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This week Wesfarmers announced it will shut down its online marketplace Catch. Catch and other Australian ecommerce sites are under pressure from the rise and rise of US giant Amazon, as well as the arrival of Temu and Shein. Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about Catch, Wesfarmers, Amazon, and how Australian retailers are evolving in the ecommerce age. 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.  Tech stocks surge Antisemitic arrests Woodside slows green push Oil prices fall New homes lag Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 22 January 2025 Donald Trump signs a swathe of executive orders reversing US policy on energy, the environment, tax and electric vehicles, while suggesting 25pc tariffs for close trading partners.   Business failures surge 50 per cent Weight loss drugs helping thousands of people are shown to worsen 19 medical conditions Plus market reaction to Donald Trump’s win and Prim...

First, the good news. Australians lost less money to scammers in the last year than they did the previous year. But the bad news is that the number of scam attempts continues to rise. Chris Sheehan spent 27 years with the Australian Federal Police. He's now Executive, Group Investigations at National Australia Bank, and takes Sean Aylmer through the five scams to watch out for this year. Find out...

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.  Trump gets to work Pollies go social ASX closes up Catch closes BHP copper jumps Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Ryan asks:  As you know the AUD/USD has been going down (losing around 10% since the start of October). And now with oil prices going up the past month, does this have a double whammy at the bowser because we purchase oil in USD? 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&nbsp...

Tuesday 21 January 2025 Donald Trump becomes the oldest person to ever be sworn in as President of the United States, as the US readies itself for a barrage of executive orders on immigration, energy and justice.   And more, including: Superannuation funds report a very strong 2024 with returns well above average.  Star Entertainment teeters on the edge of collapse.  The govern...

Financial markets are bracing for impact as Donald Trump is inaugurated as President for a second time.  Dr Shane Oliver, chief economist and Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the good and bad of Trump's policies and what they mean for investment markets. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decis...

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 higher Fed polls tie Free lunch for small biz? Israeli hostages released TikTok ban reversed Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 20 January 2025 Global financial markets are on edge ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump tomorrow morning, Australian time.   And more, including: News that two of the world’s biggest mining companies, Rio Tinto and Glencore, were in merger talks brightens the spotlight on copper  TikTok goes dark in the United States  Plus the Hamas- Israel ceasefire comes i...

Asset allocation can be one of the biggest challenges for investors, deciding how much to put into local stocks, international stocks, bonds, cash, crypto and the rest. Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about his approach to asset allocation. All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making investment...

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.

You may never have heard of PWR Holdings. But this Australian company is a supplier to most F1 racing teams, as well as ultra-luxury vehicle makers like Aston Martin. Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on this Aussie success story. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independe...

The travel and leisure sector has recovered very well since the pandemic. So where now are the opportunities for investors? Brian Han, Director of Equities Research Australia New Zealand at Morningstar, talks to Sean Aylmer about the travel, tourism and leisure businesses he likes. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independen...

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 lead ASX lower PM outraged at antisemitism Mega mining deal SpaceX fail Ceasefire greenlight Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 17 January 2025 A bumper jobs report pushes out the timing of an interest rate cut.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomes the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas  The local sharemarket rallies with Commonwealth Bank leading the way  Plus Rio faces some tough decisions in the Pilbara and Joe Biden gives his farewell speech Plus don’t miss the...

JB Hi-Fi's share price has been defying gravity over the last couple of years. So can it continue? Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about why JB is one of the best-run electronics retailers in the world. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making inv...

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 1.4pc Strong jobs market US inflation slows Rio briefing Rich productivity Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 16 January 2025 Falling household spending puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates.  And more, including: Relations between Canberra and Moscow hit a decade low on reports an Australian soldier was executed in Russia.  A new global report says too many people are being diagnosed with obesity, and it's not for health reasons.  Plus Telstra pushes into AI, a b...

The Aussie tech sector has been home to some impressive success stories - think WiseTech Global and Xero. So what's to come for this sector, and how does an investor balance this with the US tech behemoths? Shaun Weick, Senior Investment Analyst at Wilson Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about his picks for the local tech sector. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All inform...

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.  Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 15 January 2025 Finally some relief for renters across the country, with growth rates in rents now flat across the capital cities.  And more, including: Qantas delays flights to South Africa, to avoid running into SpaceX debris The world’s third largest burger chain, Wendy’s, set to open locally today Plus consumer sentiment stays negative for the 35th month in a row Hop...

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are some of the biggest developments in global health in years. Steve Wheen, Managing Director, Equity Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about the investment opportunities associated with these drugs, and the potential risk to other companies in the healthcare sector. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature...

Tuesday 14 January 2025 The federal government announces another $3b for the NBN, saying it will enable most homes and businesses to fully access high speed internet.  And more, including: The share price of the big banks are sold down on the back of interest rate fears.  Sales at Myer disappoint, sending its share price down 15 per cent.  Bidding war breaks out for wealth manager I...

Lovisa stores are a common sight in any big shopping centre across the country. But how should investors think about Lovisa as a company? Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, talks to Sean Aylmer about Lovisa's place in the market, and the economics of cheap jewellery. This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should se...