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Afternoon Report | CBA surge
21 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: How do you ask your lender for a better rate?
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With interest rates coming down, how do you ask your lender for a better rate? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions o...
RBA open to another rate cut; Coalition splits; Telstra hikes phone plan prices
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 21 May 2025 The Reserve Bank cuts interest rates and leaves the door open for further reductions. And more, including: The Liberal an...
Interview: Why CBA thinks two more cuts might come soon
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday the Reserve Bank cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points. It was widely expected, with all four big banks quickly passing on the rate ...
Afternoon Report | RBA cuts rates
20 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Who loses when rates are cut?
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the losers when interest rates are cut?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, pol...
CBA, Telstra, Wesfarmers hit highs; RBA rate cut likely; Biden cancer diagnosis
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 20 May 2025 Commonwealth Bank, Telstra, Wesfarmers and others hit record, or multi-year, highs despite the market turmoil. And more, inc...
Interview: What a rate cut means for housing affordability
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the Reserve Bank widely tipped to deliver an interest rate cut this afternoon, it's worth a look at the broader impact on house prices and housin...
Afternoon Report | ASX, politics and Lendlease’s royal sale
19 May 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, in ...
RBA set to cut rates; PM attends Papal inauguration; breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 19 May 2025 The Reserve Bank is set to announce an interest rate cut tomorrow afternoon amid gathering clouds on the global economic horizon.&n...
The Week Ahead | 19 May 2025
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's all about the Reserve Bank board meeting today and tomorrow. Plus a look back at last week's wages data and labour force figures, both...
Interview: The good, bad & in-between of private credit
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot on this podcast about the rise of private credit. It’s expanded enormously in the last few years. And there’s been no shorta...
Tesla's twin headaches that nobody's talking about
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tesla has had a rough time lately - sales have slumped, the company's share price has dropped, and boss Elon Musk's attention has been split between h...
The Weekend Edition | 17-18 May 2025
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A massive week for the economy, but a big week in politics too, with new leaders galore. Plus Donald Trump's Middle East tour, BHP's Argentinian jackp...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits 3 month high
16 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: What's more important, fiscal or monetary policy?
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the difference between fiscal and monetary policy, and which one really runs the show?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they ans...
Surprise jobs surge; PM visits Indonesia; Tesla chair’s share sell-off
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 15 May 2025 A surprise jump in the number of jobs won’t be enough to stop an interest rate cut next week. Prime Minister Anthony A...
Interview: Why this startup turned down a monster order in its first year
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Around 66% of branded merchandise ends up in landfill. If you're not careful, it can become an expensive way to get a message out there, with a massiv...
Afternoon Report | Markets and jobs
15 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: How are companies valued at billions without a profit?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some companies get valued at billions before they even make a profit?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on busine...
Big banks’ profit challenge; cattle prices hit 2-year high; Microsoft slashes jobs
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 14 May 2025 Australia’s big banks report more than $15 billion in half year profits, but future growth looks tougher. Local cat...
Interview: What $15.3b in profits tells us about the big banks
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s banks remain pretty resilient in the face of global uncertainty and tension.The major banks had a combined $15.3 billion in profits ...
Afternoon Report | Markets, wages & deals
14 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: How do short sellers make money?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do short sellers make money, and why do some people hate them so much?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business...
Sussan Ley 1st female Lib leader; ASX jumps on US-China tariff pause; iPhone battery overhaul
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sussan Ley becomes the first female leader of the Liberal Party, but is the job a poisoned chalice? And more, including: Share markets surge on...
Interview: How an AFL legend and jail psychologist are changing work culture
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Riewoldt knows a thing or two about working as part of a team - after all, he helped the Richmond Tigers break a 37-year premiership drought.&nbs...
Afternoon Report | Markets and tariffs
13 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why does the Reserve Bank target 2-3% inflation?
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do central banks target 2–3% inflation? What’s so magical about that number?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer que...
Woolies triggers price war; US & China cut tariffs; BHP’s Argentina bet pays off
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 13 May 2025 Woolworths says it’s cutting prices by ten per cent in a move that could trigger a price war in the supermarket sector. ...
Interview: How insurers make money, and what it means for premiums
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Hall, Chief Executive of the Insurance Council of Australia, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on the insurance industry. They cover everything from how ...
Afternoon Report | Pharma sold off
12 May 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, in ...
US-China talk tariffs; Melbourne beats Sydney auctions; Cold War satellite crashes
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 12 May 2025 The United States and China talk on tariffs, while fragile peace negotiations take place between India and Pakistan, and Russia and...
The Week Ahead | 12 May 2025
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's the wage price index and labour force data, as well as a look back at what happened last week in retail sales, and the US Fed leaving ...
Interview: Helping the 'missing middle' as they prepare for retirement
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Giacomo Tarantolo from UniSuper about the challenges faced by Australians approaching retirement. They discuss the increasing ...
