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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 17 December 2020 The Australian population is shrinking and getting older, creating significant challenges for government spending and business investment.  Also today: Australia refers China to the World Trade Organisation over barley. Super funds set to provide positive returns in 2020. And much better waste recycling and telco services needed across the country. Plus an interview...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Damien Cooley, Managing Director of Cooley Auctions and one of Australia's leading auctioneers, about the incredibly resilient housing market in Australia.  They look at the differences in the market for houses and apartments, and the huge demand for high-end property. 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 16 December 2020 A big win for bank shareholders, after the regulator drops rules preventing the lenders from paying much higher dividends. Also today: Prime Minister Scott Morrison said China was breaking free-trade rules after it banned local exports of coal Government set to spend an extra $1 billion on aged care And retailers confident of a boom Christmas Plus an interview with Rob N...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr Rob Newman, CEO and Managing Director of aerial imaging company Nearmap.  Nearmap is a technology startup that is now listed on the ASX with a value greater than $1-billion, making it one of Australia's unicorns.  Sean and Rob discuss the Nearmap business model, and what Australia needs to do to maintain a thriving technology industry capable of competing globall...

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 15 December 2020 Australia’s $85-billion iron ore export sector gets caught up in the Canberra-Beijing trade stoush, as coal is banned from China. Also today: New Zealand and Australia are set to create a travel bubble in March next year The share prices of two of the country’s biggest companies hit new record highs And why the largest group of dental clinics are smiling Plus a...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Adele Ferguson, investigative journalist with The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald and the Australian Financial Review, about the composition of company boards. In particular, they look at the relatively small pool of directors sitting on boards of the ASX300 and the problems that can stem from a lack of diversity of views. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnyst...

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 14 December 2020 China and Europe pledge greater commitments to address climate change, as Australia gets left behind and business has to rethink energy policy.  Also today: Hopes of a deal between the European Union and Britain over Brexit fade triggering panic buying Chinese communist party members infiltrate embassies in Shanghai, including Australia’s And no Christmas slowdow...

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead , where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham review 2020 - the expectations at the start of the year, the dire forecast halfway through, and the relatively positive conclusion in December.  They also look ahead to what we can expect from 2021. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Alan Greenstein, CEO and co-founder of Australian alternative lending platform Zagga.  Alan explains how alternative lending (including peer-to-peer / marketplace lending) works in Australia, who uses it and why the sector is continuing to grow. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 12 December 2020 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 11 December 2020 Regulators around the globe attempt to crackdown on the market power of big technology companies like Facebook and Google. Also today: The government issues debt at negative interest rates for the first time ever Sydney and Melbourne CBDs remain ghostly as workers and shoppers stay away And cricket lovers receive some good news about the Boxing Day test match Plus an interv...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Stuart Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, after the distillery was named International Gin Producer of the Year at the International Wine and Spirits Competition.  In a very entertaining conversation, they discuss how the company was founded, why there's been such a boom in gin, and what's next for Four Pillars. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnyst...

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 10 December 2020 Battle lines are drawn as the federal government introduces major changes to industrial relations in Australia. Also today: Consumer confidence hits a ten year high Iron ore prices keep rising, making Fortescue Metals the country’s 6th largest company And a local gold and nickel miner changes tack, and turns to lithium Plus an interview with Bernard Wilson, chief ex...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Bernard Wilson, CEO of Cashrewards, about the company's successful listing on the ASX and the Cashrewards online shopping intentions survey, which reveals how shopping has changed because of COVID-19. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 9 December 2020 Two massive takeover bids lob for listed companies, as corporate Australia looks towards growth in 2021. Also coming up in today’s podcast A 90-year old Brit receives the first COVID-19 vaccine Business confidence and sentiment surge And new recommendations for safe drinking limits, right before Christmas Plus an interview with James Wagg from KordaMentha about pros...

Sean Aylmer speaks to James Wagg, Executive Director at KordaMentha, about the findings from a survey of the turnaround community about their expectations for 2021.  They discuss the potential for significant numbers of businesses to be in distress, and the likely involvement of distress capital investors. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

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.