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Wednesday 8 October 2025 Federal parliament is back in session, and the government is under fire over triple-zero outages.  Consumer sentiment falls back to pre-rate hike levels Bitcoin starts gaining credibility as a safe haven asset Goat meat exports jump Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, can buying an EV s...

House prices are on the rise with government incentives, lower interest rates, rising real incomes and a pick up in consumer sentiment all helping the market across all capital cities and regions. But how far will they run? And what about the perennial issue around the lack of supply for the market? Sean is joined Tim Lawless, Head of Research for Cotality. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com....

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX drops Albanese, Ley on Hamas PM invite Glittering gold APRA warning Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 7 October 2025 The gold price has hit a new record , just shy of $US4,000 an ounce, as the shutdown of the US federal government triggers a run towards safe haven assets And more, including: PM Anthony Albanese calls for Australians to turn down the temperature of public debate ASIC slams super funds over valuation practices Warren Buffet is back buying companies Join our free daily newsle...

Accountants and financial advisers are are struggling with the demand for their services, and being challenged by the lack of supply coming through. Adam Lang speaks with Jason Entwistle and Evan Morrison from HUB24, and Nick Perrett, CEO of Yarra Lane about how artificial intelligence can free up day-to-day work and give more time back for clients. Fear & Greed is the media partner for Class...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX flat Wells warning Gold merger Shooting arrest Everest hikers trapped Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 6 October 2025 House prices are on a tear, with three rate cuts this year pushing prices higher and experts tipping more price increases in coming months. And more, including: The cost of Snowy 2.0 blows out, again. The big banks and retailers do a deal with Armaguard to keep cash flowing. And Ford’s global boss says the future isn’t about EVs, but hybrids. Join our free daily n...

This week: - The RBA indicates the worst of the cost-of-living crisis is over. - Business investment and productivity. - RBA governor Michelle Bullock appears at the Economics Legislation Committee. Sean Aylmer is joined by EY Chief Economist for Oceania Cherelle Murphy. Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, econ...

There are big changes happening in radio right now: Seven West Media is merging with Southern Cross Media - owner of the Triple M and Hit networks ARN - owner of KIIS and Pure Gold networks - is changing CEOs. Nine has flagged the potential sale of its talk radio network, including 2GB and 3AW ABC radio is struggling in various markets, trying to regain the audience it once had Michael Thompson, S...

House prices, interest rates, companies not paying tax, and a massive week for Donald Trump. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX up for the week AGL versus Grok at AGM Tesla tumble Asahi runs dry Swift release   Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 3 October 2025 The big miners pay most in corporate tax but a bunch of companies, including Optus, Virgin Australia and CSL, have paid zero.  The RBA says the cost-of-living crisis is almost over.  PNG becomes just the third country to sign a treaty with Australia. Elon Musk’s wealth pushes above half a trillion US dollars Two of the major record labels, Universal and Warner...

Small businesses in Australia are changing. For one thing, there’s 2.6 million of them, employing 5.4 million people and contributing $590 billion to our GDP. But the reasons for starting a business are evolving, with more people looking for the autonomy and financial independence it gives them. Success looks different to every founder, but surprisingly, almost a third of all entrepreneurs d...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX jumps 1.1pc CommBank suffers major outage Opposition urges action on BHP-China iron ore row ARN boss steps down amid Kyle & Jackie O turmoil Trump accused of weaponising shutdown Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/...

Thursday 2 October 2025 China puts a temporary ban on BHP’s iron ore exports, triggering fears of shortfalls for the Big Australian’s earnings and the federal budget.  Australia’s biggest car dealership pushes into Canada.  Analysts tip rising house prices in coming months.  The battle over Seven West and Southern Cross Media starts getting dirty.  President D...

The standoff between China and BHP over iron ore is an extreme reminder of how reliant we are on our relationship with China, our biggest trading partner. Sean Aylmer speaks to Jun Bei Liu, co-founder and lead portfolio manager at investment firm Ten Cap, about BHP and other Australian stocks that have exposure to China. This is general information only. Seek advice before making investment decisi...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Gold soars, lithium dumped Rio flags early power station closure Watchdog cracks down on Kyle & Jackie O McDonald’s site sets record US government shuts down Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com...

Wednesday 1 October 2025 The Reserve Bank is getting a little more worried about inflation, as it leaves rates on hold.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins global leaders in welcoming Donald Trump’s peace plan for the Middle East.  Seven West Media to merge with radio group Southern Cross Media.  Australia’s housing market heats up in September. Optus’ owner bla...

We’ve heard a lot lately about Australia’s productivity crisis, and why reform is needed to boost our economic growth. But the solution doesn't just fall on the shoulders of government - it's up to business as well. Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the Australian Industry Group, speaks to Sean Aylmer about the role of business in improving productivity. They also look at why the Optus...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. RBA holds as inflation risks rise ASX down 0.1pc Star wins fifth lender waiver Trump-Netanyahu Gaza plan presses Hamas Kidman–Urban split Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Tuesday 30 September 2025 The federal budget deficit comes in much lower than forecast.  And more, including: Optus suffers another triple-zero outage ahead of a meeting between its owner and the government.  Home loan wars heat up The world’s highest bridge, more than 600 metres high, opens to traffic.  The medical regulator warns against buying Melatonin online. Join our fre...

In FY25, approximately 42,000 new Self-Managed Super Funds were established in Australia, with the total assets of the sector passing $1.05 trillion. Adam Lang speaks to Tim Steele, Chief Executive of Class, and Meg Heffron, Managing Director of Heffron, after the release of the Annual Benchmark Report at Class Ignite 2025. They discuss record growth in SMSFs, increasing participation from younger...

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX up 0.9pc Budget deficit Optus crisis deepens Albanese at UK Labour conference US church attack Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 29 September 2025 Australia’s healthcare companies are in turmoil, with US tariffs the latest in a long line of challenges for the worst performing sector on the ASX.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese rules out any more referendums.  Qantas lifts the bar on management performance hurdles.  The hottest jobs in the market. America goes crazy for drive-...

This week: - The RBA meets, with rates expected to be on hold. - Building approvals - are we getting housing supply up? - Monthly house price data from Cotality - Household spending for August - we've seen some green shoots. Can they continue? Michael Thompson is joined by economist  Stephen Koukoulas . Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer...