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Friday 29 August 2025 Qantas is back and flying high with a bumper profit.  And more, including: The federal government axes 500 nuisance tariffs.  Australia’s love affair with Bunnings and Kmart helps boost Wesfarmers.  ChatGPT maker OpenAI is setting up shop in Australia.  And the unfortunate way staff at ANZ found out they were losing their jobs. Join our free daily ne...

Are we entering another house price boom? The spring selling season is just about to begin - and we’re entering the season with a fresh interest rate cut, and more expected in coming months. And at the same time, the government is bringing forward its program to help first home buyers into the market. So what will it do to house prices? Michael Thompson is joined by Dr Nicola Powell, Chief o...

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 finishes higher Eagers boosted by EV sales Nine demands Katter apology Iran ambassador leaves Nvidia smashes expectations Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 28 August 2025 A shock jump in inflation dashes hopes of a September rate cut.  And more, including: Woolworths hammered by investors after it loses more ground to Coles.  Business leaders line up to criticise work from home, just as the Greens call for a national law.  Plus the housing market gears up for a “supercharged” spring season and stress grows over AI...

With the RBA already trialling stablecoins, all signs point to a major shift ahead for payments. But what are they, how do they work, and what does it mean for ordinary Australian businesses making payments here and around the world? Michael Thompson is joined by Karl Durrance, Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand at payments platform Stripe, for a 101 on all things stablecoin. Fear &...

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 finishes higher Reynolds wins defamation case Tough times for Flight Centre SpaceX success Trump sends well wishes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fred Schebesta is the co-founder of Finder - the comparison website that aims to help people make better decisions.  Fred started it with a friend back in 2006. It’s now used by millions of people here and around the world - but there’s a fascinating story behind it.  A story about creativity, passion and drive, success and wealth - and moments where it nearly all came undone...

Wednesday 27 August 2025 Today Canberra severs diplomatic ties with Iran after the country organised two attacks on Australian soil.  And more, including: Australia Post suspends parcel shipments to the US.  A shoplifting crackdown helps bag Coles a bumper profit.  Qantas under fire over a beard ban There’s a new billionaire athlete in town.  Join our free daily newslette...

Guzman y Gomez listed on the ASX last year, in what was probably the most exciting IPO of the year. Late last week, the Mexican-themed fast food chain delivered a 23pc increase in network sales to nearly $1.2 billion, doubled net profits and declared its first-ever dividend. But investors hammered it, with the share price tumbling more than 22pc, on concerns about a steady start to the new financi...

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 finishes lower Arson attack traced to Iran More rate cuts expected Telcos to face harsher penalties Trump tries to sack Fed governor Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Tuesday 26 August 2025 The boss of plumbing supplies group Reece gives investors a brutal assessment of the former sharemarket darling’s position.  And more, including: The federal government fast-tracks its big promise to help first home buyers.  Sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles surge.  Compliance training company under police investigation for allegedly spying on workers. Wh...

From rising competition posed by private credit lenders, to the make-or-break moment presented by AI, these are the three main takeaways from the big bank results throughout earnings season. Michael Thompson is joined by Noel Williams, PwC Australia’s Banking and Capital Markets Leader. Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on bus...

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 Nine considers bid for SCA Emissions target on track Qantas faces more pressure SpaceX delays flight Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 25 August 2025 The local sharemarket braces for another week of big swings as the reporting season rollercoaster rolls on.  And more, including: James Hardie under fire after its share price falls nearly 40pc in just two days.  A stellar start to the financial year for super funds.  Auction clearance rates soar Supermarket staff issued with body-worn cameras to combat rising...

Today Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas  to look at the week ahead: the RBA minutes, monthly inflation data, and business investment figures. Plus, why there's cause to start being more optimistic about the economic outlook. Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics an...

Bank bosses have started putting requirements in place for efficient meetings, asking for an agenda, short presentations only, and action items. Isn't this common sense? How do you actually run an efficient meeting? Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Michael Thompson & Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch v...

From the reform roundtable to some big hits and misses in reporting season - what will be the biggest business story of the week? Plus Qantas, luxury handbags and radioactive shrimp. Michael Thompson and Natalie MacDonald 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/l...

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 down, but still up for week GyG tumbles on results LNP votes against net zero Binance Australia to bring in auditor Trump’s legal win Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Friday 22 August 2025 Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags tax reform as his three day summit wraps up.  And more, including: The local sharemarket smashes through 9000 points for the first time.  Rebel Sport says theft from stores has reached an ‘industrial level’.  The major mismatch in Australia’s housing market. Fed Chair Jerome Powell set to give ‘the speech of...

Earlier this month, NBN Co announced it’s partnering with US tech giant Amazon to bring high speed satellite broadband to regional Australia. It’s called Project Kuiper. Joe Lathan is Amazon's Country Manager for Project Kuiper, and he speaks with Michael Thompson about the scale of the project, what it will mean for competition more broadly - and whether Amazon might use its own rocke...

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 closes up Roundtable boilover Xero investors reject pay packet Unions push WFH Israel calls up reservists Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 21 August 2025 Business leaders line up to attack the government over productivity and red tape.  And more, including: James Hardie crashes almost 28 pc after a slowdown in the US market.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese dismisses criticism from the Israeli leader, who called him ‘weak’.  Australians want more flexibility at work US President Donald Trump meets...

This week Woodside posted a profit of $1.25 billion for the six months to June 30, down 24pc on last year, but in line with expectations, partly as a result of lower oil prices. But Woodside is a fascinating company. It’s been on an investment spree over the last couple of years, and this Ausbiz interview today with CEO Meg O’Neill looks at where those projects are up to. But it also g...

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 closes up Changes to NDIS Total wages grow Canva employee stock sale Frozen shrimp recall Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brittney Saunders first made her name as one of the original influencers on YouTube, building an enormous following while still a teen.  But she managed to parlay that online success into a bricks-and-mortar business, developing her own fashion company: Fayt the Label - which has grown, and grown, and grown. At the same time she’s written a book called Just Getting Started, and hosts th...