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Yesterday afternoon, the Reserve Bank board left the official cash rate on hold at 3.85%. A surprise decision given most economists and financial markets expected a reduction of 25 basis points.  Westpac Chief Economist Lucy Ellis - and former Chief Economist at the Reserve Bank - talks to Sean Aylmer about yesterday's decision, the press conference afterwards, and why she thinks "the RBA is...

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What’s the role of Treasury versus the Reserve Bank, and do they ever disagree? 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/...

Tuesday 8 July 2025 Australia is getting caught up in the cross-fire between the US and China. And more, including: Interest rates are set to fall this afternoon. Potential de-merge sparks Origin’s share price Donald Trump hits back at Elon Musk’s plans for a new political party.  Join our free daily newsletter here . And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford T...

The new financial year seems as good a time as any for small businesses to get things in order for the year ahead. Guy Callaghan, CEO of Banjo Loans, joins Sean Aylmer to discuss why FY26 is particularly challenging for SMEs, and shares some tips on how businesses should be preparing. 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. Slow day for ASX OPEC boosts output Star troubles Northern decline Lifestyle’s loss Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week: All eyes are on the Reserve Bank Board ahead of their decision on monetary policy tomorrow. Sean Aylmer and  Stephen Koukoulas  discuss 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.

Monday 7 July 2025 A huge week for the economy with the Reserve Bank board tipped to cut rates tomorrow.  And more, including: Another very strong weekend for the property market.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signals a more independent foreign policy, in a speech that might ruffle a few feathers in both Beijing and Washington.  Australia records its worst year for corporate inso...

It’s a new financial year, but investors aren’t exactly getting a clean slate. Despite some strong recent performances, like the S&P 500 hitting record highs and the Australian market notching its best 12-month run since COVID, global uncertainty is back in the spotlight. In the words of global fund manager VanEck, the risks and “narrative for the next quarter is as clear as...

Guest : Trent Nikolic Original air date : April 26, 2024 Original description : What does a lap of Australia in an EV tell us about the challenges facing the industry? Trent Nikolic, Managing Editor of  Drive.com.au , is doing the lap right now - and he takes Sean Aylmer through the problems with charging, and the changing outlook for electric vehicles in Australia. Update: Tesla sales f...

From a Big Beautiful Bill to lavish weddings and royal trains, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest judge Diana Mousina (Deputy Chief Economist at AMP) 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 sets record PM rules out GST increase Qantas hack update China’s birth rate payments Trump’s bill passes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How are the measurements for TV ratings actually taken? 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 f...

Friday 4 July 2025 Speculation rises in the share market about the shift from investing in the big banks, to investing in the big resource companies.  And more, including: Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the US is keen to schedule a meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump. Tesla’s disappointing sales.  Microsoft slashes jobs around the world, including in...

The constant emergence of new cyber threats puts a lot of pressure on businesses not just to respond, but to communicate the nature of the threat to stakeholders within a company.  Sam Salehi, Managing Director ANZ at Qualys, joins Sean in the studio to talk about how to communicate these threats in a way that secures the buy-in of boards, executives, and teams. Qualys is a supporter of this...

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 ends flat ASIC warning GemLife opening Olympic funding Bali search and rescue Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the best and worst performing stocks over the last year, that have plenty of retail shareholders? 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:/...

Thursday 3 July 2025 The personal data of more than 6 million Qantas customers could have been stolen in one of the country’s biggest cyber attacks.  And more, including: Retail trade and building approval data points to a rate cut next week.  The Royal Train, which has carried kings and queens since Victoria, is set to find its final destination.  The local share market hits...

BotBuilt is a startup operating out of North Carolina in the US. It's using recycled automotive robots to build houses. BotBuilt director Joel Bell, a former Australian Army engineer, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the robots work, the role of AI, and the impact it could have on the housing crisis. 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 record Qantas hack Helia strife Weather crisis Israel Hamas deal? Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over time in Australia, what's been the best way to make money and get uber rich? 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...

Wednesday 2 July 2025 Home prices are on the rise again, but the pace of growth is expected to be relatively slow as housing affordability factors kick in.  And more, including: Pollies gear up for a return to Canberra with superannuation changes front and centre.  Good news for coffee drinkers.  The rise and rise of the Commonwealth Bank. The next leap forward in weight loss drugs....

With the end of financial year rush now behind us, the attention of many SMEs turns to the year ahead, and setting themselves up for growth. Natalie Lennon, founder and director of Two Sides Accounting, joins Sean Aylmer in the studio to talk about how businesses can set themselves up for a boom year. She also helps bust a series of myths and misconceptions about tax for businesses - potentially s...

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. Slow New Year start Wall Street high Management change Corporate update Trump-Netanyahu meeting Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is negative gearing so politically dangerous? 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 pri...