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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.

Adam Lang speaks to Rob Wong, CEO of ASX-listed medical technology company Control Bionics.  It's a remarkable story - Control Bionics helps patients with some of the most debilitating conditions to communicate. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 8 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 pr...

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 7 May 2021 China cuts economic dialogue ties with Australia as the spat between Canberra and Beijing escalates.  Also today: NAB reports a bumper profit and promises to lift its dividends, but its share price falls. NSW introduces new restrictions after two community cases of COVID-19 are recorded. And Tabcorp receives another bid for its gaming and wagering divisions. Find out more: h...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Carsguide editor Malcolm Flynn about the worldwide shortage of microchips causing major headaches for car companies.  They also discuss the slow take-up of electric vehicles 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 6 May 2021 ANZ announces a $3 billion profit, as its home loans business accelerates in part thanks to the Hoff. Also today: The corporate regulator sues Westpac over allegations of insider trading. NSW records a community transmitted case of COVID 19, triggering lockdown fears.. And plenty of corporate news this morning from Wesfarmers, QBE, CSL and others. Find out more: https://fearand...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Roby Sharon-Zipser, founder and CEO of hipages.  The app and web platform is changing the way we engage tradespeople - and with 1.4-million jobs listed last year and a successful IPO, it's a terrific success story. 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 5 May 2021 The Reserve Bank upgrades its growth forecast but interest rates are on hold for the foreseeable future.  Also today: The local share market heads towards a new record as gold miners surge, but Wall Street sells off heavily overnight. The PM announces big spending in WA and northern areas of the country.  And there’s a host of corporate news this morning, mostl...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Simon Kuestenmacher, co-Founder and Director of The Demographics Group, about recent data showing just how hard the tourism sector has been hit by COVID-19.  They also talk about booming house prices, our shrinking population and more. 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 4 May 2021 Westpac announces a bumper half year profit, including bigger dividends, sending all the big banks’ share prices higher.  Also today: The pace of growth of house prices falls, but peak property is still some time away. Job ads surge suggesting that even the end of JobKeeper can’t stop the employment market.  And airfare wars are back and that’s good n...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Jason Ireland, Partner at McGrath Nicol, about the new rules governing cashflow and working capital.  The new requirements shift the burden from small business to big business, with big penalties for non-compliance. 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 3 May 2021 Warnings of inflationary pressures in the US economy spooks equity markets, as the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out around the world picks up steam.  Also today: The federal government prepares to spend $1.7 billion on childcare in next week’s budget. The Tax Office lists the deductions it will keep a close eye on this tax season. And the beleaguered AMP faces up to its share...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Louise Davidson, CEO of the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors, about the stand her members are taking on climate action.  ACSI - whose members on average own 10% of every company on the ASX200 - has now released a list of expectations for companies exposed to climate-related risks, in an effort to make those companies consider their position. Find out more:...

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 Elinor Kasapidis, Senior Manager of Tax Policy at CPA Australia, about calls for a standard deduction for personal tax returns.  It's been proposed a number of times - so why hasn't the process been simplified yet? Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 1 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 pr...

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 30 April 2021 The federal government set to spend up big in the budget to boost skills training.  Also today: Buying is cheaper than renting in the majority of Australian suburbs. Woolworths sales disappoint and its share price tumbles. And China-Australia relation stake another turn for the worse. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Michael Smith, China correspondent for the Australian Financial Review, about his new book  The Last Correspondent .  Mike was forced to flee China last year after a midnight visit to his house by Chinese secret police. 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.