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Interview: How tech is reshaping the Australian economy

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The tech boom in Australia has seen the likes of Atlassian, Canva and Afterpay become global behemoths. But technology is also transforming the rest o...

Afternoon Market Report | 01 November 2021

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

UN summit set to disappoint, Packer to sell, borrowers rush for fixed rates

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 1st November 2021 The UN Climate Change summit kicks off but already the big emitters are wavering on hard commitments.  Also today: Jame...

Interview: Picking stocks with good long-term prospects

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Day trading has become more and more popular over the last 18 months but it's risky business. So, in such a volatile trading environment, how do you f...

The Week Ahead | 1 November 2021

31 Oct 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 31 October 2021

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - take a lighter look at some of the big business stories of the week.Find out m...

The Saturday Edition | 30 October 2021

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 30 October 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Saturday Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer a...

Afternoon Market Report | 29 October 2021

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

ANZ’s bumper profit, new rules for travel, richest young Aussies revealed

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 29th October 2021 ANZ reports a bumper profit but concedes it missed out on the home loan boom.  Also today: Qantas outlines the new rule...

Interview: The Aussie franchise making a splash around the world

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Australia is a pool-loving nation. In fact, there are about 1.5 million of them across the country. And one incredibly successful Aussie franchise loo...

Afternoon Market Report | 28 October 2021

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Inflation rise pressures RBA, Woolies warns on sales, overseas travel gets lift-off

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 28th October 2021 Inflation is on the rise, pressuring the Reserve Bank to move on interest rates.  Also today: International travel to...

Interview: Inflation is rising; what it means for mortgages, shares & more

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

CPI figures have been released, revealing a 0.7% jump in underlying inflation in the September quarter. AMP Capital Senior Economist Diana Mousina bre...

Afternoon Market Report | 27 October 2021

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Crown keeps its licence, PM’s net zero strategy, Jordan’s record Nike sale

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 27th October 2021 Crown Resorts keeps its licence in Melbourne, but faces stringent new rules.  Also today: The government provides gu...

Interview: Is the ASX's dream run coming to an end?

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a pretty remarkable year for equities, the last few months have seen a lot of nervousness about inflation and interest rates. And there could be...

Afternoon Market Report | 26 October 2021

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Telstra’s $2.1b gift, where the biggest investor puts its money, gaol for sale

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday 26th October 2021 Taxpayers help Telstra buy a south Pacific telco in arguably the strangest deal in decades. Also today: Secrets of the Futu...

Interview: The Australian suburb becoming the tech capital of Asia

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's start-up boom keeps going from strength to strength with global powerhouses Afterpay, Atlassian and Canva leading the way. Now venture cap...

Afternoon Market Report | 25 October 2021

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Climate change deal, market rates rise, new rules for buy now, pay later

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 25th October 2021 Wall Street hits a new high, bond markets sell off, inflation fears grow but what’s it all mean for everyday Australian...

Interview: The fund making a profit and a difference

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

ESG (environmental, social, governance) is the latest force in investing. Companies around the world are scrambling to develop their strategies and it...

The Week Ahead | 25 October 2021

24 Oct 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 24 October 2021

23 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - take a lighter look at some of the big business stories of the week.Find out m...

The Weekend Edition | 23 October 2021

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 23 October 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer an...

Afternoon Market Report | 22 October 2021

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Business mandates vaccine, taxman on the hunt, Crown’s angry shareholders

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 22nd October 2021 Big business step up vaccine mandates as economies reopen.  Also today: There’s plenty of action in bond markets ...

Interview: How tech will continue to change the way we work

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If the pandemic hit 10 years ago, it would've been very difficult to work from home. If it hit 20 years ago, it would have been near impossible. Cloud...

Afternoon Market Report | 21 October 2021

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Branches, ATMs disappearing; booster shots ready; retailers run to Xmas

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 21st October 2021 Bank branches and ATMs going the way of the dodo. Also today: Booster shots for COVID ready to be rolled out Retailers fin...

Interview: The Aussie startup sending lifesaving help to your door

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There aren’t many startups that can say they make a meaningful difference to the lives of their customers. Sonder is one of those. They deliver ...

Afternoon Market Report | 20 October 2021

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

BHP, Rio stumble; investors disagree with RBA; wine sector smashed

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 20th October 2021 Australia’s big miners get the yips and their share prices fall. Also today:  Investors and the Reserve Bank c...

Interview: Will the boom in IPOs and mega deals continue?

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

2021 has seen an avalanche of massive M&A deals and a boom in IPOs, in Australia and globally. Access to cheap capital has sparked the frenzy but ...

Afternoon Market Report | 19 October 2021

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

M&A frenzy, fixed term lending rates to rise, state borders open up

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday 19th October 2021 Australia’s biggest gaming group makes a near $4 billion bid for a UK group.  Also today: Long term fixed mortga...

Interview: The infrastructure we need to grow our economy

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Infrastructure is one of the hottest sectors right now, with investors big and small clamouring to get a piece of the pie. But what are Australia's in...

Afternoon Market Report | 18 October 2021

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

NSW, Vic restrictions ease; Bitcoin surges; golf’s COVID bonanza

17 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 18th October 2021 NSW and Victoria ease restrictions and overseas travel is just weeks away.  Also today: Markets surge and Bitcoin heads...

Interview: Want crypto exposure without crypto volatility?

17 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin are infamous for their volatility, soaring and crashing at the whim of an Elon Musk tweet. But th...

The Week Ahead | 18 October 2021

17 Oct 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 17 October 2021

16 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - dissect some of the big business stories of the week.Find out more: https://fe...

The Weekend Edition | 16 October 2021

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 16 October 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer an...

Afternoon Market Report | 15 October 2021

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

RBA warns on climate change, 140,000 jobs lost, the return of unloved stocks

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 15th October 2021 The Reserve Bank adds its substantial weight to the climate change debate.  Also today: Nearly 140,000 jobs lost in the...

Interview: Why the unemployment rate is worse than it looks

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been a huge week for the economy, with COVID restrictions eased in NSW, business confidence rising, the Federal Treasurer speaking and labo...

Afternoon Market Report | 14 October 2021

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

The problem with the ASX, Treasury downgrades economy, avocado wars

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 14th October 2021 A changing of the guard among the largest companies on the ASX. That’s our main story. Also today: The federal Treas...

Interview: 'Revenge spending' fuelling advertising boom

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As the east coast emerges from lockdowns this month, advertisers have well and truly opened the chequebook, preparing for a phenomenon known as "reven...

Afternoon Market Report | 13 October 2021

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Business confidence surges, Westpac’s $1.3b bill, Musk v Bezos

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 13th October 2021 Business confidence surges as the reopening boom kicks in.  Also today: Westpac wipes $1.3 billion off its bottom li...

Interview: The Finnish company keeping shelves stocked around the world

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The pandemic has stretched global supply chains to breaking point. But a Finnish company has been using AI to fully automate reordering for tens of th...

Afternoon Market Report | 12 October 2021

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Star’s big plunge, JobKeeper’s $26b hole, pump & dump scheme crackdown

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday 12th October 2021 The east coast of Australia shifts to an easing of COVID restrictions and hints that state borders are set to reopen.  ...

Interview: Is there a reckoning coming for zombie companies?

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This time last year, we were bracing for a wave of business insolvencies when Government support was withdrawn. But it never happened and the rate is ...

Interview: How to develop an investing plan

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're thinking about investing, it's incredibly important to get professional advice. But you also need to have a plan - more than just a loose go...

Afternoon Market Report | 11 October 2021

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Libs-Nats clash over climate, Freedom Day for NSW, Star casino criminal claims

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 11th October 2021 It's crunch time for the federal government which will have to outline its climate policy in the next two weeks.  Also t...

Interview: One of the world's top female fund managers shares her secrets

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Howitt has been recognised four years in a row as one of the top 30 female fund managers in the world, and is the only Australian to make the lis...

The Week Ahead | 11 October 2021

10 Oct 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 10 October 2021

09 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - dissect some of the big business stories of the week.Find out more: https://fe...

The Weekend Edition | 9 October 2021

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 9 October 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer and...

Afternoon Market Report | 8 October 2021

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Back to work turmoil, housing market hits $9trn, what teens really want

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 8th October 2021 Business is in turmoil over mandating vaccinations, and whether people should come back to the office.  Also today: The ...

Interview: Regulators step in to cool housing market; so what's it mean for prices?

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week APRA finally stepped in, announcing changes to cool the red hot property market. It comes after 20% gains over the last year, the biggest si...

Afternoon Market Report | 7 October 2021

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Housing crackdown, markets wild ride continues, NSW readies for reopening

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 7th October 2021  Regulators step in to cool the housing market.  Also today: NSW set to reopen Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews i...

Interview: The trading platform that lets you pick stocks with your super

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Technology has significantly changed the way we invest. There are easier, cheaper and better ways to invest in everything from real estate to shares, ...

Afternoon Market Report | 6 October 2021

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

RBA’s housing warning, tech stocks tumble, Qantas’ $9b planes purchase

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 6th October 2021  The Reserve Bank might be upbeat but investors aren’t. Also today: NSW gets a new leader – the state&rsq...

Interview: The RBA is upbeat, so why are investors still selling?

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank has left interest rates on hold and indicated it's positive about Australia's economic recovery from COVID. But investors don't seem ...

Afternoon Market Report | 5 October 2021

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Oil prices hit 3-year high, Australia’s hydrogen future, coffee prices soar

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday 5th October 2021  The world’s leading energy agency says Australia can be a major exporter into Asia.  Also today: Great news...

Interview: How to take advantage of the changing energy sector

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are some huge shifts happening in the energy sector at the moment! So what are the opportunities now and in the future? And of course, what are ...

What next for markets; NSW in turmoil; house prices get hotter

03 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 4th October 2021  Equity markets tumble - what happens next? Also today: The most powerful business leaders in the country COVID numbers ...

Interview: The 36yo woman giving startup founders billions in funding

03 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michele Romanow started her first business after uni, was a 'Dragon' on Dragon's Den at 28yo and founded what is now the world's largest e-commerce in...

The Week Ahead | 4 October 2021

03 Oct 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 3 October 2021

02 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - dissect some of the big business stories of the week.Find out more: https://fe...

The Weekend Edition | 2 October 2021

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 2 October 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer and...

Afternoon Market Report | 1 October 2021

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

$80b boost for economy, ASX has best day all year, Foxtel’s future vision

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 1st October 2021  Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is upbeat about the economy, and the government gets an $80 billion boost.  Also today: ...

Interview: The investor's guide to the reopening economy

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As lockdowns end and the economy gets ready to reopen, certain sectors are going to benefit much more than others. Kristiaan Rehder, portfolio manager...

Afternoon Market Report | 30 September 2021

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

ASX tumbles on inflation fears, housing crackdown, death rates drop

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 30th September 2021  The local share market tumbles as global fears about inflation spook equities.  Also today: Regulators call t...

Interview: Aussie startup's $100m EV investment

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The electric vehicle market is still in its infancy but an Australian startup is rapidly preparing for an explosion in numbers. And now, they've secur...

Afternoon Market Report | 29 September 2021

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Wall Street & ASX plunge, DIY COVID tests, shoppers abandon malls

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday 29th September 2021  Shoppers desert the malls with the economy set to go backwards by four per cent this quarter.  Also today:&nb...

Interview: Everything you need to know about the resources sector

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s hard to get a grip on the resources sector at the moment. Iron ore has boomed over the last 18 months before plummeting, the fundamentals o...

Afternoon Market Report | 28 September 2021

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Freedom for NSW, cryptos under pressure, Qantas gives cold shoulder to WA

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday 28th September 2021  NSW and Victorian residents get a peek at when they can start resuming a lockdown free existence.  Also today: ...

Interview: The renewed push for an Australian Republic

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been 22 years since the failed referendum on whether Australia should become a republic. And now, supporters believe they can secure another vote...

Afternoon Market Report | 27 September 2021

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Hot weekend for auctions, zombie company warning, is resources boom over?

26 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 27th September 2021  Australia’s resources sector tumbles as the global growth story, and doubts over China, hit shareholders hard.&...

Interview: The Aussie tech company riding the green wave

26 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Green is the colour on everybody's lips at the moment, with big corporates rapidly joining the push for a more sustainable future. And an Aussie tech ...

The Week Ahead | 27 September 2021

26 Sep 2021

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...

Sunday Fear and Greed | 26 September 2021

25 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - dissect some of the big business stories of the week.Find out more: https://fe...

The Weekend Edition | 25 September 2021

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Saturday, 25 September 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer ...

Afternoon Market Report | 24 September 2021

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few m...

Banks cool on housing, ASX surges, pump & dump jail warning

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 24th September 2021  The country’s big lenders warn on property prices and hint that they might take action to cool the market. Also...

Interview: The mutual breathing life back into life insurance

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The life insurance sector copped a hammering during the Royal Commission into banking, and rightly so, with some terrible examples of unethical behavi...