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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. CPI lower than expected Origin looks to renewables Bluescope wins grant More bad news for nickel Microsoft strong result Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 31 January 2024 Retail spending takes a dive as one of the oldest retailers in the country calls in administrators.  Also today: Coalition MPs push to support the government’s proposed tax changes.  Three carriers instead of one would halve airfares, government says And Elon Musk’s Neuralink announces its first ever implant into a human brain Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do...

In the last week, Microsoft has joined Apple as the only US companies to reach a $US3 trillion market valuation. Just seven tech stocks - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta and Tesla - make up almost 30 percent of the S&P500. So can they keep growing? Catriona Burns, Lead Portfolio Manager for WAM Global, talks to Sean Aylmer about what it mean for investors when so few companies...

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 lead the way Aussie dollar jumps Costa to de-list Nickel Industries bumper result City Chic attracts suitors Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 30 January 2024 High dividend yield payers perform poorly in share price terms.  Also today: Childcare costs fall but there’s doubt over whether it will last Suncorp warns of a jump in home insurance claims And one of the world’s biggest property companies collapses Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the most important commodities in the world - but how much do you actually know about how oil is produced? Sean Aylmer talks to David Prentice, MD of Brookside Energy, about how the industry works, and how junior producers like Brookside fit into a sector dominated by global giants. 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. Banks lead way Great tax sell Woolworths write-off Combet to head Future Fund Biden under pressure Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 29 January 2024 Half the world’s population face elections this year with big ramifications for investment markets.  Also today: The Reserve Bank warns on hoarding of $100 bills.  Qantas calls in consultants to help with on-time performance And Microsoft’s worth hits US$3 trillion – more than the value of the Australian superannuation market Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See o...

The Commonwealth Bank has had a great run lately - it’s closing in on being a $200 billion company. But how far can it go? And what happens to CBA - and the other big banks - if interest rates do start to fall this year? Carlos Cacho, Banks Analyst and Chief Economist at Jarden Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about why the Commonwealth Bank's share price has been rising, and what it all means for...

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.

Guest: Superyacht captain Brendan O'Shannassy Original air date: May 13, 2022 Superyachts are from another world altogether: after all, these vessels can be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.  Brendan O'Shannassy is a superyacht captain, having been in command of some of the most famous and expensive vessels on earth. He talks to Sean Aylmer about life on board a superyacht, the leadership les...

Michael Thompson and Sean Aylmer go head to head on the top business stories of the week. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 26 January 2024 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends his changes to tax rates and announces an inquiry into supermarkets  Also today: Domino’s Pizza downgrades and its share price plunges Another day, another lithium miner cutting costs And Tesla is hit by falling sales Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about getting ahead if you don’t wan...

The world's biggest economy is heading for recession, according to investment giant Vanguard.  Dr Qian Wang, Vanguard’s Chief Economist for the Asia Pacific region, talks to Sean Aylmer about the Vanguard Economic and Market Outlook report, and what 2024 has in store for the US, Europe and Asia. 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 up Tax changes won’t hit inflation Lithium stocks down, again Big miners jump Lewis pleads guilty Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 25 January 2024 The federal government announces tax cuts for everyone, though high income earners won’t get as much back, as promised.  Also today: Woolworths boss concedes he misread the political environment on Australia Day Former News Corp boss Kim Williams to replace Ita Buttrose as ABC Chair And Netflix is back, adding subscribers by the millions Plus don’t miss the latest episode...

Artificial intelligence is making everything faster - including finding a loan. Julian Fayad, founder and CEO of  LoanOptions. AI , talks to Sean Aylmer about how AI has changed the lending market - and how his technology has seen loans delivered almost faster than a pizza. LoanOptions. AI is a supporter of Fear and Greed Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for...

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 ASX higher Bunnings owners merge Woodside-Santos talks continue Rio goes big on solar Trump wins New Hampshire Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 24 January 2024 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says all Australians are in line for a tax cut.  Also today: Business conditions cool but it’s good news on the inflation front  Woolworths and Coles bow to pressure and cut the price of red meat.  Donald Trump-related stocks soar following the withdrawal of Ron DeSantis from the Republican race Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do...

Andrew Forrest's company Wyloo has become the latest to shut down Australian nickel mines, as the price of the battery mineral slides.  Vivek Dhar, Director of Mining and Energy Commodities Research at Commonwealth Bank, talks to Sean Aylmer, about the market for nickel, and why Andrew Forrest is calling for a shake-up of the London Metals Exchange. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See...

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. Health stocks lead the way Former PM quits Medibank hacker revealed Parental leave gets support Canberra backs US attacks Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 23 January 2024 Nickel and lithium prices tumble creating havoc among battery metal investors.  Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese starts to talk about a Trump Presidency The national median rent value pushes above $600 per week for the first time Sports Illustrated sacks staff, with speculation the print version might be axed Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnyst...

With Ron DeSantis pulling out, only Nikki Haley stands between Donald Trump and the Republican nomination for President. But Haley is trailing in the polls ahead of the New Hampshire primary this week, and all the momentum is behind Trump. Sean Aylmer talks to  Bruce Wolpe , Senior Fellow (non-resident) at the United States Studies Centre, about the New Hampshire primary, why Donald Trump remains...

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 closes higher Lithium miners tumble Appen’s share price plunges DP World says bill not workable DeSantis ends bid Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 22 January 2024 Commonwealth Bank’s share price surges towards a record high.  Also today: Regional Australia experiences massive house price falls Why Gen Z is being responsible with its money And two Madonna fans sue the singer for coming on stage late Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.