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05.17.2024
Afternoon Report | Market ends week higher
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 lower Dutton’s budget response Bendigo surges Apple’s mis-delivery Xi, Putin talks Find out...
05.16.2024
Unemployment jumps, RBA warns rent and prices to stay high, Aristocrat bingo
Friday 17 May 2024 A combination of a surge in the unemployment rate and lower inflation in the US, combine to send share markets soaring. And more, including: The Reserve Bank warns that house prices, and rents, aren’t coming down anytime soon. Former PM...
05.16.2024
Interview: This is the future of technology
AI and virtual reality have been the tech buzzwords of the last few years. Add in quantum computing, and the future of technology is here. Stephen Fenech, editor of techguide.com.au, talks to Sean Aylmer about how these technologies will actually change our...
05.16.2024
Afternoon Report | Rate cut hopes spur markets
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. Unemployment jumps ASX surges Air Vanuatu owes $99m Incitec shaares surge New Caledonia state...
05.15.2024
Budget is inflationary, wages growth slows sharply, meme stocks keep running
Thursday 16 May 2024 The experts have spoken: the federal budget is inflationary and won’t help the push to cut interest rates. Wages growth slows sharply BHP boss Mike Henry jumps on Anglo American’s plans to demerge its platinum and diamond businesses And meme...
05.15.2024
Interview: Confused about meme stocks? Here's what you need to know.
In 2021 shares in GameStop, a struggling chain of video game shops in the US, soared from around $US18 to almost $US500 - a result of online hype, largely on social media platform Reddit. And now it's happening again, after...
05.15.2024
Afternoon Report | Budget, index winners push market higher
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 Budget winners and losers MSCI changes help ASX...
05.14.2024
Energy relief, surplus in fed budget, BHP’s 2nd Anglo bid rejected, meme shares re-appear
Wednesday 15 May 2024 Jim Chalmers announces another budget surplus and billions of dollars in cost of living relief And more, including: BHP’s second bid for Anglo-American is rejected Qantas axes a major international route And meme shares are back, maybe Plus don’t miss this week’s...
05.14.2024
Interview: Fear & Greed's budget analysis with Stephen Koukoulas
Last night Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the federal budget, forecasting a surplus of $9.3 billion. There's cost of living relief, including $300 in power bill rebates for households and $325 for small business, additional funding for medicines, rental relief...
05.14.2024
Afternoon Report | Markets quiet ahead of budget
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 0.3pc lower Lithium, nickel stocks do well Federal Court backs...
05.13.2024
Business conditions worsening, Treasury optimistic about inflation, McDonald’s rules
Tuesday 14 May 2024 Businesses are feeling the brunt of the economic slowdown, with trading conditions getting tougher. The Federal Treasury is optimistic that inflation is coming back under control Elon Musk’s X has a win in court against the Government And how McDonalds...
05.13.2024
Interview: What Aussies REALLY think about our banks
Australians are wary of our banks going cashless too quickly. We also think banks should protect us from scammers, and support us if we become a victim. But we don't have a lot of respect for banks and their contribution...
05.13.2024
Afternoon Report | Market flat ahead of budget
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. Fletcher tumbles Lendlease tax claim ARN scrambles to save deal ANZ under investigation Biden...
05.12.2024
Will budget boost inflation?, radio deal collapses, tech directors sell shares
Monday 13 May 2024 It’s federal budget week and the big unknown is whether federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers can keep a lid on inflation. The biggest radio deal in years is close to falling over after one party pulls out Auction numbers remain...
05.12.2024
Interview: The best and worst of Wall Street
As earnings season wraps up in the US, it's a good time to look at the winners and losers on Wall Street. Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, takes Sean Aylmer through the performance of companies like Microsoft,...
05.12.2024
The Week Ahead | 13 May 2024
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...
05.11.2024
Sunday feature: This chilling ransomware audio proves cybercrime is big business
Guest: Darren Hopkins and Shane Bell, cyber partners at McGrathNicol Advisory Original air date: Oct 27, 2022 Original description: Cybercrime - and ransomware in particular - is booming. Almost 70% of Australian businesses have suffered a ransomware attack in the last five...
05.10.2024
The Weekend Edition | 11-12 May 2024
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.
05.10.2024
Afternoon Report | ASX up 1.5pc for week
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 stocks shine HC win for government QBE premium increases Anglo open to...
05.09.2024
Cost-of-living crushes retail stocks, CBA’s profit falls, scientists discover new hot planet
Friday 10 May 2024 Retail stocks tumble as shoppers stay away. Commonwealth Bank announces a drop in profit Albanese Government adopts a new gas policy And scientists discover a new planet, with an atmosphere which is necessary for life, but the surface temperature is...
05.09.2024
Interview: Buying a sporting team isn't just for Hollywood stars
Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made headlines (and a Netflix show) with their purchase of Welsh football team Wrexham. But they're not the only ones getting into sporting teams. Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative investing community fund Alts.co,...
05.09.2024
Afternoon Report | Markets fall on retailers
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 1.1pc Scentre to up security Bonza’s Bruce leaves town Europe starts...
05.08.2024
Qantas gets its groove back, KKR $2.2b bid for Perpetual, tough times at Disney
Thursday 9 May 2024 Qantas finally gets back to pre-COVID capacity with strong demand for seats at the front end of the plane. Private equity group KKR bids $2.2 billion to break up Perpetual Limited Federal Budget to contain initiatives to tackle housing...
05.08.2024
Interview: Could this be the answer to the housing crisis?
Australia is still in the midst of a housing crisis. House prices have risen for 15 consecutive months. Rents are soaring. Demand is outstripping supply. Alan Greenstein is the CEO and co-founder of Zagga, an Australian boutique investment manager and non-bank...
05.08.2024
Afternoon Report | Market ends flat
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. Namoi bid heats up PM, China spat Goodman upgrade MyHealth unhealthy $556m to map...
05.07.2024
Inflation higher, rates on hold; ANZ joins buyback club; Trump threatened with gaol
Wednesday 8 May 2024 The Reserve Bank ups its inflation forecasts and interest rates are set to stay on hold for the foreseeable future. And more, including: ANZ joins the buyback club The likelihood of Bonza flying again diminishes And Donald Trump threatened with gaol...
05.07.2024
Interview: Westpac's Luci Ellis on interest rates, inflation, and the new Reserve Bank
Yesterday the Reserve Bank left interest rates on hold, but significantly revised its inflation forecast. Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis takes Sean Aylmer through what it means for rate cuts - and gives her take on the 'new' Reserve Bank, having...
05.07.2024
Afternoon Report | Rates on hold
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 surges ANZ profits tumbles CCS out of favour Namoi bidding heats up Israel...
05.06.2024
Qantas to pay $120m for ghost flights, Westpac profit tumbles, cinemas in strife
Tuesday 7 May 2024 Qantas agrees it misled passengers and will pay $120 million in fines and reparations for customers. And more, including: Concerns rise about next week’s Budget and its impact on inflation Westpac announces a slump in profits And it isn’t looking promising...
05.06.2024
Interview: New Optus boss has a big job to do
Optus is getting a new CEO: Stephen Rue, current head of NBN Co, is jumping across to Australia's number two telco later this year. Paul Budde, telecommunications management and business consultant with Paul Budde Consultancy, talks to Sean Aylmer about why...
05.06.2024
Afternoon Report | ASX200 ends higher
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. Westpac earnings fall Optus new boss Graincorp downgrades outlook Kogan.com queried Aussie tourists dead Find...
05.05.2024
RBA bias to hike rates, hybrids beating EV sales, largest ASX failure ever gets closer
Monday 6 May 2024 The Reserve Bank board is likely to move to a tightening bias when it meets on interest rates tomorrow. The Federal Government announces major changes to the indexation of HECS debts New car sales surge and it’s hybrids, not...
05.05.2024
Interview: Banks are reporting results. Here's what to watch.
NAB last week reported a 13% drop in first half cash profit to about $3.6 billion. A big decline - but it came after a stellar result last year. Carlos Cacho, bank analyst and Chief Economist at Jarden Australia, takes Sean...
05.05.2024
The Week Ahead | 6 May 2024
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...
05.04.2024
Sunday feature: The ecommerce company started in an Aussie garage
Guest: Kate Morris, founder of Adore Beauty Original air date: March 30, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Kate Morris, founder of Adore Beauty, about the incredible business she started with James Height in a garage two decades ago. Kate takes...
05.03.2024
The Weekend Edition | 4-5 May 2024
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.
05.03.2024
Afternoon Report | ASX higher for the week
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 the way Macquarie profit down 13pc Afterpay pays Uni protests Apple shares...
05.02.2024
NAB’s profit tumbles, Woolies warns of tough times, Starbucks suffers as instant coffee booms
Friday 3 May 2024 National Australia Bank reports a sharp drop in profit. And more, including: The boss of Woollies warns of tough times ahead for supermarkets Rio Tinto silent on a possible play for Anglo American And how Starbucks is suffering from the shift...
05.02.2024
Interview: How to get the most out of your frequent flyer points
Recently Qantas announced a major overhaul of its Frequent Flyer program, introducing Classic Plus to add about 20 million reward seats. Steve Hui, aka The Points Whisperer, is the founder of iFlyFlat. He talks Sean Aylmer through the Qantas changes -...
05.02.2024
Afternoon Report | Banks lead market higher
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 NAB’s mixed profit result Clubs data stolen Trade surplus shrinks US...
05.01.2024
Telstra, Woolworths shares lag; Canberra money for DV; Australia’s $200m home
Thursday 2 May 2024 Telstra, Woolworths and Woodside among the worst performing stocks over the past year. And more, including: The Federal government promises money to address domestic violence Qantas is investigating a glitch with its app that allowed travellers to see the details...
05.01.2024
Interview: Busting five myths of private credit
Private credit is a hot topic for investors right now. With more people considering the asset class, it's a perfect time to bust a few myths around private credit. Roger Montgomery, founder and CIO of Montgomery Investment Management, takes Sean Aylmer...
05.01.2024
Afternoon Report | Markets fall as rates dominate
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 Aussie dollar falls Foreign investor rules change Telco prices to rise NYC...
04.30.2024
Bonza airline collapses, retail trade pressures RBA, house prices rise for 15th month in a row
Wednesday 1 May 2024 Bonza airline goes into administration, stranding thousands of passengers. Retail sales fall, putting pressure on the Reserve Bank around interest rates. House prices rise for the 15th consecutive month. And David Beckham and Mark Wahlberg face off in court over...
04.30.2024
Interview: This expert gave Bonza a 5% chance of survival. He was right.
Yesterday, Australia's newest airline Bonza went into voluntary administration. Went the airline first announced its plans to launch, international aviation consultant Neil Hansford said it had -at best - a 5% chance of making it. Neil talks to Sean Aylmer about...
04.30.2024
Afternoon Report | Markets up
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 BHP, Vale deal Coles sales growth slows Feds to fund...
04.29.2024
Star dumps chair; Optus, TPG do deal to take on Telstra; Sydney shock jocks hit Melbourne
Tuesday 30 April 2024 The board of Star Entertainment dumps the gaming group’s chairman. And more, including: Optus and TPG do a billion dollar deal to take on Telstra in the bush One of the most expensive experiments in radio history has kicked off,...
04.29.2024
Interview: Where did Star Entertainment go so wrong?
Yesterday Star Entertainment Group lost its Executive Chair, as the company continues to face its second gaming inquiry in NSW. Compare that to Crown Resorts, which has now received its full licence to operate in both Victoria and NSW. Both companies...
04.29.2024
Afternoon Report | Market reclaims losses
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 Optus-TPG deal Crown to cut 1,000 jobs KKR looks at...
04.28.2024
Rate fears can’t dampen auctions, BHP expected to lift bid, record price for Titanic watch
Monday 29 April 2024 The threat of higher interest rates fails to dull the housing market. And more, including: National Cabinet to meet, with a focus on violence against women BHP expected to up its bid for UK based miner Anglo American And a gold...

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FEAR & GREED | Business News episodes:

Afternoon Report | Market ends week higher

Unemployment jumps, RBA warns rent and prices to stay high, Aristocrat bingo

Interview: This is the future of technology

Afternoon Report | Rate cut hopes spur markets

Budget is inflationary, wages growth slows sharply, meme stocks keep running

Interview: Confused about meme stocks? Here's what you need to know.

Afternoon Report | Budget, index winners push market higher

Energy relief, surplus in fed budget, BHP’s 2nd Anglo bid rejected, meme shares re-appear

Interview: Fear & Greed's budget analysis with Stephen Koukoulas

Afternoon Report | Markets quiet ahead of budget

Business conditions worsening, Treasury optimistic about inflation, McDonald’s rules

Interview: What Aussies REALLY think about our banks

Afternoon Report | Market flat ahead of budget

Will budget boost inflation?, radio deal collapses, tech directors sell shares

Interview: The best and worst of Wall Street

The Week Ahead | 13 May 2024

Sunday feature: This chilling ransomware audio proves cybercrime is big business

The Weekend Edition | 11-12 May 2024

Afternoon Report | ASX up 1.5pc for week

Cost-of-living crushes retail stocks, CBA’s profit falls, scientists discover new hot planet

Interview: Buying a sporting team isn't just for Hollywood stars

Afternoon Report | Markets fall on retailers

Qantas gets its groove back, KKR $2.2b bid for Perpetual, tough times at Disney

Interview: Could this be the answer to the housing crisis?

Afternoon Report | Market ends flat

Inflation higher, rates on hold; ANZ joins buyback club; Trump threatened with gaol

Interview: Westpac's Luci Ellis on interest rates, inflation, and the new Reserve Bank

Afternoon Report | Rates on hold

Qantas to pay $120m for ghost flights, Westpac profit tumbles, cinemas in strife

Interview: New Optus boss has a big job to do

Afternoon Report | ASX200 ends higher

RBA bias to hike rates, hybrids beating EV sales, largest ASX failure ever gets closer

Interview: Banks are reporting results. Here's what to watch.

The Week Ahead | 6 May 2024

Sunday feature: The ecommerce company started in an Aussie garage

The Weekend Edition | 4-5 May 2024

Afternoon Report | ASX higher for the week

NAB’s profit tumbles, Woolies warns of tough times, Starbucks suffers as instant coffee booms

Interview: How to get the most out of your frequent flyer points

Afternoon Report | Banks lead market higher

Telstra, Woolworths shares lag; Canberra money for DV; Australia’s $200m home

Interview: Busting five myths of private credit

Afternoon Report | Markets fall as rates dominate

Bonza airline collapses, retail trade pressures RBA, house prices rise for 15th month in a row

Interview: This expert gave Bonza a 5% chance of survival. He was right.

Afternoon Report | Markets up

Star dumps chair; Optus, TPG do deal to take on Telstra; Sydney shock jocks hit Melbourne

Interview: Where did Star Entertainment go so wrong?

Afternoon Report | Market reclaims losses

Rate fears can’t dampen auctions, BHP expected to lift bid, record price for Titanic watch

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