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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.

1-2 July 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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 30 June 2023 Retail sales surge while there are signs the labour market is slowing.  Also today: Former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian to avoid criminal charges despite ICAC finding she engaged in corrupt conduct Can Taylor Swift save the Australian economy from a recession?  And even the King of England is worried about the cost of living Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They A...

Nearly 40% of Australians no longer carry a wallet, instead using smartphones and watches to pay for goods. But what about the other end of the transaction? Paul Weingarth , co-founder and CEO of  Slyp , talks to Sean Aylmer about how their digital receipt platform secured the support of all four big banks ( Commonwealth ,  Westpac ,  NAB  and  ANZ ) as well as major retailers like  Chemist Wareho...

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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 29 June 2023 A surprise fall in inflation raises hopes of a pause in rate hikes.  Also today: A former senior federal Liberal MP alleged to have been part of a plan to funnel money to him in return for government contracts A parliamentary inquiry recommends banning online gambling advertisements And why three Aussie unis have soared up the world rankings Plus don’t miss the latest episode...

Ten years ago,  Peter Gray  and  Larry Diamond  started buy now, pay later provider  Zip Co . Since then, it's soared through the sector's golden age, and survived the tough times that followed. So what now for the pioneering fintech? Peter and Larry talk to Sean Aylmer about reaching the ten year milestone, and what the future holds for Zip and the broader BNPL sector. Find out more: https://fear...

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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 28 June 2023 APRA forces Medibank to hold an extra $250 million in capital after last year’s cyber breach, setting a scary precedent for the industry.  Also today: Things are booming at KFC as consumers look for value Qantas says the consumer slowdown shouldn’t affect earnings And there’s a labour shortage in the dairy sector – and the labourers are cows Plus don’t miss the latest episod...

Blockchain and horse racing don't appear to have a lot in common. But an Australian startup is using the technology to sell shares in racehorses for as little as $75. Steve Piek , founder and CEO of  BTX Racing , talks to Sean Aylmer about investing in racing, and the potential for technology to change the industry. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before makin...

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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 27 June 2023 Australia promises more military equipment for Ukraine as the pressure grows on Russian President Vladimir Putin. Also today: Metcash , the supplier to IGA and Mitre 10, says sales are roaring along. Change is afoot in the laser surgery industry in Australia. Why the New Zealand Prime Minister took two planes with him to China Plus, with Ticketek ’s site crashing due to demand...

Australia Post' s price rises for parcel and package delivery services are expected to hit small businesses in the midst of the ecommerce boom. Now one of Australia Post' s competitors is voicing concerns about the way the postal service does business. James Chin Moody , founder and CEO of Sendle , tells Sean Aylmer why it's a 'monopoly wrapped in a habit', and how technology is helping to disrupt...

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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 26 June 2023 Australia is heading towards a recession, according to market economists.  Also today: Bitcoin records one of its strongest weeks of the year The global bosses of PwC take over the Australian operations in an effort to stem the crisis engulfing the firm And Vladamir Putin seriously weakened after the aborted coup over the weekend Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See...

Globally, it’s been a pretty good year so far for tech stocks. The likes of Apple and Microsoft have been soaring… and Nvidia has ridden the AI boom to become a trillion-dollar company. But what’s it all mean for the local tech sector? Elise Kennedy , Head of Technology Research and Director of Equity Research at Jarden , talks to Sean about tech stocks including  Seek , REA , Domain , Carsales ,...

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.

24-25 June 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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 22 June 2023 The Voice dominates the last session of parliament with Opposition Leader Peter Dutton calling on the government to cancel the referendum.  Also today: The local share market tumbles with tech stocks sold off. BHP boss Mike Henry says the same job, same pay legislation will be a “productivity killer” which will cost BHP $1.5bn a year. And Indonesia gives everyone a five day wee...

How has advertising changed in the post-pandemic world? Are brands more risk-averse - and does it all revolve around TikTok now? Sean Aylmer talks to Justin Graham , Group CEO at  M&C Saatchi  ANZ, and Global Head of Advertising, from Cannes, the most prestigious advertising festival in the world. 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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A steady improvement tipped for the housing market over the next year, as the country’s biggest lender changes its rules on how it lends. Also today: Telstra and TPG Telecom blocked from sharing infrastructure in regional Australia Andrew and Nicola Forrest donate $5 billion to their own charity  And Qantas falls from 5th to 17th in the latest rankings of world airlines Plus don’t miss the latest...

The house price downturn will be shortlived, with the next financial year to see a 'well-established, steady' recovery across the country. Dr Nicola Powell , Chief of Research and Economics at Domain , takes Sean Aylmer through the big predictions in the Domain Forecast Report - including the cities tipped to see record prices. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listene...