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Afternoon Market Report - 9 October 2020
09 Oct 2020
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’s dirty laundry, Labor’s budget, COVID spike in NSW
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
James Packer concedes he may have to sell down his holding of Crown Resorts, as the inquiry into the gaming company airs plenty of dirty laundry. ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Darren Rudd
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Darren Rudd, CEO of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents, about the current state of the industry. The travel indust...
Afternoon Market Report - 8 October 2020
08 Oct 2020
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 surges as Budget gets thumbs up
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Federal Budget gets a thumbs up from community and business groups, and Labor says it will support legislation to help households and businesses. ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Anson Parker
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Anson Parker, Head of Product at Australia's first neobank, Up. They discuss how a neobank differs from a traditional bank...
Afternoon Market Report - 7 October 2020
07 Oct 2020
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...
Budget bonanza, mega gold merger, James Packer testifies
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Federal Government has outlined a big spending budget, with tax relief for low and middle income earners and a record budget deficit. Also today: ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Stephen Koukoulas
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to economist Stephen Koukoulas for a wrap of the Federal Budget - from the big-picture projections to the specific measures that wi...
Afternoon Market Report - 6 October 2020
06 Oct 2020
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...
Markets surge on Budget excitement and Trump sighting
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wall Street and the local share market rally as President Donald Trump appears in public for the first time in four days, and ahead of tonight’s...
Bonus content - extended interview with Laura Tingle
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Laura Tingle, Chief Political Correspondent for ABC's 7.30, about the politics of the Federal Budget.Find out more: https://fear...
Trump hospitalised, tax cuts brought forward, Crown under fire
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
President Donald Trump’s diagnosis triggers uncertainty in financial markets. Also today: Tax cuts to be brought forward and backdated in...
The Week Ahead
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monday October 5, 2020 This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and releases...
Bonus content - extended interview with Diana Mousina
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to AMP Capital Senior Economist Diana Mousina about the state of the global economy.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See ...
Sunday Feature Interview: Stuart Lamont
03 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Sunday Feature Interview, Sean Aylmer speaks to Stuart Lamont, CEO of the Caravan Industry Association of Australia. The ca...
The Weekend Edition
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 3 October 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives his...
Afternoon Market Report - 2 October 2020
02 Oct 2020
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...
PM’s plan for post-recession Australia
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister provides his take on how Australia will emerge from its first economic recession in 29 years. Also today: One of the world’s...
Bonus content - extended interview with Bryan Fry
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Bryan Fry, Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard Winemakers, about making and managing premium wine brands that are exported around ...
Afternoon Market Report - 1 October 2020
01 Oct 2020
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 hammered, Presidential debate debacle, PM boosts manufacturing
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The federal government has nominated six sectors within manufacturing it believes can revive the Australian economy and will spend billions of dollars...
Bonus content - extended interview with Andy Rogers
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Andy Rogers, Director of Stockbroking at CMC Markets, about investing in international markets - how to do it, which markets are...
Afternoon Market Report - 30 September 2020
30 Sep 2020
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...
Consumers benefit from telco wars; COVID claims 1 million lives
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Telstra unveils details of its 5G network, opening the door to a whole new world of communications. Also today: The world records the one milli...
Bonus content - extended interview with Paul Mitchell
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Paul Mitchell, EY Global Mining & Metals Sector Leader, about the top 10 business risks and opportunities for the mining ind...
Afternoon Market Report - 29 September 2020
29 Sep 2020
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...
COVID-19 cases tumble; hopes for end to restrictions
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just four new cases of coronavirus across Australia yesterday provides clear evidence that six months after being declared a pandemic, the coronavirus...
Bonus content - extended interview with Nick Ellsmore
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Nick Ellsmore, entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert. Nick is currently Director, Consulting & Professional Services (...
Afternoon Market Report - 28 September 2020
28 Sep 2020
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...
What recession? Spring selling sees strong property prices
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian housing sector shows its resilience, with prices staying strong as the spring selling season moves into full swing. Also today: Good n...
The Week Ahead
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monday September 28, 2020 This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and relea...
Bonus content - extended interview with Chris Richardson
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Chris Richardson, Partner at Deloitte Access Economics, about a report prepared by Deloitte Access Economics into the state of t...
Sunday Feature Interview: Guy Raz
26 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer's full interview with Guy Raz, host of How I Built This, one of the world's most popular podcasts. Guy has turned his podcast into a boo...
The Weekend Edition
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 26 September 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives ...
Afternoon Market Report - 25 September 2020
25 Sep 2020
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...
