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It’s a tough time to be investing in Australian media companies. Ad markets are shrinking, digital giants are throwing their weight around, and the outlook for free-to-air broadcasters is looking increasingly grim. Tim Burrowes, owner of media and marketing newsletter Unmade, operates the Unmade Index - a weighted index of Australian media companies. He talks to Sean Aylmer about how the index has...

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 Chalmers defends growth IDP tumbles NDIS investigations Canada first to cut rates Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 6 June 2024 The Australian economy slows to its lowest pace in more than 30 years, outside the COVID pandemic.  And more, including: Privacy watchdog to take legal action against Medibank Private over 2022 data breach Get ready for a shortage of eggs And why some of the biggest names in retailing are thinking about cutting prices Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford Th...

Yesterday economic growth for the March quarter came in at just 0.1%. The previous quarter was 0.2%, making it the weakest six months in decades (outside of the pandemic). So will the Reserve Bank reduce interest rates? Will we end up in recession? Gareth Aird, Head of Australian Economics at the Commonwealth Bank, takes Sean Aylmer through the numbers and what he sees as the path ahead. 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. Rate stocks sends ASX higher Nvidia closes on Apple Green targets lagging Treasury shares jump Mutuals merge Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 5 June 2024 The National Disability Insurance Scheme is rife with corrupt practices, according to its integrity chief.  And more, including: ABC Radio tumbles in Melbourne but rises in Sydney Good times for farmers, fishermen and foresters And everyone’s favourite meme stock, GameStop, surges 75 per cent on a single post on Reddit Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford...

Almost six million Australians have struggled to make debt repayments in the last 12 months, as the cost of living crisis hits home. Just as alarming though, is the fact that 30% of people wouldn’t ask for help from their bank or lender. ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland talks to Sean Aylmer about how banks are obliged to help their clients - and why customers are reluctant to reach out. Find out mo...

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. Energy and materials lower Bond yields fall Data says economy slowed Godfreys gone Modi set to return as Indian PM Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 4 June 2024 Minimum wage earners to get a 3.75 per cent increase in their wages on July 1, on top of the Stage 3 tax cuts.  And more, including: Almost half of all Australians struggle to make loan repayments, yet many don’t ask for help The Federal Government orders foreign investors of a rare earths company to sell down their stakes And Nvidia announces a new super chip, before it's even...

Australia’s housing sector has become a two-speed market, with big disparities between capital cities. House prices rose 0.8% across the country, but the mid-size capitals are leading the way. Tim Lawless, Head of Research at CoreLogic, talks to Sean Aylmer explains why Brisbane is booming, and Melbourne isn't. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

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 OPEC extends oil cuts Calls for super changes Retail wrangling Murdoch marries Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 3 June 2024 Australia’s housing sector has become a two-speed market, with the smaller capital cities doing much better than the larger metropolises.  And more, including: Former Treasurer Josh Fryden reportedly considering another tilt at politics Bunnings has been named the country’s most trusted brand And China lands a spacecraft on the dark side of the moon  Plus don’t miss the latest 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.

According to the IMF, last year the private market topped $US2.1 trillion globally in assets and committed capital. But what do deals in this space actually look like? And how does a private credit provider assess risk? Paul Myliotis, co-founder and Managing Director of  Msquared Capital , talks Sean Aylmer through the opportunities and risks in private credit. Msquared Capital is a supporter of t...

Guest: Dr Kathleen Adams Original publication date: May 21, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Dr Kathleen Adams, marketing lecturer at RMIT, about Walmart - retail icon and the largest private employer in the world.  They talk about the history of this incredible company, why it's been so successful, and why you won't find one in Australia. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au...

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and 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 higher Trump guilty on 34 counts Trump can still run for President Guzman to list Giles under pressure Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 31 May 2024 The Australian super sector closes in on $4 trillion just as workers get set to up their contributions.   And more, including: China lifts its ban on five Australian beef exporters Gina Rinehart tops the list of the richest Aussies And the Queen music catalogue is up for sale and is expected to fetch around $1.5 billion Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford Th...

The cost of living crisis is still here - and the spending habits of seven million Commonwealth Bank customers show just how hard it's hitting households and businesses. Wade Tubman is Head of Innovation and Analytics at CommBank iQ - a joint venture between Commonwealth Bank and data company Quantium. Wade talks to Sean Aylmer about the CommBank iQ Cost of Living report, how spending has changed...

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. Miners lead market lower Petrol prices low RBA focused on inflation PM invited to Ukraine summit Hong Kong verdict Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 30 May 2024 Annual inflation rises pushing out the timeline for interest rate cuts.  And more, including: BHP and Anglo-American fail to reach agreement on the Big Australian’s $75 billion bid Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers is cool on Industry Minister Ed Husic’s calls for a lower corporate tax rate And expect the cost of your OJ in the morning to jump with orange juice prices doubling in...

Economists expected monthly inflation to fall yesterday. Instead, it rose. EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about what it all means for interest rates. 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 tumbles News Corp restructure Direction 99 to change Lendlease sale IAG lawsuit Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 29 May 2024 Retail sales per capita have fallen to the lowest level in two years.  The government floats the idea of a lower corporate tax rate High profile companies caught up in sexual harassment scandals And convenience stores are winning over customers from the big supermarkets Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - all about mindful spending. Get the episod...

This week BHP's pursuit of global rival Anglo American comes to a head - at the same time as another Aussie company, Lendlease, winds back its international expansion. So why are some Australian companies booming overseas, while others fail to find their feet? Todd Hoare, Head of Public Markets at LGT Crestone, talks to Sean Aylmer about BHP, Lendlease, CSL, Wisetech, the banks and more - and expl...