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Tuesday 8 December 2020 The Prime Minister wants more fintechs to shift to Australia as the Reserve Bank indicates a light regulatory touch for parts of the sector.  Also today: Victoria and NSW lose their AAA credit ratings A new $3 billion bid for Link Group And Facebook and Google close to a deal with the government over content Plus an interview with BPAY CEO John Banfield about the payme...

Sean Aylmer speaks to John Banfield, CEO of BPAY, about innovation in financial technology and how the company continues to evolve. 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.

The competition watchdog wants to make it easier for people to switch home loans, thereby boosting competition. Also today: COVID-19 cases in the United States soar Major changes in labour laws set to be introduced in parliament this week And the biggest float of the year hits the ASX with a bang Plus an interview with EY chief economist Jo Masters about how the local economy is performing. Find o...

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 speaks to EY Chief Economist Jo Masters about Australia's economic growth, the headwinds we need to be wary of, and how the other major global economies are travelling. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday 6 December 2020 In this week's feature interview, Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Glen Farrow, a trained general surgeon and specialist medical officer in the Australian Army about his book Frontline Patient Safety .  They discuss some of the lessons in the book, as well as some of Dr Farrow's experiences from his fascinating career. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudi...

Saturday, 5 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 pri...

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.

Iron ore prices have hit a seven-year high and the Aussie dollar has surged, sending miners share price to multi-year records. Also today: Macquarie Group spends $2.3 billion on a US funds management business Qantas says things are picking up across the country And new car sales jump with utes and SUVs leading the way Plus an interview with Beverley McGarvey, Chief Content Officer & Executive...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Beverley McGarvey, Chief Content Officer & Executive Vice President of ViacomCBS Australia and New Zealand (Network Ten) about the business of television. 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 3 December 2020 Australia emerges from recession with the strongest pace of growth in 45 years.  Also today: Britain green lights the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for COVID-19, with the first jabs expected in days NSW eases restrictions, after another day of no new community transmission of the coronavirus across the country And an old fashioned book seller gets ready to list on the ASX L...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Mary Aldred, Chief Executive of the Franchise Council of Australia, for a 101 on franchising.  They cover the benefits and risks of the franchise model, and how the sector has fared during the COVID-19 pandemic. 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 2 December 2020 The housing market in Australia is heading back towards pre-COVID levels, with prices rising across the country.  Also today: The Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold and says the economic recovery is underway Australia wins international support in its stoush with China And why the share prices of fast food operators are surging Plus an interview with McGrathNicol Advis...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Jason Ireland, Partner at McGrathNicol Advisory, about working capital - why it's important, and what can be done to improve cashflow in a business. 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 1 December 2020 A record month for equity markets and oil, the Aussie dollar pushes beyond 74 US cents and gold prices fall. A new order for financial markets.  Also today: Scott Morrison lashes out at China, as the ban on local wine exports slashes the share price of Treasury Wines Company profits soar, especially among cafes and restaurants And the “word of the year” is...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Cameron McIntyre, CEO of carsales.com Limited.  They discuss the company's growth overseas, the role of data, and the impact of COVID-19 on the company and the industry, including the boom in second hand car sales. 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 30 November 2020 Canberra will take China to the World Trade Organisation, after Beijing bans Australian wine imports Also today: Britain says it’s days away from approving a vaccine for COVID-19 Economists upgrade growth forecasts ahead of official figures this week  And a new record for the sale of an Australian painting Plus an interview with ANZ senior economist Cherelle Murp...

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 speaks to ANZ Senior Economist Cherelle Murphy about the 'stateometer', comparing the economic performance and outlook of each state and territory in Australia. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday 29 November 2020 In this week's feature interview, Sean Aylmer speaks with Katy Stevens, Vice President, Asia Pacific at the employee experience platform Culture Amp.  They discuss the importance of having the right company culture - what it looks like, and how to get it. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.