The global toy giant you've never heard of
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pop Mart is bigger than Hasbro and Mattel - combined. The Chinese toy company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2020 and hasn't looked back.Fe...
The Weekend Edition | 10-11 May 2025
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find ...
Afternoon Report | Leadership, profits and take-overs
09 May 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, in ...
Leadership battles for Libs, Greens; ANZ posts flat profit; Qantas confident on new planes
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 9 May 2025 The Liberal Party battles over its new leader, the Green loses its leader and the leader of Labor, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, ...
Interview: Why airfares are 'chaotic' as we enter the northern summer
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The tie-up between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia was supposed to increase competition, and reduce airfares for travellers. But as we enter the no...
Afternoon Report | Confession season continues
08 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why do companies do share buybacks?
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do companies decide when to do a share buyback? Why would they do that instead of paying or increasing a dividend?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael T...
NAB says rates will tumble; Dutton’s return to Canberra; law firm’s 24 hour workday
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 8 May 2025 National Australia Bank announces a solid half year profit and tips several cuts in interest rates. And more, including: Fo...
Interview: The world is full of conflict. Should the US step in?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The world seems like a very divided and dangerous place right now. India and Pakistan, Gaza, Ukraine, trade wars and more. But China and the US a...
Afternoon Report | Global hopes
07 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: What is stagflation and why's it so bad?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly is stagflation? And why is it so bad?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, ...
Big biz boosts Australia; Netflix avoids local taxes; consumer, building sectors struggle
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 7 May 2025 Big company bosses push Australia’s strong position in the global economy, highlighting big opportunities for the country.&...
Interview: What happens to the Liberals now?
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While the votes in many seats are still being counted, the result - at least for the Liberal party - couldn’t be more clear: the party is in ser...
Afternoon Report | Confessions season
06 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Who is Australia's Warren Buffett?
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Peter asks: Given the announcement over the weekend of the retirement of Warren Buffett, I have often thought, who is Australia's answer...
PM speaks to Trump, world leaders; Westpac profit disappoints; petrol prices set to fall
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 6 May 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he wants to immediately cut student debts by 20pc, as he spent his first full day back at work...
Interview: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller on his first 141 days in the job
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday Westpac reported a slight dip in first-half earnings, with an interim profit of $3.3 billion - down 1% on the same period last year. But few...
Afternoon Report | Deals and markets
05 May 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, in ...
Albo’s housing and tax agenda; retail spending slows; Buffett retiring after 60 years
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 5 May 2025 Anthony Albanese emphatically returns to the lodge with housing stimulus, tax cuts and electricity rebates high on the agenda. ...
The Week Ahead | 5 May 2025
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fallout from the federal election, likelihood of interest rates cuts, household spending, job ads and more.Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas&...
Interview: Why this investor says the US is "a dangerous place to be operating"
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a chaotic month full of tariffs and market swings, we're now into confession season, when companies might tell investors that earnings and/or re...
Sunday feature: Got a spare billion? Buy a sports team.
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of Alts.coOriginal air date: May 10, 2024Original description: Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and R...
The Weekend Edition | 3-4 May 2025
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's election day at last - but is that a bigger story than the news this week on inflation and interest rates? Plus billionaires galore, from Jeff Be...
Afternoon Report | Election, markets and Wall St.
02 May 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, in ...
Albanese set to beat Dutton; Minecraft saves Woolworths; weight training benefits
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 2 May 2025 Twenty-four hours away from election day and pretty much everything points to a Labor win. And more, including: Woolworths&rs...
Interview: The 'remarkable result' that saw home values rise in every city
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Home values increased in April, with a rise recorded in every capital city and regional market. But will an interest rate cut this month - and possibl...
Afternoon Report | Market peak
01 May 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: How do they count the votes?
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On election night, how are the votes counted?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, polit...
Rate cuts on the way after inflation data; home prices rise; Coles beating Woolies
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 1 May 2025 Interest rates set to fall after the country’s underlying inflation rate fell to its lowest point in three-and-a-half years....
Interview: Has the RBA slain the inflation dragon?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two years ago, inflation was at 7%. Now it's at 2.4%, with the RBA's preferred measure also now within the target band. So is inflation finally under ...
Afternoon Report | Inflation good news
30 Apr 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, in ...
Politics & Stuff | 30 Apr 2025
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the lead-up to the federal election, join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson every week for a look at the latest in campaign news. This week, what we...
Woodside’s $27b bet on LNG; Packer sells Beverly Hills mansion; 100 days of Trump
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 30 April 2025 Energy giant Woodside will spend $27 billion developing an LNG plant in Louisiana in the south of the US, which would put it a...
Interview: Can ex-Virgin boss help Endeavour Group take off?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday former Virgin Australia boss Jayne Hrdlicka was announced as the incoming CEO of Endeavour, the hospitality group that owns Dan Murphy&rsquo...