Budget blow-out, Westpac’s record fine & new lending laws
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Forget budget surpluses. This year Australia will take on another $200 billion of debt, and there’s no plan to wind it back. Also today: ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Guy Raz
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Guy Raz, host of How I Built This, one of the world's most popular podcasts. Guy has turned his podcast into a book, and h...
Afternoon Market Report - 24 September 2020
24 Sep 2020
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...
Saving jobs key in overhaul of small business laws
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The government is set to announce new laws to prevent small businesses from becoming insolvent, in an effort to save jobs. Also today: Lockdown...
Bonus content - extended interview with Steve Worthington
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Steve Worthington, Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Business and Law at Swinburne University of Technology's business school....
Afternoon Market Report - 23 September 2020
23 Sep 2020
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...
Low rates, fast internet & good news on COVID-19
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank suggests further easing of monetary policy to help the economy, and that could mean lower interest rates. Also today: NSW achieves z...
Bonus content - extended interview with Jessica Sepel
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Jessica Sepel, nutritionist, entrepreneur and founder of JS Health. They discuss how she developed the business and how sh...
Afternoon Market Report - 22 September 2020
22 Sep 2020
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...
Global markets slump as COVID cases surge
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Share markets tumble from Wall Street to Europe and Australia as investors fear that COVID-19 will continue long into 2021. Also today: Infection num...
Bonus content - extended interview with Karl Simich
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Karl Simich, CEO of Sandfire Resources, a copper and gold mining company based in Western Australia. They discuss the comp...
Afternoon Market Report - 21 September 2020
21 Sep 2020
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...
US election changes course as Aussie budget takes shape
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The US election is just six weeks away, with President Trump well behind in the polls. But the death of a Supreme Court judge may have put him back in...
The Week Ahead
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monday September 21, 2020 This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and relea...
Bonus content - extended interview with Carlos Cacho
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to UBS economist Carlos Cacho about the current state of the global economy, and the outlook for Australia as Government support is...
Sunday Feature Interview: Dr John Hopkins
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Sunday Feature Interview, Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr John Hopkins, Innovation Fellow for Swinburne Business School at the Swinburne Unive...
The Weekend Edition
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 19 September 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives ...
Afternoon Market Report - 18 September 2020
18 Sep 2020
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...
Jobs shock, house prices to surge & flights to nowhere
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s unemployment rate tumbled last month, and 111,000 jobs were created. But no-one believes the figures. Also today: The number of cor...
Bonus content - extended interview with Craig Gabriel
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to tennis commentator and journalist Craig Gabriel about the business of tennis - the sponsorships, the prize money, and why we're ...
Afternoon Market Report - 17 September 2020
17 Sep 2020
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...
Australia warned: Don’t poke the dragon
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia needs to work better with China if it wants to succeed in coming decades, warns a leading global businessman. Also today: The OECD upgrades...
Bonus content - extended interview with Graeme McCormack
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Graeme McCormack, Chief Executive Officer of the Food Equity Group, about their pivot during the COVID-19 lockdowns. They ...
Afternoon Market Report - 16 September 2020
16 Sep 2020
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 the economy as Qantas looks for a new home
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank hints that the Australian dollar is too strong and warns on house prices. Also today: Qantas is mulling a shift in head office away ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Jenelle McMaster
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Jenelle McMaster, EY Managing Partner, Oceania Markets, about how CEOs have handled the COVID-19 crisis - what they've learnt, a...
Afternoon Market Report - 15 September 2020
15 Sep 2020
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...
Cheap gas to fuel recovery, as BP calls time on big oil
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will today outline plans for cheap gas supplies to households and businesses to help boost the economy. Also today: The...
Bonus content - extended interview with Nick Pilavidis
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Nick Pilavidis, CEO at the Australian Institute of Credit Management, about the Government's moratorium on insolvent trading cla...
Victoria spends, Rio acts and NAB’s economic plan
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Victoria’s government starts spending in a bid to kickstart its economy, as new COVID-19 cases fall. Also today: Rio Tinto boss loses his...
The Week Ahead
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monday September 14, 2020 This is Fear and Greed's The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and relea...
Bonus content - extended interview with Stephen Koukoulas
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to economist Stephen Koukoulas - aka The Kouk - about consumer sentiment, property, the Federal Budget and more. Find Stephen at th...
Sunday feature interview: Professor Grace McCarthy
12 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Sunday Feature Interview, Sean Aylmer speaks to Professor Grace McCarthy, Dean of the Sydney Business School at the University of Wollo...
The Weekend Edition
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 12 September 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives ...
States in crisis, BHP goes green & Myer’s demise
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The states are in crisis. The NSW Liberals and Nationals are splitting over koalas, three Queensland ministers have quit, and Victorian Labor leader D...
