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Friday 28 May 2021  Victoria goes into a fourth lockdown, with businesses closing and fears of multi-billion losses for the economy.  Also today: AMP in hot water over sales of insurance products to dead people. Qantas thinks about giving away loyalty points for vaccines. And the annual rich list shows that iron ore and software magnates make the most money. Find out more: https://fearan...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Ahron Young - journalist, entrepreneur and founder of news service Ticker.  They discuss the company's rapid growth in just two years, and the unique revenue model that's fuelling one of Australia's newest media businesses. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 27 May 2021 The head of the Future Fund warns the good times might be over for investors.  Also today: Another six cases of COVID in Melbourne triggers travel warnings and potentially lockdowns. The Senate Inquiry into Aussie Post calls on the PM to apologise to the former CEO. And Australia’s biggest private hospital group spends more than $3 billion in the UK. Find out more:...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Eva Scheerlinck, CEO of the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees, about the Your Future, Your Super legislation, which the AIST believes shouldn't proceed in its current state. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 26 May 2021 Australia records one of its largest trade surpluses ever, but there are signs the best for commodities boom might be over. Also today: Banks and miners lead the local share market higher. Another five cases of COVID19 in Melbourne triggers lockdowns and travel bans.  And one of the year’s biggest IPOs disappoints. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See om...

Michael Thompson talks to Karyn West, founder and Managing Director of Apostle Funds Management, about ethical investing - how decisions are made on whether an investment meets the required standard, and whether there is any compromise on returns. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 25 May 2021 Authorities race to stem a new outbreak of community transmitted COVID-19 in Melbourne, as states ramp up their vaccine rates. Also today: Gold stocks surge as the iron ore miners tumble as commodity prices shift. Rules for global companies are set to change, meaning big tech should pay more tax in Australia.  And Crown Resorts under fire in the Victorian Royal Commission....

Sean Aylmer speaks to Scott Haslem, Chief Investment Officer at Crestone Wealth Management, about cryptocurrency - whether it should be part of an investment portfolio, and how to manage the extraordinary volatility of the market. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 24 May 2021 Cryptocurrencies tumbled over the weekend and their volatility has started bleeding into other financial markets. Also today: Britain and Australia set to announce a free trade deal, but farmers will have to wait for the spoils.  Superannuation funds on track for their best return since 2013. And home loan lending rates start to creep higher. Find out more: https://fearandg...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Jessica Irvine, senior economics writer at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, about whether the recent Federal Budget has improved economic conditions for Australian women. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Adam Lang speaks to Dr James Fielding, CEO and co-founder of Audeara, which listed on the ASX last week. Audeara creates headphones capable of testing and compensating for hearing deficiencies. James shares their startup and IPO story, and where they intend to take their incredible technology. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 22 May 2021  This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his take on the week's business news, including: The biggest story The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar) The most remarkable story Sean's favourite story Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 21 May 2021 Australia’s unemployment rate falls to a post pandemic low despite 30,000 jobs being lost.  Also today: Qantas says it’s finally turning the corner, after conceding it had lost $16 billion in revenue during the pandemic.  Billions of dollars of new taxes for Victorian businesses and property buyers. And a lesson in how not to sack staff, from the NBN. Find...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr Kathleen Adams, marketing lecturer at RMIT, about Walmart - retail icon and the largest private employer in the world.  They talk about the history of this incredible company, why it's been so successful, and why you won't find one in Australia. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 20 May 2021 The local sharemarket had its worst day in three months losing $43 billion in value, as equities around the globe and cryptocurrencies take a dive. Also today: Signs of wages growth emerge in the Australian economy. Get ready for a fire sale of inner-city apartments. And new laws to make it easier to get a loan in doubt. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystud...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Leah Calnan, President of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, about the Victorian Government's plans to increase stamp duty, compared to the NSW Government's proposal to abolish the inefficient tax. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 19 May 2021 The Reserve Bank and Treasury playdown inflation concerns but are still worried about the labour market in Australia. Also today: The Fair Work Commission delivers a blow to the gig economy.  China looks to mine its own iron ore. And the big retailers and manufacturers agree to phase out single use plastics by 2025. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystu...