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Friday 13 September 2024 The aged care sector is set for its biggest overhaul in 30 years.  And more, including: Alan Joyce, the former boss of Qantas, took home $3.4 million last financial year for two months work Nine CEO Mike Sneesby steps down And collapsed airline Rex accused of stealing four planes Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a guide to investing for each...

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 why he's excited about film financing. This is general information only. You should seek professional ad...

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 1.1pc Star’s bid for cash Wall Street bounce IGO surges Trump doesn’t want rematch Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Buster asks:  What are the major factors that affect the strength of the Aussie dollar? What conditions would we need to see in order for me to get more bang for my buck next time I exchange currency on holiday? 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 ,  Ins...

Thursday 12 September 2024 The Reserve Bank says the local labour market is running too hot to cut interest rates.  And more, including: REA’s $11 billion bid for a UK property group is rejected  Country Road to reposition key brands after a horror year And Kamala Harris comes out a points winner against Donald Trump in the US Presidential debate, but maybe Taylor Swift delivered the knockout blow...

Yesterday Donald Trump and Kamala Harris went head to head for the first time. The debate had everything: wild statements, political sledging, and a smattering of policy. So who won? And what does it mean for the rest of the campaign? Bruce Wolpe and Sean Aylmer discuss. Bruce Wolpe worked with the Democrats in Congress during President Barack Obama's first term. He is now a Senior Fellow (non-res...

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 sold off Melbourne protest ASX chair resigns Lithium miners jump Apple tax loss Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 11 September 2024 Apple relaunches its phones, watches and AirPods with enhanced AI features, as part of its effort to end sliding sales. And more, including: Bank stocks surge as CBA hits another record Federal government seeks to ban teens from social media And investors are set for a $35 billion dividend bonanza over the next eight weeks Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do Th...

This week Apple revealed its new range of iPhones, fulling embracing artificial intelligence. Stephen Fenech, editor of  TechGuide.com.au , talks Sean Aylmer through the latest tech launch, from the iPhone 16, to the Apple Watch Series 10 and new AirPods. 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 higher Aussie dollar drops Consumer sentiment falls Business loses confidence Stoush over RBA changes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Falgun asks: What is your take on the shrinking ASX 200 following the number of exits from big names in 2023-24? New IPOs are also not coming at the same rate. Do you see a potential fear from overseas investors or institutional investors avoiding future investments due to concentration? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions. If you have your own questi...

Tuesday 10 September 2024 The top 20 stocks on the ASX have diverged into two groups – the very successful, and the biggest losers.  Horrendous facts emerge from the royal commission into defence and veteran suicide Westpac will get a new CEO in December  And the jobs you need to get if you want to become a politician Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - saving for a ho...

The United Nations Global Compact Network Australia  (UN GCNA) might sound like a mouthful, but it's doing vital work with Australian businesses. Not only is it the conduit between the UN and the private sector, it's also helping companies align their operations with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Kate Dundas, Executive Director of the UN GCNA, talks to Sean Aylmer about these goals, and...

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 lower Qantas breakup? Class action against Domino’s China falling prices Harris-Trump tie Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 9 September 2024 The spring selling season kicks off as the political fight over the Reserve Bank escalates.  And more, including: New recommendations to make it easier for part-time workers $6.6 billion paid out to content creators on streaming platform OnlyFans And the revolution happening in the world of bananas Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - saving for...

Adam Lang and EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy discuss the major events, reports, and data releases that provide insight into the economy this week (and also look back at last week's events). Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week chipmaker Nvidia recorded the biggest ever one-day drop in market value, losing $US279 billion in a single session. Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, talks to Adam Lang about the US earnings season, then about the outlook for Nvidia specifically, as well as some of the local stocks operating in the AI space. This is general information only. You should seek...

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 #62 Peter Thornhill is the author of Motivated Money, and Canna Campbell's own money mentor. His approach to investing has seen him build a $10m investment portfo...

Adam Lang and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special gurst Tim Burrowes 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. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 6 September 2024 A $1.6 billion deal between Optus and TPG could chip away at Telstra’s dominance.  And more, including: RBA boss Michele Bullock acknowledges some homeowners may have to sell Labor’s Bill Shorten is calling it quits And new data shows small and medium business owners’ are struggling with their mental health Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - sa...

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 ever corruption scandal. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/l...

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.

Listener Jacob asks: You were talking about consumer sentiment and business sentiment. How is it actually measured? I get measuring something like how much we're spending or saving, or how much businesses are investing, because those are dollar values. But sentiment is how we feel, so how do they measure it? And who does the measuring? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listene...

Thursday 5 September 2024 The economy records its worst annual growth since the early 90s, excluding the pandemic.  And more, including: Nvidia suffers one of the largest one-day falls in market value ever The case to put dental care in Medicare is growing among Labor And Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor stores are getting a rebrand Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford T...