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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 just a few minutes. CPI jumps, AUD hits 3 yr high Grocery wars heat up Morrison’s controversial speech slammed  Rudd may run for UN job UPS to cut 30,000 jobs Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fearandgree...

Wednesday 28 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. BHP pips CBA to lead the ASX Business confidence picks up Hottest property in 2026 Call to name heatwaves after oil, gas companies $Trump tanks Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven money habits that c...

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 just a few minutes. ASX hits three month high Victoria heatwave sets record QLD Premier condemns flag burning DroneShield pipeline worries NRA turns on Trump over Minneapolis shooting Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http...

Tuesday 27 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Inflation to set rates Bluescope looks for buyers Push to replace Sussan Ley intensifies Protests mar Australia Day Fake pilot allegedly scored free flights Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven money ha...

Monday 26 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. New Aussie Ambassador to US Australians reveal long-term finance worries Guzman-Uber deal China’s Xi Jinping fires head of military Elon Musk ponders buying Ryanair Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, s...

After this long weekend, business in Australia returns to normal - the summer holiday period is officially over. Sean and Michael share the best and worst aspects of returning to work. Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our  website...

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week. Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 just a few minutes. ASX flat Libs come out fighting Aussie dollar hits high Gunman search Tik Tok US deal Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 23 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Rate rise in a fortnight? Pressure on Ley to quit Northern Star investor dispute Trump backs down on Greenland Oldest cave painting found   Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven money habits that cou...

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 just a few minutes. ASX jumps 0.8pc National Day of Mourning Gold investment surges Fortescue output surge NZ landslide rescue Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Thursday 22 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Sell America trade heats up Coalition in disarray after Nats resign House and unit prices hit record Aussie cricketers invest in European comp Warner Bros battle heats up Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week,...

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 just a few minutes. ASX down 0.4pc Nationals frontbenchers quit Boost for Aussie space industry Warning over bus ‘kill switch’ Air Force One turns back from Davos Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fearan...

Wednesday 21 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Hate speech laws pass Coal-fired power station extended Superannuation delivers strong results Fashion legend Valentino dies Nike backs pickleball  Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven money habi...

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 just a few minutes. ASX falls Hate speech debate Shark attacks Corporate news A different kind of MAGA Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 20 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Trade war crisis Albanese and Leys talk on hate bill Carriers complain about airfares Aussie billionaires hit 48 Australian Open hard luck story Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, your money bounceback plan...

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 just a few minutes. ASX down, gold hits high One Nation support surges Govt’s housing target cost blowout UK poised to follow social media ban ChatGPT to start showing ads Join our free daily newsletter here . Support the show: http://fea...

Monday 19 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. US hits Europe with Greenland tariffs PM waters down racial bill Holiday makers into Australia surge Australian Open tennis kicks off Cancer success soars Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, your money bounce...

Luxury travel is evolving - it’s no longer just about five-star hotels, but about experiences, space, food and service. Michael Thompson chats with Dylan O'Brien from Luxury Escapes about what luxury travel looks like in 2026, where Australians are heading, and how travellers are redefining what “luxury” really means. This episode is brought to you by Luxury Escapes. Fear & G...

Is the four-day work week realistic, or just wishful thinking? Sean Aylmer talks to Simon Kuestenmacher from The Demographics Group about why Gen X is obsessed with work-life balance, and what global trials really show. Simon explains why productivity hasn’t collapsed in some experiments - and why labour shortages, not lifestyle trends, may ultimately decide where it works and where it doesn...

Australian investors love dividends, and franking credits only add to the appeal. But picking dividend stocks isn’t as simple as buying whatever yielded the most last year. Sean Aylmer talks to Morningstar strategist Lachlan Halloway about what actually makes a dividend sustainable, why ASX yields are lower than the long-run average, and how Morningstar goes about identifying higher-yield op...

Friday 16 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Hate legislation on shaky ground Air traffic chaos Households up their spending NASA’s first medical evacuation Hollywood’s highest grossing actor Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, your money bo...

Global markets have faced renewed volatility following the election of Donald Trump, but how much does it really matter for Australia? Sean Aylmer is joined by Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis to discuss the US, China and the forces shaping the global outlook in 2026. Luci also highlights a fast-growing but under-appreciated success story. This episode is brought to you by Westpac. Fear & Gr...

Thursday 15 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Alphabet hits $US4 trillion Coalition baulks at hate laws Rents set to stabilise Record year for ETFs China’s trade surplus hits record Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, your money bounceback plan....

Wesfarmers is one of the most remarkable success stories on the ASX - a diversified conglomerate thriving in a world where many have failed. Sean Aylmer speaks with Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, about what makes Wesfarmers different. From the extraordinary rise of Kmart’s Anko brand, to Bunnings’ near-monopoly power, and the company’s unique appro...

Wednesday 14 January 2026 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Aussie housing hits $12.3 tr Kevin Rudd steps down as US ambassador Endeavour to compete on price Woolies AI for shoppers World’s fastest growing app Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven money h...