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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 ...
AMP unravels, Fortescue’s payday and Rio’s disgrace
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
AMP’s chair steps down, and its new head of wealth management is demoted, as the group tries to stem the fallout from its sexual harassment scan...
Bonus content - extended interview with Jeremy Fleming
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Jeremy Fleming, Managing Director of Stage Kings, about one of the few good news stories to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.&n...
Federation strains as states stay closed & told to spend
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
State governments are under pressure to create jobs and open borders, as the Federal Government and bureaucrats work to boost economic growth. &n...
Bonus content - extended interview with Matthew Kidman
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Matthew Kidman, Principal at Centennial Asset Management, about reporting season - a must-listen interview for any investor.Find...
Sunday feature interview: Associate Professor Gordon Menzies
22 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Fear and Greed's Sunday feature interview this week, Sean Aylmer speaks to Associate Professor Gordon Menzies from the University of Technology, Sy...
The Weekend Edition
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 22 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...
Qantas $2bn loss; business fights to reopen borders
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s most iconic company, Qantas, reports a $2 billion loss and says clear skies are still some way away. Also today: National Cabinet m...
Bonus content - extended interview with Penny Spencer
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Penny Spencer, Founder and Managing Director of the Spencer Group of Companies, about the state of the travel industry. Th...
CSL leads ASX, Wall Street surges & Apple hits $US2-trillion
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s biggest company, CSL, reports a big profit as it expands its push to manufacture a COVID19 vaccine. Also today: Tech giant Apple br...
Bonus content - extended interview with Anthony James (AJ)
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Anthony James, better known as AJ - Group CEO Innovation & Growth at Trinity Consulting Services. They discuss innovat...
BHP’s bumper profit, vaccine hopes, China threatens wine
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
BHP, the big Australian, wants to go green, after announcing a bumper profit. Also today: Australia nears a deal to buy 25 million COVID-19 vaccines,...
Bonus content - extended interview with Megan Motto
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Megan Motto, Chief Executive Officer of the Governance Institute of Australia, for a crash course in governance - what it is, wh...
Share price winners from lockdowns - will it last?
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Strong results from household goods retailers, led by JB HiFi, has triggered a boom for shareholders, but how long can it last? Also today: 25 ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Brett Galvin
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Brett Galvin, co-founder and Director of The Mint Partners, about communications, public relations, and how to maintain a brand ...
Fight over super in bid to kickstart economy
16 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Federal Government is considering delaying increases to superannuation payments in an effort to boost economic growth. Also today: Australi...
Bonus content - extended interview with Jo Masters
16 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Jo Masters, Chief Economist at EY, about the labour market, the general state of the economy, the housing market and earnings ...
Sunday feature interview: Professor Robert Breunig
15 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Fear and Greed's Sunday feature interview this week, Sean Aylmer speaks to Professor Robert Breunig, Chair of Tax Policy and Public Finance at the ...
The Weekend Edition
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 15 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...
What a day: Profits slump, 1m jobless & Middle East breakthrough
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Investors dump Telstra and AGL, but can’t get enough of AMP, QBE and Treasury Wines. What a bumper 24 hours of profits. Also today: An historic...
Bonus content - extended interview with Brendan O'Shannassy
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Brendan O'Shannassy, founder of Katana Maritime, about the exotic, secretive world of superyachts. Brendan has years of ex...
The swagger’s back: Commonwealth Bank announces $7.3b profit
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Commonwealth Bank reports a $7.3 billion half year profit, as other corporates feel the impact of COVID-19. But the market’s reaction ...
Bonus content - extended interview with Stephen Ferguson
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Stephen Ferguson, National CEO of the Australian Hotels Association, about the current state of the industry in Australia.&nbs...
One economy, two speeds and a surging share market
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A two paced national economy has emerged – Victoria and the rest – making recovery much more difficult. Also today: Russia claims to have...
Bonus content - extended interview with Ava Matthews
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Ava Matthews, entrepreneur and co-founder of Ultra Violette. Ava describes how they developed and marketed a brand that no...
PM: Lockdowns to continue for the rest of 2020
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister says some lockdown restrictions will be in place for the rest of this year. It’ll be a tough end to the 2020, and a soft star...
Bonus content - extended interview with John Winter
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to John Winter, CEO of the Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association (ARITA). They discuss the impact ...
Signs of life as reporting season heats up
09 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Earnings season in Australia has begun, with some good results and some bad results. But there is a sense of optimism among investors. Also toda...
Bonus content - extended interview with Stephen Koukoulas
09 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks to Stephen Koukoulas, aka The Kouk - formerly the Chief Economist of Citibank, head of global research in London for TD Securities,...
Sunday feature interview: Julia Newbould
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Fear and Greed's Sunday feature interview this week, Sean Aylmer speaks to Money Magazine Editor-at-Large Julia Newbould about the hot topics in th...
The Weekend Edition
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday, 8 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 ...
Businesses lash out as lockdowns hit bottom line
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The business community says draconian lockdown rules are ruining the economy, as profits and growth start to suffer. Also today: The Federal Governme...