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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).

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The Reserve Bank has increased the official cash rate by 0.25% at its May meeting.

EY Oceania Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy tells Sean Aylmer why the RBA had no option but to increase rates, and what it means for businesses and homeowners.

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National house prices dropped another 0.6% last month, with the drop getting steeper in some of our biggest cities. But with the Reserve Bank board widely tipped to increase interest rates again tomorrow, how far down can property prices go?

Tim Lawless, Research Director for Asia Pacific at CoreLogic, talks to Adam Lang about what to expect in the property market.

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Friday 23rd July 2021 

BHP signs a deal with Tesla as investors plough into local miners who dig up metals used in batteries and electric vehicles. 

Also today:

• The ASX hits a new all time high as investors look beyond COVID.
• The Prime Minister apologises for the dreadful state of the vaccine roll-out.
• And airlines warn that jobs losses are close if the lockdowns continue.

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BlackRock is the world's largest fund manager, with more than $10 trillion in assets under management. Ben Powell is BlackRock's Chief Investment Strategist for Asia Pacific, and talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for global markets, and the investment opportunities in Asia.

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Adam Lang speaks to Dr Richard Hamilton, owner of Leconfield Wines, about the huge impact China's tariffs have had on wine exports. They talk about how the business pivoted to new international markets, and also discuss the Hamilton family's incredible history as one of Australia's oldest winemaking families.

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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).

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Wednesday 22 May 2024

Consumers plan to save their Stage 3 tax cuts, which could help keep inflation lower. 

And more, including:

• Telstra to axe almost ten per cent of its workforce
• Confusion rife over Hard Rock’s interest in Star Entertainment
• And the ACCC forecasts that domestic airfares could fall

Plus don’t miss this week’s episode of How Do They Afford That? - a masterclass in investing in shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Friday 19 August 2022

Australia’s unemployment rate falls to a new 48 year low. 

Also today:

• Traffic is back to pre-pandemic levels, but people are trying to travel outside peak hours
• F45 reports a $US35 million loss as the gym chain’s woes worsen
• And why Japan is running a campaign to get 20 and 30 years olds to drink more alcohol

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Wednesday 8th February 2023

The Reserve Bank makes it clear that there are more rate rises on the horizon, after lifting for the ninth successive month. 

Also today:

• Australia’s biggest toll road group confirms there’s more cars on the road now, than before the pandemic
• Google unveils its AI competitor to ChatGPT
• And why one episode of The Simpsons will be pulled from streaming into Hong Kong

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week, it’s all about how to get started in shares. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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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).

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Fear & Greed is producing the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. There's a new episode every Wednesday - follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Original release date: Wednesday 11 October 2023

In this week’s Mumbrellacast: 

What impact does advertising have on voters?

Also today:

• The chair and three directors to go in a major board shakeup at Qantas
• OzTAM appoints a new CEO
• And what Nick McKenzie and Joe Aston - two of Australia’s best journalists - have in common

Join Michael Thompson, Sean Aylmer & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.

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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.

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Thursday 11 February 2021 

Australia’s largest company, the Commonwealth Bank, will pay a bigger than expected dividend to shareholders and is upbeat about the future. 

Also today:

• IAG says higher premiums are underpinning strong growth in the insurance sector.
• The fall-out for Crown casino from a damning report gathers pace.
• And consumer sentiment rises, and that’s good for the economy.

Plus an interview with Ben Willee, head of Spinach advertising agency.

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The federal government is introducing a digital ID for use right across the economy.

Brad Carr, executive for Executive, Innovation & Partnerships at NAB, explains why these IDs will make a difference not just for consumers, but for small and medium sized businesses who will no longer need to collect and store so much data.

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Friday 18 March 2022

The pressure is on to lift interest rates as the unemployment rate falls to a 14 year low

Also today: 

• The Federal education minister takes on teachers, and doesn’t miss. 
• The conundrum facing Apple and Google in Russia
• And why it’s time to book a cheap holiday flight

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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.

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In just five minutes, the Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - pick out the biggest political stories of the last 12 months.

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Wednesday 23 February 2022 

Europe is on the brink of a full scale conflict as Russian troops march into the Ukraine. 

Also today: 

• Coles reports an impressive half year result
• Treasurer Josh Frydenberg cool on prospect of Cannon-Brookes AGL bid
• Mask wearing set to end

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Friday 27th August 2021 

Qantas announces a $2.35 billion loss but hopes to be flying overseas again by the end of the year. 

Also today:

• NSW records more than 1,000 COVID cases in a single day, but Premier Berejiklian still announces easing of restrictions.
• Woolworths struggles keeping shelves stocked as COVID bites.
• And business investment picks up but the economy may still be heading for a double dip recession.

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Sean Aylmer speaks to John Stensholt, business journalist and Lists Editor at The Australian, about The List: Australia's Richest 250, available in The Weekend Australian on March 20. John and Sean share their experiences of trying to verify the wealth reported in these lists.

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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.

1. ASX hits five month high

2. Fed indicates rate cuts

3. Woolies get’s its pet shop

4. NSW heat warning

5. Vote to impeach Biden

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The property market is off to a very strong start for 2024.

But at the same time, the gap between the values of houses and units has surged to $293,950.

Tim Lawless, Head of Research for CoreLogic, talks to Sean Aylmer about the latest data on the price difference, and why the strength of the market this year is a bit of a surprise.

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A surge in COVID-19 cases in Victoria, and 150,000 new cases globally in just 24 hours, has sparked fears of a second wave of coronavirus infections. 

Also today:

• Donald Trump holds his first re-election rally to a smaller than expected crowd
• The Fair Work Commission delays wage rises for millions of workers
• And Jetstar offers $19 airfares, but the competition watchdog isn’t happy

Plus an interview with ANZ senior economist Cherelle Murphy about last week’s disastrous employment figures.

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.

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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.

1. ASX up on commodities

2. Imugene’s shares surge on FDA news

3. KFC, Taco Bell owner upbeat

4. Plenti share price jumps 65pc

5. Israel-Hamas ceasefire extended

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With demand for critical minerals like silver soaring, news that the largest undeveloped silver resource in Australia has received the green light from planning authorities provides a major boost to the sector.

Anthony McClure, Managing Director of Silver Mines Limited, talks to Sean about the economic significance of the project, and how the company brought the local community along with it.

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Monday 14 November 2022

Democrats retain control of the US Senate as voters send a strong message to former President Donald Trump

Also today:

• $18bn Brookfield-Origin deal to go before regulators
• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese snubbed from official Xi Jingping meeting list
• The fallout continues from the FTX crypto exchange collapse

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Tuesday 16 August 2022

JB HiFi shows that consumers are still spending, but the best might be over. 

Also today:

• Former PM SM under pressure over some pretty unusual practices while in government. 
• CBD’s ain’t coming back to life… well not yet, at least.
• And China cuts a key interest rate, while the rest of the world is raising them

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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).

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Wednesday 18th August 2021 

BHP will divest its oil and gas business, buy into potash, and drop its London listing in the biggest change for the company in two decades.

Also today:

• The local share market tumbles on disappointing earnings results, while the Aussie dollar falls below 73 US cents.
• The Reserve Bank leaves open the possibility of providing more support for the economy
• And another dreadful day on the COVID front.

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Friday 19 May 2023

Australia’s unemployment rate jumps as the labour market cools. 

Also today:

• China to resume buying Australian timber
• A big weekend for the leaders of the world’s most industrialised nations, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
• Elon Musk calls out people who work from home

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week is about credit scores - how to find out yours, and why it matters. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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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.

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Sean Aylmer speaks to Tim Harley, co-founder of OwnHome - an Australian company giving tenants the option to buy the property they're living in.

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4-5 November 2023

Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest Jennifer Duke adjudicating.

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Thursday 7 March 2024

The economy grew slightly at the end of last year as interest rates hurt households. 

Also today:

• Federal government under pressure over new vehicle efficiency standards
• Amazon hits record sales in Australia
• And Joe Biden and Donald Trump are victors in US primaries

Yesterday’s interview with Coinbase’s John O’Loghlen on the reasons for Bitcoin’s boom

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

It’s all about how to stop problem gambling from destroying your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Guest: Stuart Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars

Original publication date: 11 December 2020

Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Stuart Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, after the distillery was named International Gin Producer of the Year at the International Wine and Spirits Competition. In a very entertaining conversation, they discuss how the company was founded, why there's been such a boom in gin, and what's next for Four Pillars.

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Monday 1 May 2023

A big week for the economy kicks off strongly with another robust weekend for house auctions. 

Also today:

• The federal budget is just a week away, and it looks like it will focus on cost-of-living pressures, while also receiving a major tax boost. 
• Telstra’s mobile phone plans are set to rise by up to 20 per cent
• And Facebook remains the social media platform of choice in Australia, especially if you’re older.

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Tuesday 16 January 2024

Super Retail Group reports strong Christmas trading - but rising wages and rents are set to hit profit margins.

Also today:

• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says stage three tax cuts are still going ahead
• Oil and gas giant Santos gets approval for $5.8 billion project
• Artificial intelligence to affect almost 40% of jobs, according to IMF

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Around half of the global population is voting in elections this year - India, UK, France, European Parliament, Russia, and of course the US. Each one of these elections has an impact on financial markets. 

Niall O'Sullivan, Global Solutions Chief Investment Officer at investment giant Mercer, talks to Sean Aylmer about how he sees global markets this year - and why inflation is still central to the outlook for investors.

This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

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Guest: Tony Nash, co-founder and then-CEO of Booktopia

Original publication date: February 21, 2021

Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Tony Nash, co-founder and CEO of Booktopia, about the huge growth of the company over the last 17 years, culminating in its public listing in 2020.

Update: Booktopia's shares are in a trading halt, with concerns over the outlook for the business following three years of losses.

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Adam Lang speaks to Oliver Horn, CEO of Elixinol Wellness, about the growth of the hemp industry in Australia.  Elixinol Wellness produces both medicinal and food products from hemp, and it's an industry that's rapidly evolving around the world.

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Monday 2 September 2024

Property values increased in August but Melbourne has fallen behind. 

And more, including:

• Economists say we’re in our worst growth period since the 1990s recession
• The art market is suffering a major price crunch 
• And AI dating is now on the scene

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - ten money myths busted. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Both consumer and business confidence is on the rise and, with Christmas right around the corner, it couldn't come at a better time. The question is, where will consumers spend their built up savings? 

Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, discusses supply issues, the return of bricks and mortar shops, how online sales will fare and what it all means for investors.

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4-5 June 2022

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.

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Wednesday 28 June 2023

APRA forces Medibank to hold an extra $250 million in capital after last year’s cyber breach, setting a scary precedent for the industry. 

Also today:

• Things are booming at KFC as consumers look for value
• Qantas says the consumer slowdown shouldn’t affect earnings
• And there’s a labour shortage in the dairy sector – and the labourers are cows

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week it’s all about the pros and cons of pet insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Saturday, 26 March 2022

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.

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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.

1. Broad-based buying

2. Bond fund closes

3. US yields crawl higher

4. Strong month for super returns

5. US unis under fire

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Saturday, 24 October 2020

This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, with a fresh take on all the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his view on the week's business news, including:

• The biggest story
• The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar)
• The most remarkable story
• Sean's favourite story

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Monday 26th July 2021 

NSW is heading for an extended stay in lockdown, but South Australia and perhaps Victoria to loosen restrictions tomorrow. 

Also today:

• Wall Street hits a record high as 90 per cent of companies beat forecasts this earnings season.
• Crown Casino could be given 18 months to get the house in order.
• And cattle prices hit their highest level on record.

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Tuesday 16 May 2023

Newcrest Mining agrees to a $26 billion bid from US-based Newmont, creating the world’s largest gold miner. 

Also today:

• Australia is "well behind the pace" on achieving Labor's renewables target, the nation's green bank has warned
• The ATO gives its list of what it’s looking for this tax time
• And the wealth of the founders of Google soar, as the search engine embraces AI

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Monday 24th April 2023

Australia makes it easier for New Zealanders to become citizens ahead of Anzac Day. 

Also today:

• The race is on to replace Alan Joyce at Qantas. 
• BHP cuts production targets for Australian nickel & Chilean copper mines
• And the boss of Google parent Alphabet, receives an annual remuneration of around $340 million

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Tuesday 13 September 2022

The local share market goes on a run, and it’s the big miners leading the way.

Also today:

• The body of Queen Elizabeth II lies in state as hundreds of thousands of mourners view the coffin.
• Reports that the Star Entertainment Group could lose its licence.
• And small businesses flag higher wages as a key concern.

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This month, four parties who’d been the victims of financial services misconduct, received payments totalling more than $360,000. These payments marked a major milestone in Australia - they’re the first made by the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort. David Berry, Chief Executive of the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort, talks to Sean Aylmer about the role of the scheme, and shares the powerful audio of a phone call to one of the successful claimant.

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Listener Dave asks: Sean uses various terms for share price movements and I wonder which ones mean something and which ones are just to make more interesting copy. I assume bounced is different from rose. And spiked is different from increased. Plunged is different from dropped. Or is it? For me anything less than a 5% change is just noise if you’re not a day trader. Can Sean please give us a definitive list of the phrases to pay attention to?

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Earnings season is upon us and it comes at a very interesting time, with the world experiencing a 'shortage economy' just as inflation is rapidly increasing. It's a perfect economic storm.

AMP Capital Australian Equities Portfolio Manager Dermot Ryan explains the situation and discusses which sectors will benefit and which ones will struggle.

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The Fear and Greed Christmas Special: Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson look at the top five things you need to think about when investing.

It's the only thing you should listen to over Christmas, other than Santa obviously.

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Sean Aylmer speaks to Paul Hinds, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at IRI, the world's largest 'big data' company.  They discuss how our personal information is collected, and how it's used by almost every sector to better target consumers.

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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.

1. Banks, miners drop

2. RBA forecasts higher inflation

3. Albanese talks to Hamas

4. News Corp results

5. Optus offers ‘compensation’

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The Australian economy grew by just 0.2% in the June quarter and 1% annually. It’s the slowest rate of growth since the 1990s, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jo Masters, Chief Economist at Barrenjoey Capital Partners, talks to Adam Lang about the story behind the numbers, and the stark reality that without government spending, we'd be in a recession right now.

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Friday 27 October 2023

Reserve Bank boss hints at a rate hike in ten days' time.

Also today:

• PM gets stars and stripes treatment
• House and unit prices keep rising
• Lithium stock records 1500 per cent return this year.

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week, it's all about getting financial advice through your super fund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Tuesday 1st June 2021

The OECD warns that Australia’s economic growth success is under threat by the slow rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines.

Also today:

• The Prime Minister hints at a travel bubble beyond New Zealand.
• Christian Porter drops his controversial defamation case against the ABC.
• And could a Kennedy end up the US ambassador to Australia?

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.

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Listener Nina asks: will the tax cuts received from July 1 have an impact on inflation?

Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions. 

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The shift towards renewable energy comes with its own challenges - like figuring out what to do with solar panels that have reached their use-by date.

Sean Aylmer talks to Rob Gell AM from the Solar Recovery Corporation about the opportunity here for Australia.

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It's a popular view in equities: time in the market beats timing the market. So how does a fund manager pick international stocks that can withstand volatility?

Stephen Arnold, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Aoris Investment Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about Costco, LVMH, Nike and other companies within the Aoris International Fund.

Aoris is a supporter of this podcast. This information is general in nature; you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

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Thursday 16th December 2021 

COVID cases in NSW surge with worse to come. 

Also today:

• Why the property market had its best year in three decades
• Westpac shareholders demonstrate their anger
• Some very good deals in the airline industry as competition heats up

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Sean Aylmer speaks to Daniel Petre AO, co-founder of venture capital firm AirTree Ventures, about the state of the start-up scene in Australia.  They also discuss what AirTree is looking for in a potential investment.

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes.

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Sean Aylmer speaks to James Wagg, Executive Director at KordaMentha, about the findings from a survey of the turnaround community about their expectations for 2021.  They discuss the potential for significant numbers of businesses to be in distress, and the likely involvement of distress capital investors.

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In just five minutes, the Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - pick out the biggest COVID stories of the last 12 months.

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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 Sean into the world of online retail, as well the IPO process and what the future holds for Adore Beauty.

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It sounds like something from the future - but US retail giant Walmart is already using drones for deliveries.

And an ASX-listed drone company is supplying the tech that makes it happen.

Yoav Amitai, CEO of Elsight, talks to Sean Aylmer about drones and the future of deliveries.

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Tuesday 11 May 2021

Crown Resorts receives three bids as James Packer mulls the future of the gaming company.

Also today:

• The local share market hits a new record as iron ore prices surge.
• Business conditions and confidence hit all time highs.
• And Woolworths outlines its plans for its $10 billion liquor and gaming business, while Seven group makes an $8 billion bid for Boral.

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Saturday, 27 February 2021

This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his take on the week's business news, including:

• The biggest story
• The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar)
• The most remarkable story
• Sean's favourite story

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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).

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The government is set to announce new laws to prevent small businesses from becoming insolvent, in an effort to save jobs. 

Also today:

• Lockdown restrictions to be eased in Victoria from Sunday – but only slightly
• Crown Resorts under fire for special deals with billionaire James Packer
• And the death of Bob Ingham, a corporate giant in Australia

Plus an interview with Steve Worthington from Swinburne University about the changing nature of payment systems fraud.

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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 abuse - the warning signs, and how to help someone who might be a victim. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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There's been a real slowdown in consumer spending in recent months. And in the last couple of weeks we've seen a lot of turbulence on financial markets.

Jon Howie, Chief Commercial Officer at Stake, talks to Sean Aylmer about how he sees markets right now, and how investor behaviour is changing.

Stake is supporter of this podcast. This contains general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

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Friday 28 July 2023

The ASX hits a five month high as investor confidence returns. 

Also today:

• More than one-in-ten Australians are unable to pay a utility bill
• Wine exports fall, as US & UK demand for cheaper drinks drops
• And Facebook reaches 3 billion users, or 40 per cent of the globe

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week it’s an introduction to commercial property investing. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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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.

1. Major companies fall

2. Sydney, Melbourne need 1.3m homes

3. Qantas fares to rise

4. Liontown tumbles

5. Biden appeals for support

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There seems to be an endless stream of get rich quick schemes, but anyone laying down their hard-earned cash should familiarise themselves with the different rules of investing and the associated risks.

ASIC last week launched a consumer campaign to raise awareness of the risks associated with investment hype. Sean Aylmer talks with Calissa Aldridge, executive director of markets at ASIC about investment scams.

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In coming days, the Bitcoin Halving will take place. But what exactly is it - and what does it mean for crypto investors?

Jonathon Miller, MD of Kraken Australia, takes Sean Aylmer through the value of Bitcoin, and the impact of the Halving.

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Wednesday 14 April

Businesses are experiencing their best conditions in at least 12 years, auguring well for a lift in investment, That’s our main story. 

Also today:

• Bitcoin surges and local investors rush for exchange traded funds.
• The former boss of Aussie Post takes aim at the chair and board of the group.
• And the rise and rise of lithium around the world.

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.

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Australian employees are more uneasy about the future of work and their wellbeing than ever before.

Aaron McEwan, Vice President of Research and Advisory for Gartner’s HR practice, talks to Sean Aylmer about why confidence has taken such a hit - the 'fourth wave' of the pandemic.

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The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson - take a lighter look at some of the big business stories of the week.

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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).

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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.

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Friday 24th March 2023

An emotional Prime Minister Anthony Albanese releases the wording of the Voice referendum. 

Also today:

• Two of Australia’s biggest energy users invest to develop greener electricity 
• 50 per cent of remote workers feel they need to overcompensate to show they’re serious about work
• And coffee shops boom in China, and Starbucks wants to win the battle

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week we ask the question: is it ever too late to pay attention to your money? Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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It’s been a huge 24 hours for the global economy. First, the US Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by half a percentage point. Then local labour force numbers for August showed the number of people with jobs increased by 47,500 - well above expectations.

Diana Mousina, AMP’s Deputy Chief Economist, talks to Sean Aylmer about what it all means for the Reserve Bank board meeting next week.

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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.

1. Market closes higher

2. $US897 million pay packet

3. Insurance premiums surge

4. Adairs, Kogan surge

5. 31,000 Ukrainian deaths in 2 years

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Thursday 29 June 2023

A surprise fall in inflation raises hopes of a pause in rate hikes. 

Also today:

• A former senior federal Liberal MP alleged to have been part of a plan to funnel money to him in return for government contracts
• A parliamentary inquiry recommends banning online gambling advertisements
• And why three Aussie unis have soared up the world rankings

Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?

This week it’s all about the pros and cons of pet insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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Tuesday 22 March 2022

Canberra moves to regulate crypto-currency trading and open the door to the blockchain world.

Also today: 

• Inquiry into The Star hears of a $5m credit in exchange for a blank cheque
• Nearly 80 per cent of Australians have long term health conditions 
• The world’s biggest oil company makes a profit of $130 billion.

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This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.

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