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When the Federal Government legislated Australia's emissions reduction target of 43 per cent by 2030, and net zero emissions by 2050, businesses were given certainty over the road ahead. But now the pressure is on to achieve those emissions reductions goals. Carl Duncan , CEO of energy services company  NRG-ONE , talks to Jennifer Duke about the challenges businesses face in the net zero transitio...

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 closes higher Flight Centre's big turnaround A sad day for Melbourne fashion label $6 billion renewable power pledge ASIC focuses on hardship Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Wednesday 30 August 2023 The Reserve Bank’s incoming governor uses her first major speech to issue a climate change warning.  Also today: Virgin Australia and Flight Centre hit out at the government and Qantas over the blocked Qatar Airways bid Star Entertainment reveals a big loss after a troubled 2023 And federal politicians set to receive their biggest pay rise in a decade Plus don’t miss the l...

Right now, everybody’s talking about AI. The conversation ranges from the global challenges over regulation, right through to how businesses can best use the technology to improve productivity. New research from global small business platform Xero shows that 80% of small businesses are concerned that AI development and adoption is outpacing regulation. James Bergin , Executive General Manager - Te...

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 closes higher Strike threatens global energy markets Joyce backs NZ statehood Good news for renters Women returning to the workforce   Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Tuesday 29 August 2023 The government concedes it is doing Qantas favours, as boss Alan Joyce defends the group’s mega profit in parliament. Fortescue Metals mining boss quits after just six months  Behind Nike ’s record streak of share price losses And Netflix loses subscribers in Australia for the first time in eight years Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Salary, work-life balance, career development, management, culture - knowing what jobseekers value in a role means you stand a better chance of attracting the right people. Sean Aylmer talks to Caroline North, SEEK’s Research Manager for the  Laws of Attraction  survey, about the top priorities for potential employees, and how businesses can use the Laws of Attraction portal to help find the best...

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. Market rises Surprise increase in turnover Recovery effort for lost marines Next DC disappoints Evergrande rejoins market and tumbles Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 28 August 2023 Finally some relief for renters as house auctions stay solid.  Also today: Earnings season wraps up this week with corporate Australia getting a pass mark, but not much better Global office sharing group WeWork teeters on the brink of collapse  And why France is destroying 302 million litres of wine Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

As we near the end of reporting season, it's a good time to sift through the results and pick out the trends. Steven Daghlian , Commsec Market Analyst, gives Sean Aylmer his take on corporate Australia's winners and losers. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listene...

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead , where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too). Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fear & Greed is very excited to be working on the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. There's a new episode every Wednesday - follow the show on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  or wherever you get your podcasts. Original release date: Wednesday 23 August 2023 In this week’s Mumbrellacast:  Krispy Kreme dumped an offensive commercial this week...

26-27 August 2023 Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Find out more: https://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. Widespread falls across ASX WES posts strong profit Dutton ticked off by AEC Henry blasts lack of tax reform Trump posts his own mugshot Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Friday 25 August 2023 Qantas announces a massive profit but is forced to defend airfares and its performance.  Also today: The federal budget is set for 40 years of deficits  Woodside and unions reach an in-principle deal to avoid a global gas crisis And the first US Presidential debate takes place without Donald Trump, but he still got all the headlines Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How D...

Small businesses in Australia are pretty resilient, having faced some challenging conditions in recent years. Sean Aylmer talks to Joseph Lyons ,  Xero ’s Managing Director Asia Pacific, and Louise Southall , Xero’s economist, about the pressures SMEs are facing, and the clever ways Australian businesses are improving their productivity. Xero is a supporter of Fear and Greed. Find out more: https:...

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. Market jump 0.5pc Qantas, Ramsay, Nine results South32 warns on labour costs Nvidia’s doubles down on AI Russian rebel dies in crash Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 24 August 2023 Woolies announces a big jump in profit but faces a growing problem with shoplifting.  Sexual harassment still rife across the country Domino’s boss admits he pushed pizza prices too high Low water levels in the Panama Canal now affecting global shipping Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about getting ahead when you’re a low in...

The needs of small businesses have changed enormously over the last five years - after all, during that time we've had a pandemic, supply chain challenges, a tight labour market and a shift to working from home. Diya Jolly , Chief Product Officer at  Xero , talks to Sean Aylmer about the evolving requirements of SMEs, and the role technology can play in making business easier. Diya Jolly is speaki...

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. Iron ore miners help market Chalmers announces competition review Wisetech plunges 17 pc. Santos profit tumbles BRICS show their heft Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 23 August 2023 BHP reports a $21 billion profit, as it looks to a greener future.  Also today: Coles says fresh food prices are finally falling, but don’t expect drops in dairy  Why Aussies are heading back to the mall Japan prepares to start releasing more than 1 million metric tonnes of treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant. Find out more: https://fea...

During the pandemic, the level of government support meant a lot of businesses remained afloat longer than they normally would have. As a result, we saw a much lower insolvency rate than usual. But the rate of business administrations is now back to pre-COVID levels.  Patrick Coghlan , CEO of  CreditorWatch , talks to Sean Aylmer about the release of the new Business Risk Index , and the sectors m...

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. Big moves on ASX BHP announces $21b profit Tax fraudster gets 15 years Gageler to be Chief Justice Ita Buttrose to leave ABC Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 22 August 2023 The Australian economy is set to slow markedly over coming decades as the population ages.  Also today: QANTAS facing class action over COVID credits  Big changes afoot at Premier Investments, owner of Smiggle, Peter Alexander and more And get set for a hike in insurance premiums Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns are growing about the strength of the Chinese economy. But at the same time, investors are hearing more about Chinese companies like EV maker  BYD , and ecommerce giant  Alibaba . Rob Talevski , CEO of  Webull Australia , gives Sean Aylmer an introduction to investing in Chinese equities. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisi...