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The local share market tumbled almost 3% as tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices sharply higher, and investors started worrying about the impact on global growth. Sean Aylmer speaks with AMP’s Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy, Dr Shane Oliver, about why oil shocks still matter for markets, how long this volatility might last, and whether investors should be worried ab...

This is the  Fear & 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 sinks on oil fears Airlines expand refunds Iran soccer team safety fears Boomers’ wealth hits $6 trillion Ex-rapper wins Nepal election Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.co...

Monday 9 March 2026 The local share market is set to tumble after the price of oil pushes above $US92 a barrel.  Some petrol wholesalers begin rationing supplies to service stations Australia Post managed to deliver more than 3,000 parcels a minute during the Christmas rush A strong week for auctions How the boom in date centres created a boom in “man camps” Join our free daily ne...

Are we too negative about the economy? After last week's strong GDP figure - and some welcome news about productivity - Michael Thompson talks to economist Stephen Koukoulas about whether we're too quick to talk down the economy... and whether the green shoots can last. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean hits Michael and Adam with five questions — no notice, no prep — all about how they use the internet, their trust in AI, and whether Google has a place in search anymore. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A surprisingly strong result for the economy, volatile financial markets, a landmark legal case affecting all Australian companies, and a $200 million radio show disintegrates.  Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate. Join our  free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandg...

This is the  Fear & 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. Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Sean Aylmer spoke with Domain President Jason Pellegrino about what CoStar ownership means for the platform - from residential scale to a new commercial-property data push. This week, the conversation shifts to leadership: how you guide a company through major change, how you bring two cultures together, and what it’s like returning to the same business - as the same leader - and...

Friday 6 March 2026 The former directors of Star Entertainment are found to have not broken the law, when hundreds of millions of dollars was laundered through the company’s casino operations.  Canadian PM Mark Carney calls for a collaboration of middle power countries.  Australia’s major airports spend up big, but customers are likely to bare the cost Mexican theme restauran...

This is the  Fear & 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 bounces 0.4pc Military to help stranded Aussies home Household spending rises Airport parking profits surge China’s low growth target Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com....

Thursday 5 March 2026 Economic growth in Australia accelerates, increasing the likelihood of higher interest rates.  The local sharemarket has its worst day since April last year Oil prices surge, while gold prices fall Fighting in the Middle East escalates as Australia rushes to get citizens home A new type of drug that resists overdoses Plus the second interview in our Accelerator series wi...

Australia’s economy is growing faster than expected. New GDP figures show the economy expanded by 2.6 per cent through 2025 — its fastest pace in almost three years — helped by government spending, strong business investment including data centres, and resilient consumer demand. Belinda Allen, Head of Australian Economics at Commonwealth Bank, joins Sean Aylmer to unpack the numb...

This is the  Fear & 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 1.9pc Commercial flights leave Dubai for Sydney Businesses reject push for 5 weeks leave Endeavour to keep liquor & pubs Apple launches new Macbooks Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https:...

Wednesday 4 March 2026 The Reserve Bank Governor warns that another rate hike is a live option as the Iranian conflict pushes oil prices higher.  The Middle East conflict escalates with the Australian Defence Force headquarters in the UAE hit The richest programme in radio, the Kyle and Jackie O Show, collapses after a spat between the two stars Apple and Google launch versions of cheaper mob...

Enterprise AI is moving fast,  and it’s already moved beyond large language models. The focus now is on “agentic AI”: systems that combine raw AI intelligence with business logic, workflows and governance to deliver predictable, enterprise-grade outcomes. Sean Aylmer speaks with Sanjna Parulekar, Senior Vice President of Product Marketing for Agentforce at Salesforce, about...

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 Amazon data centres hit by drones Melbourne hotels disrupted by Iran conflict Canada PM Mark Carney arrives in Australia Aldi slips as Coles and Woolies grow Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: http...

Tuesday 3 March 2026 Fighting in the Middle East widens with 12 countries, including the UK, drawn into the conflict, as oil prices surge.  The February reporting season wraps up, and analysts say it was one of the strongest in recent years Parliament returns to Canberra as Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers celebrate birthdays Ampol may need to offload more than 50 service stations to push th...

Australian employers are making progress on closing the gender pay gap, but there’s still a lot of work ahead. The Workplace Gender Equality Agency's new report shows half of employers are now recording a pay gap below 11.2 per cent. More organisations are within the target range but half still sit above it, and men remain almost twice as likely to occupy the highest paid roles. Mary Wooldri...

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. Energy companies surge Oil soars Mining profits jump Barrenjoey deal Texas shooting Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 2 March 2026 Oil, gas and gold prices set to soar after US and Israel forces kill the leader of Iran.  House prices in Sydney and Melbourne flatline Anthony Albanese takes a hit to his popularity on the back of Angus Taylor’s rise Woolworths wins some ground in the battle against Coles Paramount Skydance set to buy Warner Bros Discovery Join our free daily newsletter here . And d...

A bumper week for the economy: December quarter GDP, household spending figures, building approvals and more. Michael Thompson is joined by economist  Stephen Koukoulas  to explore what it all means for Australian businesses, households and the RBA's battle against inflation. Join our  free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listen...

This week on Fear & Greed Q&A, Michael puts Sean and Adam on the spot with five rapid-fire questions — no notice, no prep — all about airlines, loyalty programs, business class, and the little things that make flying either a joy… or deeply irritating. With Qantas reporting record profits and the loyalty program battle with Virgin heating up, the trio unpack whether poin...

Company results galore, an inflation surprise, and two of the best CEO performances of the past couple of years - all in one week.    Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate. Join our  free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listene...

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 record again Coalition won’t release review Last day of earnings season ASIC v Budget Direct Block slashes 40% of jobs Join our free daily newsletter here . Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omny...

Friday 27 February 2026 Qantas unveils a record profit but a slowdown in its international business sends its share price tumbling.  Global share markets, including the ASX, hit record levels Mobile phones set to blast a test emergency warning across the country The latest in the tax debate Donald Trump becomes further embroiled in the Epstein files Join our free daily newsletter here . And d...