Afternoon Report | Market peak
29 Apr 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why does a AAA credit rating matter?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's AAA credit rating is at risk from big-spending election promises. What is a credit rating, and why does it matter?Join Sean Aylmer & M...
Aust AAA rating threat; trade war hits ASX companies; TikTok’s pistachio nut craze
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 29 April 2025 Labor and the coalition under fire over big spending policies after a ratings agency warns on the country’s AAA status.&nb...
Interview: "China started this, and Trump has escalated it"
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just 100 days in the White House has seen US President Donald Trump shake up global trade in a huge way.The acknowledgement last week by the US that h...
Afternoon Report | Corporate bonanza
28 Apr 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is immigration good for the economy?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Immigration is a key battleground in the election campaign - but is it good or bad for the economy?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they ans...
Albanese, Dutton dash to the finish; housing sector stumbles; Europe airfares stay high
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 28 April 2025 With five days to go, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are in a mad dash to polling day and political experts say barring a disa...
The Week Ahead | 28 April 2025
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Quarterly CPI data, house price data, retail trade and more. It's a very big week ahead.Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major ...
Interview: Inside the shift from 60/40 to private alternatives
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer speaks with Tom Cranfield, Executive Director at Zagga, about the rise of real estate private credit as a defensive asset. Tom explai...
Sunday feature: How David Bowie changed the future of music rights
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of Alts.coOriginal air date: October 5, 2023Original description: Justin Bieber apparently sold his catalogue for ...
Weekend Edition | 26-27 Apr 2024
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does the election campaign have what it takes to topple Donald Trump's backdown as the biggest story of the week? Plus a remarkable decision by Macqua...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is two-up only legal on Anzac Day?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why is two-up only legal on Anzac Day?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and...
Exit polls give ALP lead; BHP CEO search; the real meaning of Anzac Day
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 25 April 2025 Exit polls suggest there’s an early swing to the ALP in pre-polling. And more, including: BHP searches for a new CEO...
Interview: In the footsteps of the ANZACs
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This interview first aired on Anzac Day in 2023 Anybody who has visited Gallipoli will tell you what a moving experience it is. War historian Mat McLa...
Afternoon Report | Market rises
24 Apr 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why don't we ever talk about silver?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We always hear about gold. Why don't we ever hear about silver?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing...
Trump backdown; the rise & rise of CBA; IMF cuts growth outlook
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 24 April 2025 Donald Trump and his Administration start backing down on tariffs, cost cutting, and threats against senior bureaucrats. ...
Interview: How Merrick Watts broke out of comedy to be taken serious in business
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Merrick Watts made his name in comedy and radio, one half of the very successful duo Merrick & Rosso.More recently he was the winner of the gruell...
Afternoon Report | ASX jumps
23 Apr 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, in ...
Politics & Stuff | 23 Apr 2025
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the lead-up to the federal election, join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson every week for a look at the latest in campaign news. This week, a big p...
Albanese v Dutton fight; Macquarie sheds investment business; EV’s 5 min charge
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 23 April 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton face off in the third debate with a focus on the cost-of-li...
Interview: Japan, Europe and global trade after tariffs
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly three weeks have passed since Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs, and two weeks since many of those tariffs were paused.Big challenges...
Afternoon Report | CBA saves market
22 Apr 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, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Is productivity just working harder?
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is "productivity" just a fancy word for "work harder for the same money"?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business,...
ALP ahead of Coalition; 30,000 businesses with huge tax bills; hybrid v ICE
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 22 April 2025 The federal opposition pushes its law and order credentials, as polls show Labor increasing its lead in the race to polling day....
The Week Ahead | 22 April 2025
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What to make of last week's labour force data, and what to glean from the minutes of the Reserve Bank board (particularly what they tell us about inte...
Interview: The small business wish list for our federal leaders
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses in Australia are under extraordinary pressure right now, from rising costs in energy, rent and insurance, through to cyber attacks an...
Bonus interview: Investing in gold miners
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold is having an extraordinary run right now, with the price of the precious metal soaring to record highs.Shaun Weick, Senior Investment Analyst at ...
Albanese, Dutton election surge; rental growth still high; Bunnings looks at auto
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 21 April 2025 The two federal leaders gear up for the final run into the election. And more, including: Rental growth across the country...
Interview: Why private equity is looming large on the global investment landscape
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Private equity is a growing part of the global investment landscape, offering access to companies not listed on public markets. But selecting the righ...
Inside the $3.5 billion sale of the Pokemon Go phenomenon
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pokemon is one of the ten most valuable licenced brands in the world - and in 2016 it got a major boost with the launch of Pokemon Go, an augmented re...
Weekend Edition | 19-20 Apr 2024
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Federal politics vs the economy - it's a battle for the biggest story of the week. Plus sharemarket news, a pay rise for hundreds of thousands o...