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Monday 10 February 2025 The most expensive home ever sold in Australia finds a buyer.  And more, including: Bad news for Labor and the Greens from elections in Victoria.  And it’s Superbowl Sunday in the US and 30 second ads are going for $US8m a slot.  Plus Domino’s closes a bunch of stores, and corporates pull out of the country’s biggest carbon trading scheme. A...

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead , where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too). Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earnings season is upon us, and it’s an opportunity to find out not just how companies have performed, but what the outlook is too. Anna Milne, Senior Investment Analyst at WAM Leaders - a listed investment company from Wilson Asset Management - talks to Sean Aylmer about the sectors and companies she's watching, from Telstra and Resmed, to Medibank and Goodman. This is general information o...

Guest: Dominic Woolrych Original air date: February 16, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Dominic Woolrych, co-founder and CEO at Lawpath, an Australian technology company making legal documents and advice affordable for small businesses. Update:  This week Westpac announced it was offering business customers a year of free legal assistance, courtesy of its recent $10 mill...

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. 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 closes flat $842m for NT Scali UK sales jump Woodside anger Amazon growing pains Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Chris asks:  A personal bugbear of mine. Why on earth does a bank still take up to three days to transfer money from one account to another person's acount? I know there are faster options now with Osko and the like, but I'll often still get an alert saying it may take two business days to clear. What's there to clear? It's my money, it's digital, and it should be instant! Join Sean...

Friday 7 February 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has told the country to take a chill pill when it comes to Donald Trump, with the US President’s proposal for the US to take over Gaza getting different responses from local leaders.  And more, including: Business confidence picks up as the outlook for interest rates improves.  And Tasmania turns out to be the healthiest place...

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is currently embroiled in a legal matter in the UK that has generated damaging headlines and likely tarnished her brand. So will the major brands like Nike and Mastercard stick with her?  Ben Willee, General Manager and Media Director of Spinach Advertising agency, talks to Sean Aylmer about branding, image and business, before taking a look at next week's Super...

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 Rio looks green REA kicks off earnings season January heat McKinsey mulls China Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 6 February 2025 Donald Trump says the USA will take over the Gaza Strip.  And more, including: New federal money for public hospitals as Canberra bans bureaucrats from using DeepSeek AI.  A boom year for the Future Fund.  Plus the local share market jumps and Alphabet’s massive spending on data centres. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford Tha...

Nicholas Moore AO spent more than 30 years at Macquarie Group, including a decade as CEO.  Among other things, he's now Australia's Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, and explains to Sean Aylmer why the region is such a rich opportunity for Australian business. 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 $1.7b for hospitals Transurban target Alphabet tumbles Swedish mass shooting Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Shaun asks:  Can you explain the terminology bull and bear markets? The ASX has been hitting records left right and centre - so are we in a bull market? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions. If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our  website ,  LinkedIn ,  Instagram  or  Facebook ! Find o...

Wednesday 5 February 2025 Global financial markets in turmoil over Donald Trump’s economic policy, as China announces tariffs against the US in retaliation.  And more, including: The cost of living front and centre as federal parliament returns.  Local sales of Tesla tumble.  Plus Westpac offers a year’s free legal advice to entice small businesses to bank with them and...

Uncertainty over US tariffs has caused turmoil in financial markets, and cryptocurrency is certainly not immune. Bitcoin hit three week lows on Monday, while the second largest digital asset Ethereum fell a whopping 26pc at one point.  They've bounced since - but what lies ahead for cryptocurrency? Caroline Bowler is the CEO of BTC Markets, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for Bitcoin,...

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.  China tariffs begin Woolworths restructure Seek deal fails Glass maker fails Musk reports to Trump Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 4 February 2025 Donald Trump delays implementing a 25pc tariff on Mexico, triggering turmoil in financial markets. And more, including: Federal parliament re-commences today with election jockeying already beginning.  Why a stroll after dinner is good for your health.  Plus the Aussie dollar and share market tumbles on the back of the trade war while the local retail and building...

A trade war involving the US, Canada, Mexico and China is underway, after US President Donald Trump announced steep tariffs on imports.  In response to concerns about a rise in prices for consumers, he wrote on Truth Social: “Will there be some pain? Yes, maybe (and maybe not!)" Dr Shane Oliver, chief economist and Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the...

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 tumbles Wong on US tariffs ABC under fire Building approvals still a problem US warning for Panama Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 3 February 2025 Donald Trump imposes big tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, triggering a trade war likely to lift global inflation.  And more, including: The local auction market stalls in January, with the big two cities of Melbourne and Sydney going backwards.  And Microsoft warns of deepfake audio content being used ahead of the federal election.  Plus local markets on e...

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead , where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too). Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day traders and High Net Worth investors are very different beasts - but Ryan Phillips has worked with both in his role as head of Bell Direct Advantage. He joins Sean Aylmer to talk about the difference between the two investors, including strategies, assets and risk appetite. Bell Direct Advantage is a supporter of this podcast. This is general information only. You should seek professional advi...

HOW DO THEY AFFORD THAT? is a weekly podcast produced by Fear & Greed, exploring ways to make your money work harder for you. Check out the full catalogue of episodes on  APPLE ,  SPOTIFY , or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Episode #121 The six most common questions clients ask a financial adviser Canna Campbell spent many years helping clients as a financial planner. Join Canna an...

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.