: it's not all red carpets and blockbusters
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Film investing sounds glamorous, but it can be brutally risky. Michael Thompson talks with Stefan von Imhof from Alts.co about why taking equity stake...
Why we're wrong about our productivity problem
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Business investment shapes the future of productivity, from machines and software to buildings and infrastructure. Sean Aylmer speaks with Westpac Chi...
WiseTech’s governance test
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
WiseTech Global is one of Australia’s most successful tech companies, and one of its most controversial. Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research a...
We have a skills shortage, and AI can't save us
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s skills shortage isn’t a short-term problem - it’s driven by demographics. Sean Aylmer speaks with Simon Kuestenmacher, c...
Gadgets to watch in 2026
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What will be the must-have tech of 2026? Michael Thompson is joined by Stephen Fenech, editor of techguide.com.au, to preview the gadgets shaping the ...
Inside the remarkable world of high-frequency trading
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
High-frequency trading and arbitrage sound mysterious, and largely inaccessible. Sean Aylmer talks to Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Mana...
Gold boomed in 2025 - so are investors too late?
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2025 was the year of gold: record prices, soaring miners, and plenty of FOMO. Sean Aylmer talks to Morningstar equity market strategist Lachlan Hallow...
House prices: where to from here?
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another year of house price growth has been welcome news for homeowners, but a challenge for would-be buyers. Sean Aylmer is joined by Westpac Chief E...
The tequila boom moves from bottles to beds
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tequila may not be your first thought as an investment. But the market is not just real, it's now expanding beyond the spirit itself. Michael Thompson...
The best value for money holidays this year
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Great holidays don’t have to come with eye-watering price tags. Sean Aylmer speaks with Sammy Turpin from Luxury Escapes about where travellers ...
"WTF, James Hardie?"
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
James Hardie has had a horror year. The 136-year-old building supplies company made some big decisions that made investors very, very unhappy - includ...
Household spending and the cost of living crunch
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Household spending is the engine room of the economy, and one of the clearest indicators of cost-of-living pressure. Sean Aylmer talks to Westpac Chie...
ASX outlook for 2026: Where are the opportunities?
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australian equities have come back toward fair value... but that doesn’t mean every sector is attractive. Sean Aylmer speaks with Morningstar eq...
How can you climb a career ladder where the first rung is missing?
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A university degree no longer guarantees a smooth start to a career. Sean Aylmer speaks with Simon Kuestenmacher of The Demographics Group about degre...
Murdoch, Hollywood & the future of global media
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the Murdoch empire to Hollywood’s upheaval, the global media landscape is shifting fast. Michael Thompson talks to Tim Burrowes from Mumbre...
Why car dealerships make people rich
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Car dealerships don’t sound exciting, but they can be extraordinary wealth generators. Sean Aylmer is joined by Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Res...
Why 2026 might be the year to try glamping
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Camping has grown up - and glamping is one of the fastest-growing travel trends. Sean Aylmer chats with Sonny Hawkins from Luxury Escapes about why 20...
Can our newspapers, TV and radio stations survive?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Free-to-air TV, newspapers and radio have all been declared “dead”... repeatedly. Michael Thompson speaks with Tim Burrowes, founder and p...
Samsung vs Apple: who really won 2025?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung and Apple went head-to-head in 2025, and the rivalry is only getting fiercer. Michael Thompson is joined by Stephen Fenech, editor of techguid...
Why private credit is booming
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Private credit has exploded in popularity, drawing the attention of investors and regulators alike. Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Mon...
Sunken treasure vs economic sweet spots vs working remotely
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The $US15b sunken treasure vs Australia's economic sweet spot vs Sean's adventures working remotely in France: Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam ...
Albo's landslide vs Coalition's demise vs social media ban
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Albanese's landslide election win vs the demise of the Coalition vs the world-leading social media ban. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam...
The quiet Aussie sector doing world-changing things
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is emerging as a serious biotech player, backed by world-class universities, grant funding, and a growing venture ecosystem. Michael Thompso...
Tariff wars vs Europe's moment vs China's rise
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's tariff wars vs Europe's reemergence as a global player vs China's rise. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top inter...
The tech story you might have missed this year
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia punches well above its weight in global tech, but many of its biggest success stories fly a little under the radar. Michael Thompson speaks ...
Elon Musk vs Donald Trump vs rise of AI
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the incredible rise of AI - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their favourite story from the year...
Romantic holiday ideas for 2026
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it’s a honeymoon, anniversary, or just time away together, romantic travel is about slowing down... or is it? Sean Aylmer talks with Mat...
CBA & CSL slip vs the mining boom vs corporate governance
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The demise of CBA & CSL's share prices, the Aussie miners surge, and corporate governance flares up again - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam...
The ASX infrastructure vanishing act
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia once had a deep pool of listed infrastructure, but names like Sydney Airport have been taken private, and the list keeps shrinking. Sean Ayl...
Tech stocks vs gold rush vs Wall St boom
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's tech stocks vs the gold rush vs the unstoppable Wall St boom - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top markets story ...
What investors might expect in 2026
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 has been an eventful year, with some strong returns - but what comes next? Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment M...
Interest rates & inflation vs productivity vs government spending
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three rate cuts then talk of a hike vs a government spending boom vs the big productivity challenge. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each ...
Q+A: Is the Santa rally real?
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every year around this time there's talk of a Santa Claus rally on the ASX. So what is it, is it real, and will we see one this year?Fear & Greed ...
The Weekend Edition | 20-21 Dec 2025
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson take a look at the main business news stories this week, from the government's budget update - a missed opportunity t...
Afternoon Report | PM announces gun buyback scheme
19 Dec 2025
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...
Small beats big on ASX in ‘25; PM accepts blame for massacre; Woodside boss to run BP
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 19 December 2025 With less than two weeks to go until the end of the year, small caps have significantly outperformed large caps in 2025. ...
Q+A: Five things this economist learnt in 2025
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Markets aren’t always rational, and neither is the commentary around them. Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer ab...
Afternoon Report | Energy slumps
18 Dec 2025
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...
Budget deficits for years; Bondi charges laid; Treasury Wine Estate dumped
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, the federal government outlines lower deficits in coming years in its mid-year budget review, but does little to improve the fiscal outlook.&nb...
Q+A: How a company's emissions are really measured
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's question comes from listener Peter, who sent it through the Fear & Greed website:Who measures emissions, how are they measured, is th...
Afternoon Report | ASX lower as oil price slumps
17 Dec 2025
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...
ISIS inspired Bondi attack; consumer confidence tumbles; Google to sell property?
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the massacre at Bondi Beach on Sunday was inspired by terrorist group ISIS. Consumer confidence takes a tu...
Q+A: Where SMEs are feeling the squeeze
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s small and medium-sized businesses are under sustained pressure from higher costs, tighter cash flow and uneven economic conditions.&...
Afternoon Report | NSW Premier defends police
16 Dec 2025
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...
Tougher gun laws after massacre; ASIC slams ASX; Aussie cattle icon sold for $315m
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The national cabinet will pursue much tougher gun laws, as the federal government faces criticism for not doing enough to stop antisemitism, following...