Bonus content - extended interview with Will Young
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Will Young, Founder and Chairman of Campos Coffee, about the remarkable story of growing a hugely successful Australian brand ou...
Fear, more than greed, drives the ASX lower
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian share market tumbles as confidence in the economic recovery falters. Also today: Australian consumers start looking on the brigh...
Bonus content - extended interview with Ben Willee
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Ben Willee, General Manager and Media Director of Spinach advertising agency, about the latest in the media and advertising worl...
Australian economy out of kilter as Wall Street tumbles
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Good news for farmers and job seekers are starting to find work, but Victoria’s economy just gets worse. A slew of economic figures yesterday sh...
Bonus content - extended interview with Jason Falinski
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Jason Falinski, Federal MP for Mackellar and Chair of the Standing Committee on Tax and Revenue. They discuss tax reform p...
The end is nigh for cheques, cash & maybe even cards
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cheques are out, so too cash, and maybe even credit cards. Australians are changing how they pay for goods and services. Also today: Victoria f...
Bonus content - extended interview with Martin Smith
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Martin Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Mainstream Group, about the role of a fund administrator. Martin also has advice ...
Premier under pressure as Feds & business slam Vic lockdown
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Premier Daniel Andrews has extended Victoria’s lockdown, laying out the conditions for an easing of restrictions. It has triggered a barra...
Bonus content - extended interview with Cherelle Murphy
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to ANZ Senior Economist Cherelle Murphy about fiscal policy - what the Government has done so far, what it will do, and what it nee...
Sunday feature interview: Garry Linnell
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Sunday feature interview, Sean Aylmer speaks to Garry Linnell - author, journalist and broadcaster - about two positive stories that st...
The Weekend Edition
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 5 September 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives h...
Purpose over profit: Have the banks turned a corner?
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
ANZ’s boss says that the banks are finally putting community over profit. And he might be right. Also today: Premiers are at loggerheads ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Steve Mills
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Steve Mills, 6PR Breakfast host and part-time bookie, about the business of being a bookmaker. Trackside bookies are a dyi...
We’re officially in recession - but the worst may be over
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has recorded its poorest economic growth result since the second world war, but the worst is over. Also today: AMP puts itself up for...
Bonus content - extended interview with Simon Kuestenmacher
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to demographer Simon Kuestenmacher, Co-Founder and Director of Research at the Demographics Group. They discuss how his resea...
Bad corporate behaviour in the spotlight... again
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s largest insurer, QBE, loses its chief executive over misconduct allegations. Also today: Manufacturing across the United Stat...
Bonus content - extended interview with Greg Robinson
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Greg Robinson, Managing Partner at executive search and board advisory firm Blenheim Partners. They discuss what Greg is looking...
Former PMs fight to be super heroes in sector shakeup
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A major financial services takeover, two former Prime Ministers lash out, and people rush to access superannuation funds. The battle is on for the ret...
Bonus content - extended interview with Karen McWilliams
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Karen McWilliams, Business Reform Leader at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, about encouraging businesses to con...
An earnings season to remember - but not for the right reasons
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The 2020 full year earnings season, which ends today, has been like no other. While many companies warned investors their results were bad, there&rsqu...
Bonus content - extended interview with Diana Mousina
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Diana Mousina, Senior Economist at AMP Capital, about current economic conditions. They discuss consumer spending, busines...
Sunday feature interview: Professor Anthony Forsyth
29 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Sunday feature interview, Sean Aylmer speaks to Professor Anthony Forsyth about the gig economy and labour law in Australia. Professor ...
The Weekend Edition
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 29 August 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week. Sean Aylmer gives his...
Woolworths spearheads retail bounceback
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Woolworths records bumper sales growth, adding to a long list of well-performed retailers. It suggests the local economy is bouncing back. Also ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Ben Amarfio
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Ben Amarfio, CEO of the North Melbourne Football Club, about sport in 2020 - from the business of running a club during the...
Australian dream or nightmare: House prices set to tumble
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
House prices are forecast to tumble, as new residential construction levels hit 20-year lows. Also today: China hits out at Australia, comparing us t...
Bonus content - extended interview with Erin Molan
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to media personality Erin Molan about her new business, Baby Singlets By Erin. Erin shares some of the mistakes she's made al...
Like mallrats fleeing a sinking ship
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The big shopping malls lose billions of dollars, as major retailers pull the plug over tenancy rents. Also today: Signs of border re-openings, ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Associate Professor Peter Phillips
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr Peter Phillips, Associate Professor in Finance & Banking at the University of Southern Queensland, for a crash course in ...