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Sean Aylmer speaks with ANZ Senior Commodity Strategist Daniel Hynes after gold hits a record price.  They also discuss the huge growth in iron ore prices in recent weeks, and the increase in silver prices. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and the United States will meet to discuss China’s aggressive tactics in the region, tying us closer to Washington. Also today: Record numbers of coronavirus cases locally and globally The federal government pushes its industrial relations agenda And tough times in Australia’s biggest shopping centres Plus an interview with EY chief economist Jo Masters about what the Governm...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Jo Masters, Chief Economist at EY, about last week's Budget statement.  In particular, they look at what this means for the economic recovery, and also consider why businesses have been reluctant to take up some of the support measures available to them. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 25 July 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 privac...

Unprecedented spending and debt levels, more than a million people out of work and a decade of deficits. The government releases its budget update, and here’s what you need to know. Also today: More bad news on the COVID19 front out of Victoria Tabcorp and Coca-Cola comes out with bad news … and their share prices rise And Australia’s largest gold miner enjoys the surge in the p...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Andrew Bailey, editor of the-easel.com, about art as an asset. They discuss the factors that make art appreciate in value, how the market prices in risk... and what to do if you inherit a Picasso. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia has experienced its worst ever day for recorded COVID-19 cases as the Government prepares to outline the huge cost of the pandemic.  Also today: The five tech stocks influencing the rise and fall of Wall Street Retail trade in Australia surges Homeowners rush to lock in fixed interest rates Plus an interview with Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn about the bank’s social respons...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn about a new initiative to help combat domestic and financial abuse.  The conversation examines whether banks have a social responsibility, and how that is balanced with the requirement to deliver a return to shareholders.  Sean also has an extended conversation with Dr Simon Wright, Lecturer in the School of Management and Marketin...

The Australian share market and Aussie dollar surge on the back of more Federal Government stimulus and good news on the vaccine front. Also today: The government warned that it needs to do more about cybersecurity BHP sets a record for iron ore production, but warns about the future And some of Australia’s most iconic magazines set to close Plus an interview with Tim Burrowes, founder of Mu...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Tim Burrowes, Founder and Content Director of Mumbrella, about the state of the Australian media industry.  The discuss the innovation required to combat the influx of overseas digital media, the viability of the subscription model, and the rise of podcasts. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Donald Trump’s unorthodox Presidential reign coming to an end? The opinion polls say so.  Also today: JobKeeper and JobSeeker to be extended till March next year The number of COVID-19 cases in NSW grows And how to hold a virtual meeting for 1.2 million people Plus an interview with Dr Richard Iles, poverty expert from the Federation Business School, about the impact of the coronavir...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Richard Iles, Senior Lecturer in the Federation Business School at Federation University in Victoria, about poverty - its prevalence in modern society and what can be done to eradicate it. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Small retail investors are playing the equity market with increasing frequency and value, and they’re losing. Also today: The government set to outline a new package for small businesses. COVID19 daily cases hit record levels in Australia and globally. And is Woolworths getting too big and too powerful? Plus an interview with ANZ senior economist Cherelle Murphy about the Federal Government&...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Cherelle Murphy, Senior Economist at ANZ, about what to expect in the Government's Budget update this week. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 18 July 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...

Nearly one million Australians are without a job, and it’s only going to get worse. Also today:   The race to save the world is on with COVID19 trials across America and Europe   A big jump in COVID19 cases in Victoria   And hardworking Bunnings staff to receive a $2,000 bonus Plus an interview with Dean Ormston, Chief Executive Officer of APRA AMCOS, the member organisation t...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Dean Ormston, CEO of APRA AMCOS (the Australasian Performing Rights Association and the Australian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) about the music industry in Australia.  In particular, they look at how performing musicians generate an income, how the industry has fared during COVID-19, and how the industry successfully lobbied for a support package from the...

The Australian share market surges with record highs for many companies. But is it a false dawn?  Also today: Federal and state governments to pump $2.5 billion into apprenticeships and training AMP under pressure as clients wonder about community standards And kids are drinking and smoking less than their parents Plus an interview with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster about the economy, unempl...

Sean Aylmer speaks to NAB Group Chief Economist Alan Oster about the NAB Monthly Business Survey.  They also discuss what the Federal Government needs to do to steer the economy through the COVID-19 pandemic, and the expected impact on house prices. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Australia set for a double dip recession following the new outbreak of COVID19 cases in Victoria and NSW?  Also today: Relations between the United States and China hit their worst level in 50 years People rush to access superannuation payments to prop up their incomes Australia’s biggest oil and gas company writes off more than $6 billion Plus an interview with financial adviser Myl...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Myles Thornton, Principal of Thornton+Lee, a financial advice firm.  Myles shares the advice he has been giving to clients during the COVID-19 pandemic, and discusses the current state of the financial advice industry. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The price of iron ore hit a record yesterday as sales of the commodity surge. Can it save the Australian economy? Also today:   NSW introduces tougher lockdown rules as fears of a second outbreak grow   A record number of taxpayers file returns in the first few days of the New Year   And McWilliams Wines finds a new owner Plus an interview with Professor Steve Worthington from the S...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Steve Worthington, Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Business and Law at Swinburne University of Technology's Swinburne Business School.  With the rise of by now pay later and contactless payments, are we heading towards a cashless society? Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s banks are about to get tough on borrowers, risking a new economic slump for the country.  Also today: Fears that the Victorian outbreak in COVID19 has spread to NSW How wealthy is Tesla founder Elon Musk? And why forklift drivers are more in demand than university graduates Plus, an interview with AMP senior economist Diana Mousina about tax reform – while it can sound...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Diana Mousina, AMP Capital Senior Economist, about the measures the Government may be considering to support the economy through the COVID-19 pandemic.  This includes extending JobKeeper, business investment incentives, GST and corporate tax reform, and the impact of the early access to superannuation. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/list...