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Inflation jumped by 6.1 per cent in the 12 months to the end of June, as rising fuel prices and homebuilding costs ate into household budgets. EY Oceania Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about how many more big numbers we can expect to see, and what it all mean for interest rates and business.   Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

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Wednesday 27 July 2022 Wine exports tumble thanks to China, but Americans are taking a liking to Aussie reds.   Also today: QANTAS is no longer the largest carrier of passengers into and out of Australia.  The used car boom is petering out And guess which singer is commanding $42,000 a seat in Vegas? Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property has enjoyed a tremendous boom in the last couple of years. According to the ABS, in 2021 residential property prices rose 23.7%. But with interest rates now rising, the growth has faltered - and in some parts of the country, prices are now going backwards. How far will they go, and how quickly? Sean Aylmer is joined by two eminent guests who disagree over the outlook for the property mark...

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Tuesday 26 July 2022 Travel companies are back in favour with investors.  Also today: Crown Resorts finally announces a date to open its Sydney casino.  One of the country’s richest couples buys into renewable energy. And good news for avo lovers Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With unemployment at its lowest level in almost half a century, the battle for workers is intense. And it means some companies are promising big bonuses in an effort to retain (and lure) top-performing staff. But with inflation and costs soaring in an uncertain economy, can they afford it? Andrew Hanson, Managing Director - NSW at global recruitment consultancy Robert Walters, talks to Sean Aylmer...

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Monday 25 July 2022 Parliament is back this week with the economy expected to define the Albanese government.  Also today: The construction watchdog to be overhauled.  Rising COVID numbers spark calls for restrictions And Amazon gets into health care. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ASX has been one of the beneficiaries of recent turmoil in global markets, with more investors choosing to stick with local companies. Brendan Doggett, country manager at Sharesies AU, tells Sean Aylmer what Australian investors have been buying and selling, both here and overseas. This information is general in nature - you should get professional advice before making any investment decisions...

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.

Is there any worse job than being asked to organise the office Christmas party? And what happened when Sean went to dinner with two of the country's top restaurant critics? The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - tackle the big issues in the world of business. If you enjoy Safeword, you can get it in its own feed every Thursday - three days early! Get it free here:...

23-24 July 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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Albanese government is under fire on issues from foot and mouth disease and COVID, through to aged care and climate legislation.  Also today: China attacks the AUKUS sub deal. The price of new release Grange hits $1,000 And Elon Musk calls the price of lithium "insane" Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good and Fugly is a social enterprise aiming to challenge the big supermarkets and eliminate food waste. It's a model that's growing quickly, with more than $1m in revenue in just its second year. Good and Fugly founder Richard Tourino talks to Sean Aylmer about taking on the grocery giants. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 21 July 2022 The RBA Governor warns that interest rates could double in coming months.  Also today: A cracking day on the local share market The Victorian Labor government criticised heavily, and repeatedly, in a report into the culture of the party And the show that saved Netflix Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Bank of Queensland received a $132,000 fine for issues relating to Open Banking. It highlighted the challenges involved in transitioning a 148-year-old organisation into the digital economy. It's particularly difficult when the bank has acquired multiple brands, all with their own legacy systems. BOQ Chief Information officer Craig Ryman tells Sean Aylmer about the bank's $440m technology tra...

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Wednesday 20 July 2022 The Reserve Bank warns on home loans.  Also today: Pleas for people to start wearing masks again as the COVID spread escalates JB HiFi’s bumper online sales And the chair of Tesla says Australia’s lithium industry is the greatest opportunity of the century Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As climate regulations change, the requirements for businesses will change too - and this comes with legal risk. Coupled with cyber risk, there are some major challenges for boards and executives to grapple with. Persia Navidi is a partner at Hicksons Lawyers, specialising in climate and cyber risk. She talks to Sean about what these risks look like, and why businesses need to be prepared. This in...

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Tuesday 19 July 2022 The federal Treasurer warns of tough times ahead.  Also today: ANZ bids for Suncorp, but needs to get through regulatory barriers A new report reveals how many high-paid jobs are going to people with government links And how Thor – that’s the movie – is turning into one of the biggest films of the year Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Chris Vein worked in the White House under three Presidents: Ronald Reagan, George HW Bush and Barack Obama. He's also worked at the World Bank. He tells Sean why he took the job as Chief Executive of the Australian Computer Society, and what the new Digital Pulse report tells us about the huge opportunities in the sector. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for...