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House prices are rising in all capital cities for the first time in four years. But can they just keep going? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our  website ,  LinkedIn ,  Instagram  or  Facebook ! Find out more: http...

Thursday 24 July 2025 Federal parliament is back, with legislation to reduce HECS debt and safeguard childcare facilities likely to pass with broad support.  And more, including: House prices are rising in all eight capital cities – the first time that’s happened since COVID.  New research shows renters are paying around $10,000 per year more than pre-COVID.  NAB’s...

Australia’s spending habits are shifting. In the latest quarter, beauty, pharmacy, and retail surged, while categories like alcohol, petrol, and pet care took a hit. But the stories within those categories are fascinating - like the increasing number of people buying grocery items from pharmacies instead of supermarkets, and the surprising effect of Coles's consolidation of its liquor brands...

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. Banks bounce Savings dilemma Govt payouts Telix troubles Woodside jumps Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do yesterday's radio ratings mean? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our  website ,  LinkedIn ,  Instagram  or  Facebook ! Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Wednesday 23 July 2025 One of the country’s biggest financial planning groups set to be sold in a $3.3 billion deal.  And more, including: The Reserve Bank explains why it didn’t cut interest rates.  Federal parliament kicks off.  Chinese-made cars forecast to make up almost half of all sales in a decade’s time. Donald Trump’s approval rating takes a tumble.&...

Dorry Kordahi has had an incredible career. He started out as a hairdresser, before founding DKM Blue - a hugely successful merchandise and uniforms company. He's also been the co-owner of basketball teams the Sydney Kings and the Illawarra Hawks, bought a yacht, and featured in a campaign for Chivas Regal. And now he's putting all of his expertise into growing the Swanky Socks brand. Dorry joins...

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. Banks dumped Gaza statement Radio ratings Wisetech jobs Perpetual boost Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's does the new parliament mean for policy? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our  website ,  LinkedIn ,  Instagram  or  Facebook ! Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Tuesday 22 July 2025 The big switch between banks and miners continues as the local share market has its worst day in three months.  The gloves are off as the leaders of federal Labor and the Coalition take pot shots ahead of parliament starting today.  Costco emerges as a serious player in the local grocery market.  Plus eight years on, AMP finally turns around the leakage of funds...

The research portfolio manager Jack Briggs does into a mid-cap company before investing is very comprehensive - from meeting leadership, to speaking to suppliers and clients, and everything in between. He talks to Sean Aylmer about the approach taken by the Ellerston Mid Cap Opportunities Fund, and explains what he likes about three companies in particular. The Ellerston Mid Cap Opportunities Fund...

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 1pc Lib slump Seek battle Block surge Morgan Chase is king Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week: the release of the RBA minutes from the shock on-hold meeting two weeks ago, and what to listen for in a speech from Governor Michele Bullock later. Plus, what to make of last week's unemployment numbers, and why the ABS's announcement of more complete monthly inflation numbers coming later this year is good news. Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas  discuss the major events, reports...

Monday 21 July 2025 Federal parliament resumes this week with legislation on HECS debt, superannuation and child care high on the Labor Party’s agenda.  And more, including: Potash and nickel dampen the excitement around BHP’s record iron ore and copper production.  Crown Resorts might be coming to Brisbane.  A ripper weekend in the housing market. The UK set to drop the...

Investing in startups and early stage investing takes a certain amount of courage and capability. When the asset you're buying is in deep tech, then you really have to understand what you're talking about.  Elaine Stead, principal of Main Sequence - Australia's largest deep tech venture fund - talks to Sean Aylmer about the difference between 'regular' tech and deep tech, and why patience and...

Guest : Richard Baker Original air date : September 6, 2024 Original description : Almost 20 years ago, Australian Wheat Board Limited hit the headlines over a $300 million kickback scandal involving wheat, weapons and Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. Journalist Richard Baker talks to Sean Aylmer about his new podcast Baghdad Nights, which explores exactly what happened in Australia's biggest e...

Adam Lang and Sean Aylmer go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest judge Tim Burrowes (presenter of MediaLand, publisher of Mumbrella and Unmade) 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 hits new record CSL, BHP lead the way Chalmers warning Netflix success Crypto boost Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the banks doing so well, and miners not so well over the past couple of years, what is the make-up of the ASX200 by sector? Does it matter that the banks are dominant? Join Sean Aylmer & Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website , LinkedIn , Instagram or Face...

Friday 18 July 2025 A surprise jump in the unemployment rate opens the way for an interest rate cut next month. And more, including: AUSTRAC to focus on cash and digital currencies Superannuation funds have another good financial year How science is eradicating genetic diseases Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, it...

There is so much disruption in the global economy at the moment, that it is easy to lose sight of other business risks. One such risk is corruption, or as our guest today puts it, the “C” in ESG. Maurice Burke, Managing Director (investigations, diligence and compliance) at Kroll, talks to Sean about why corruption is becoming a growing risk for global businesses. Find out more: https:...

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 high Pointsbet battle Alcoa pain Santos disappoints Trump travails Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there any good reasons for tariffs? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website , LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook ! Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 17 July 2025 Anthony Albanese characterises talks with China’s leaders as 'constructive' and highlights the respect Beijing is showing Australia. And more, including: Rio Tinto gets a new boss The local share market records its worst day since May Oracle’s Larry Ellison becomes the world’s second richest person Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss t...

AMSL Aero is a company trying to make many childhood dreams come true - flying cars. The company's aircraft, known as evTOL - electric vertical take-off and landing - lifts and lands like a helicopter, but flies like a plane. CEO of AMSL Aero, Adriano Di Pietro, joins Sean Aylmer in the studio to talk about the aircraft, its use cases, and how close it is to becoming a reality. Find out more: http...