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

Thursday 27 October 2022 Inflation hits a 32 year high, opening the way for larger interest rate hikes.  Also today: The federal budget receives a warm response, but there’s anger over energy prices.  Poor regulation responsible for billions of dollars being laundered in NSW And why the makers of Cadbury chocolate are trying to boost the wages of its cocoa growers.     Plus don’t miss the latest e...

Cybercrime - and ransomware in particular - is booming. Almost 70% of Australian businesses have suffered a ransomware attack in the last five years, up from 31% last year. Darren Hopkins and Shane Bell, cyber partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, talk to Sean Aylmer about what happens behind the scenes during a cyber attack - and share the chilling audio of a ransomware demand left in a voicemail. M...

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Wednesday 26 October 2022 A billion dollar spend on housing the centrepiece of last night’s budget.  Also today: Medibank concedes its cyberattack is wider than first thought Coles ramps up the use of drones to deliver supermarket items to customers.  And a new report says that kids who game for more than three hours a day have better memories and impulse control. Plus don’t miss the latest episod...

There weren't a lot of surprises in last night's budget - but there's still plenty to dissect. Gareth Aird, Head of Australian Economics at the Commonwealth Bank, talks to Sean Aylmer about government spending, economic forecasts and the cost of living crisis. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 25 October 2022 Tonight’s budget to forecast much lower economic growth and a pullback in spending Also today: Qantas boss Alan Joyce says the airline was 11 weeks from collapsing at the height of the pandemic Commonwealth Bank to offer mobile phone plans And Taylor Swift breaks Spotify Please take our short anonymous survey telling us what you want to hear, and what's important to you and...

Social media can be an unpleasant place for both users and advertisers. WeAre8 aims to change that - promising a platform free from hate, that good's for the planet and puts money back in the wallet of those using it. Sean Aylmer speaks to Sue Fennessy - founder and CEO of WeAre8, and one of the most respected tech and media entrepreneurs in the world. WeAre8 is a supporter of Fear and Greed Find...

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.

House prices show strength, even as the Reserve Bank prepares for a 20 per cent slump in prices.  Also today: It’s a massive week for the economy with the federal budget tomorrow night and inflation figures on Wednesday set to provide insight into future rate rises The first cargo ship with a sail set to reach port today China’s President Xi Jinping given third five-year term, with a focus on secu...

A year ago, coal companies couldn't find many friends. Now, on the back of huge demand and soaring prices, they're reporting record results. Brett Reynolds, Chief Investment Officer at Tiger Brokers Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about what it all means for investors considering coal miners. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions....

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead , where Sean Aylmer and Cherelle Murphy 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.

22-23 October 2022 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. Please take our  short anonymous survey  telling us what you want to hear, and what's important to you and your investments!    Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Friday 21 October 2022 Medibank says criminals have information about its members’ medical histories and have threatened to release them if the health insurer doesn’t pay a ransom.  Also today: Unemployment disappoints but is still at a 50 year low.  UK Prime Minister Liz Truss quits after just six weeks And the deputy Greens leader is sacked after admitting she went out with a bikie gang boss as...

With unemployment still extraordinarily low, the skills shortage isn't improving anytime soon. But the 2021 Census tells us a lot about the shifting nature of work - where we do it, how the pandemic has changed it, and what we need to do fill the gaps in an ageing workforce. Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of The Demographics Group, takes Sean Aylmer through the latest data from the Census. Find o...

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Thursday 20 October 2022 The federal government unveils big spending on infrastructure ahead of next week’s budget but warns of a cost blowout in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.  Also today: Australia under pressure from the leaders of both Japan and Israel  The Netflix rollercoaster continues, with the streamer gaining 2.4m subscribers And Rolls Royce goes electric Plus don’t miss the l...

Small businesses that survived the pandemic are now being hit by inflation, rising interest rates, staff and skills shortages, and ongoing supply chain problems. To put it simply - many small and family businesses are now just exhausted. Bruce Billson, former Cabinet Minister and now Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, talks to Sean Aylmer about some of the challenges facing the sector...

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Wednesday 19 October 2022 The Reserve Bank warns that interest rates will be rising into next year.  Also today: Rio Tinto looks to end a 50-year feud to increase its iron ore output  September quarter earnings season has begun on Wall Street And why banks might charge customers with homes on flood plains higher interest rates Plus every Wednesday get the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?...

Liz Truss only became the UK Prime Minister six weeks ago, and there is already mounting pressure for her to resign. Latika Bourke, The Age and SMH journalist in London, talks to Sean Aylmer about why the UK Government's massive tax cut policy has been so disastrous. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 18 October 2022 The flood crisis in Victoria, Tasmania and NSW escalates as businesses start downgrading earnings on the back of the weather.  Also today: The Star hit with a $100 million fine and it loses its licence, sort of  Frightening effects of long COVID outlined in new report And luxury car sales surge Please take our short anonymous survey telling us what you want to hear, and wha...