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

Friday 9 February 2024 Big changes for casuals and gig workers as Labor pushes through workplace legislation.  Energy giant AGL quadruples its profit Mirvac says higher interest rates and weaker first home-buyer activity is slowing the market And Apple considers a flip phone Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this...

Who's paying bills, and who isn't? Which sectors are in trouble, and which ones are holding up okay? This is the real state of the economy, from a company who sees it first hand. Kirk Cheesman, Group Managing Director at National Credit Insurance, or NCI, talks to Sean Aylmer about their unique insight into what it's like for Aussie businesses right now. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/...

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 Nvidia soars Tax dominates QT Transurban quadruples profits Israel rejects peace plan Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 8 February 2024 The government is set to push through legislation that stops bosses from calling, or texting, workers after hours.  Also today: Australia’s two biggest energy companies call off $80 billion merger talks  NAB gets a new CEO And the fight over supermarket prices starts to get a bit nasty Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about...

Commercial property has had its share of headwinds. New data shows deal flow in the sector has dropped significantly - but much of the pressure is on office towers. Other parts of the sector are performing comparatively well. And in the middle of it all are Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs.  Matthew Strotton is the Executive Director, Head of Real Estate at RAM, which stands for Real Asset...

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 higher Fels swipe at Qantas, supermarkets Amcor sacks 2,000 Luxury sales jump Bank boss’ pay cut 30pc Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 7 February 2024 The Reserve Bank is still considering hiking interest rates if inflation doesn’t keep improving. Also today: The Opposition will support Labor’s tax cuts.  PWC introduces its own version of ChatGPT And a couple of highly criticised Aussie business leaders get some significant support Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about...

The Reserve Bank board kept interest rates on hold yesterday. No surprises there - but the RBA Governor's press conference certainly captured everyone's attention, ranging from interest rates and inflation to jobs and Taylor Swift. EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about the press conference, and gives her forecast for when rates will start coming down. Find out more: https:/...

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. Rates on hold ASX200 closes down Myer, Nick Scali surge Lithium still on the nose King Charles has cancer Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 6 February 2024 Relations between Canberra and Beijing nosedive after an Australian is sentenced to death.  Also today: A new era for the Reserve Bank is ushered in as the central banks readies for its interest rate decision today.  Faster NBN could deliver a $400 billion boost to the economy And what longevity experts recommend for a long life Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ S...

Federal parliament officially resumes today, with tax cuts dominating headlines. But with cost of living, industrial relations reform, trade with China, and a US election also coming up - it's going to be a massive year in politics. Charles Croucher, Chief Political Editor at Nine News, talks to Sean Aylmer about the key political battles in 2024. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See om...

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. ASX200 falls 1pc Gold miners merge Fed wary of rate cuts Voters like new tax regime Lynas in merger talks Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5 February 2024 ASX profit season kicks off this week with expectations high as the market hits a new record.  Also today: A cracking opening weekend to the home auctions season Carmakers to be forced to sell more electric and efficient vehicles in Australia And the most streamed show in 2023 across the US first ran more than a decade ago Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omny...

Reporting season is on us again, and all eyes are on ASX-listed companies for their results and their outlook. Matthew Kidman, Principal at Centennial Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about the stocks and sectors he's keeping an eye on. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omn...

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.

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. Ep #70: RED FLAGS OF FINANCIAL ABUSE Financial abuse is more common than you might think - and it comes in many different forms, from controlling access to money, to taki...

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

Friday 2 February 2024 Office vacancy rates hit a 30 year high as workers and investors stay away from workplaces.  Also today: Australia’s biggest home lender says prices will rise 5 per cent this year.  Debate heats up over tax cuts And Mark Zuckerberg apologises for the harm Facebook has caused to children Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about...

Karen Halligan is the CEO of OzTAM, the company that measures Australian television audiences. OzTAM is independent, but is owned by three fierce rivals: Tv networks Nine, Seven and Ten. This week OzTAM changed the way audiences are measured in Australia, bringing it into an age of catch-up viewing and online streaming. Karen Halligan talks to Sean Aylmer about the changes, and why it matters to T...

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 1.2pc Fed cools rate speculation Apartment approvals dive Block to cut jobs Live sheep export ship returns Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 1 February 2024 The next move in interest rates is likely to be down, as cost of living pressures cull inflation.  Also today: Local share market hits new high House prices continued to rise in January across most capital cities And Elon Musk’s $US55 billion pay struck down as excessive Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about financial abus...

Inflation has fallen to a two-year low, with an annual rate of 4.1%. So will it be enough to see the Reserve Bank cut interest rates this year? Gareth Aird, Head of Australian Economics at the Commonwealth Bank, shares his predictions, as well as his take on the performance of the RBA. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.