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Tuesday 1 July 2025 The local share market closes at a near record high, taking the rise over the 2025 financial year to almost 10 per cent.  And more, including: Gold is set to become Australia’s third largest export, replacing coal.  Free-to-air still reigns over streaming, in the battle for television minutes.  The Star Group is in trouble again. Canadian Prime Minister Mar...

FY25 was a boom year for the ASX, up almost 10 per cent. But there were winners and there were losers - and some big trends. Roger Montgomery, founder and CIO of Montgomery Investment Management, takes Sean Aylmer through the last financial year, and the outlook ahead for investors over the next twelve months. For more information, visit  www.montinvest.com ,   call Montgomery on 02 8046...

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 Gas probe Stan to stream EPL BUPA fine Santos update Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week: house prices, building approvals and household spending, with a look back at last week's monthly inflation data and job vacancy figures. 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 30 June 2025 Businesses are set to be hit with a bunch of fee hikes from tomorrow, while employees can also expect changes in their pay packets.  And more, including: Rate cut hopes supercharge the housing market.  James Hardie is shifting to the US.  Donald Trump’s big beautiful tax bill takes a big step closer to reality. Warren Buffett gives away $9 billion.  Jo...

Everyone would love a crystal ball, to know what property prices will do. This might be the next best thing. Dr Nicola Powell, Head of Research and Economics at Domain, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the property market performed in FY25 - and more importantly, the predicted price growth across the next 12 months, with some pretty big calls about values in our major cities. Find out more: https://...

Guest : Stefan von Imhof from Alts.co Original air date : September 13, 2024 Original description : Film financing would be one of the more unusual alternative investments we've discussed on this podcast. Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative investing community fund Alts.co, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the film industry works, the genres that have the biggest box office returns, and...

From Trump tariffs to Labor's landslide victory - this is a special End Of Financial Year edition of the show. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the last 12 months, 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 down as CBA slips Commonwealth Bank takes on scammers Woolworths to shut MyDeal 'Revenge tax' win in US New Aussie property record Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

What are the most shorted stocks in the ASX? 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...

Friday 27 June 2025 Australia sticks to plans to not increase defence spending, lessening the chance of a tariff deal with the US.  And more, including: Job vacancies rise, in yet another show of the labour market’s strength.  Chipmaker Nvidia once again takes the title of the world’s biggest company.  A very unusual twist in a takeover war in gaming. Stan set to win the...

As companies increasingly push their employees to return to the office, attention is turning away from mandates, to the working environment they can offer staff. Matt Angus, Head of B2B at Nespresso, talks to Sean Aylmer about the expectations of the office - and of course the role of coffee in creating a productive environment. Nespresso is a supporter of Fear & Greed Find out more: https://f...

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. Xero tumbles Lithium stocks rally Aurizon downgrades forecast BP / Shell takeover talks NATO talks Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given we expect interest rates to fall in coming months, explain monetary policy – what it is, how it works and how the Reserve Bank controls the economy. 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...

Thursday 26 June 2025 inflation figures hit a four year low, opening the way for an interest rate cut next month.  New Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley concedes her party was smashed at the last election.  Accounting software group Xero spends nearly $4 billion on a Silicon Valley start up.  Confusion over how much damage the US did to Iran’s nuclear preparations The incredible...

Every year, Australians send thousands of tonnes of perfectly usable furniture to landfill. At the same time, thousands of people in crisis go without the basics to make a house feel like home. Ben Stammer is the co-founder of ReLove, a social enterprise that rescues corporate and household furniture and redirects it to people in need, including women fleeing domestic violence, refugees, and peopl...

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 No US rate cut ACCC on petrol prices Gaming deals ABC loss Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are infrastructure assets seen as “safe” investments? 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....

Wednesday 25 June 2025 An extraordinary 36 hours in geopolitics and financial markets, with US President Donald Trump brokering a fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel.  And more, including: Virgin Australia rejoins the sharemarket and its price jumps 11 per cent on day one.  The regulator focuses on superannuation companies’ spending.  Rio Tinto and Gina Rinehart do a dea...

The boardroom and c-suite is evolving, as companies grapple with new technologies and greater expectations from clients and shareholders.  David Irecki, Chief Technology Officer at Boomi, talks to Sean Aylmer about why Chief AI Officers, Chief Trust Officers, and even Chief Automation Officers are here to stay. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

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. CBA hits $315bn Virgin lists Treasury downgrades Collins surges NATO kick off Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Virgin Australia listing on the ASX today, how have recent IPOs performed after listing? 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...

Tuesday 24 June 2025 President Donald Trump talks of regime change in Iran as global markets tumble after the US’s intervention in the middle east.  And more, including: Oil and wheat prices soar on the back of the conflict, triggering fears of higher food and petrol prices.  AC/DC to play in Australia for the first time in a decade, joining Oasis and Metallica in a very busy month...

The US attack on nuclear sites in Iran was a significant escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. Michael Shoebridge, Founder and Director of defence and security think tank Strategic Analysis Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about what comes next, what it means for Australia's pact with the US, and why we need to 'adjust to the naked exertion of power.' Find out more: https://fearandgreed.co...

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. Investors nervous Adairs tumbles Network 10 deal News CEO extends SA Santos demands Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.