Fast Five by Fear and Greed

Wednesday 27 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Iran ties severed over attacks AusPost suspends US parcels Coles’ bumper profit after theft crackdown Qantas beard ban Federer a billionaire Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 finishes lower Arson attack traced to Iran More rate cuts expected Telcos to face harsher penalties Trump tries to sack Fed governor Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 26 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Reece CEO’s brutal honesty First home help fast-tracked Sales of hybrid vehicles surge Company allegedly spied on workers Optimism key to career success Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 flat Nine considers bid for SCA Emissions target on track Qantas faces more pressure SpaceX delays flight Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 25 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Profit season rollercoaster James Hardie under fire Auction rates soar Super's flying start Supermarket staff given cameras Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bank bosses have started putting requirements in place for efficient meetings, asking for an agenda, short presentations only, and action items. Isn't this common sense? How do you actually run an efficient meeting?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Michael Thompson & Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Natalie MacDonald go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://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 down, but still up for week GyG tumbles on results LNP votes against net zero Binance Australia to bring in auditor Trump’s legal win Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 22 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Treasurer flags tax reform CBA reverses AI job cuts Rebel theft 'out of control' Mismatch in housing market Match-fixing warning in football Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 Roundtable boilover Xero investors reject pay packet Unions push WFH Israel calls up reservists Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 21 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Business leaders attack red tape PM brushes off Netanyahu insult Trump meets BHP, Rio Tinto bosses Workers back WFH, 4 day week Robbie Williams buys into Aus beer brand Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 Changes to NDIS Total wages grow Canva employee stock sale Frozen shrimp recall Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 20 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. CSL shares tumble Unions & business clash at roundtable Consumer sentiment soars Woolworths slashes prices Canva’s value jumps Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four silent budget traps that can derail your finances. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 down PM rejects Bullock comment iiNet cyber attack Wong says Israel visa call ‘unjustified’ Trump, Zelensky meet Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 19 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Reform roundtable kicks off NAB’s $130m underpayment Turnbull slams bosses for cyber risk Four-day workweek trials cancelled Meta hits problems with its AI Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, financial red flags in relationships. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 Calls to dump stamp duty Google hit with massive fine Indonesia drops aid to Palestine World leaders arrive in US Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 18 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. PM on high ahead of roundtable Auctions surge after interest rate cut Qantas faces a reckoning Trump to meet with Zelensky Million-euro handbag heists in Paris Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, financial red flags in relationships. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How should a business use LinkedIn?We've seen a rise in the number of CEOs using professional networking platform LinkedIn for communications, from discussing acquisitions, to talking about company results. So does this mean we should all be doing it? And how does it help small businesses?Michael Thompson speaks with Fear & Greed presenter Natalie MacDonald, who spent seven years working at LinkedIn, and has just launched her new business [email protected] & Greed Q+A: Join the Fear & Greed team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Adam Lang go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://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 Baby Bunting soars PM faces criticism from US CBA boss hits back Trump downplays US/Russia summit Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 15 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Westpac’s bumper result Super housing boost ASIC sues Mercer Super Telstra’s profit soars Trump to meet Putin today Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, financial red flags in relationships. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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. Westpac soars Strong jobs numbers Ampol’s $1b purchase Setback for DeepSeek David Stratton dies Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 14 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. CBA’s record profit, shares slump PM rejects 4-day work week Huge housing profits $53b bid for Google Chrome Cotswolds protests against JD Vance Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, financial red flags in relationships. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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. CBA sold off Results galore Wages steady Epic win Israel crisis worsens Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 13 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. RBA cuts rates, warns on productivity Star Entertainment strikes a deal Trump extended tariff truce with China Airlines cash in on premium travel Meghan & Harry’s new Netflix deal Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, financial red flags in relationships. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 Bullok highlights poor productivity Deloitte disciplines staff SBS boss quits Swift announces new album Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 12 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Australia to recognise Palestine JB Hi-Fi boss quits Universal childcare inches closer Financial stress doubles since 2020 New optimism in snow tourism sector Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four tips for starting a side hustle. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 PM to recognise Palestine Lithium's big day New charge for EV owners CSIRO combats deepfakes Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 11 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. PM rejects Israel sanctions Auction clearance rates ease Temu & GyG boom Airbnb going into hotels Ukraine rejects land swap deal with Russia Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four tips for starting a side hustle. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia seems to be punching above its weight on innovative biotech companies, from cultivated meat to printing human cells. Why?Today Michael Thompson is joined by Stefan von Imhof from alternative investing platform Alts.co to look at why Australia's outperforming in biotech.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Sean Aylmer go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://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 dips but strong week Mike Cannon-Brookes ‘not going anywhere’ Israel to occupy Gaza Trump throws Fed curveball New ChatGPT model launches Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 8 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. PM supports WFH changes ASX competitor close Govt buys into lithium company World’s largest beauty store opens in Melbourne US Open prize money soars Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four tips for starting a side hustle. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 flat Rio cuts sick leave Trade balance jumps AMP results Treasury research Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 7 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Chalmers pushes AI ASX surges to record ASX mix-up sends telco tumbling Berkshire Hathaway goes backwards Australian music legend dies Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four tips for starting a side hustle. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 the way News result Housing reform Domain approval Pharma tariffs Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 6 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. NBN-Amazon satellite deal Local share market’s record high Cost of living crisis starts to ease Top social media pollies Elon Musk awarded $45b in Tesla shares Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four tips for starting a side hustle. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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. Rate stocks do well Rare earths deal Mitsubishi wins $10b defence contract Austal designation BP oil discovery Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 5 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Chinese spy arrested Endeavour Group left ‘rudderless’ Record payout for workplace sexual harassment Newspapers not dead yet Butter crisis Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, cash or cashless: what’s better for the budget? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 flat PM downplays roundtable Whyalla rescue Beach dividend boom Netanyahu horror Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 4 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. US tariffs pressure markets WFH shock House prices on the rise Radical company tax plan Trump sacks jobs data boss Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, cash or cashless: what’s better for the budget? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How does a musician make it in the age of Spotify?Musician Luke St James - part of the Fear & Greed team - joins Michael Thompson to talk about launching new music in the digital age. Luke's new single Summer Son is out now on Spotify, or wherever you get your music.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Sean Aylmer go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://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 falls Trump tariffs Star crisis ResMed boost Apple surge Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 1 August 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. RBA deputy hints at rate cuts Microsoft, Meta huge profits Copper falls most in 40 years Virgin to let pets fly in cabin Westpac sponsors Cricket Australia Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, cash or cashless: what’s better for the budget? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 down Palestinian pressure Rio disappoints Tariffs hit local co’s Trade deals rush Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 31 July 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Low inflation opens the way for rate cuts YouTube ban for under 16s Aus edges closer to calling for state of Palestine Aust-EU FTA falters Novo Nordisk share prices tumbles Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, cash or cashless: what’s better for the budget? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 surges Star troubles Corp update Trump defence Tsunami warnings Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 30 July 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Telstra, WES, QBE winners Green light for HECS debt relief Illegal tobacco hits ASX Shooter kills four in Manhattan Australian rocket launch delayed Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, cash or cashless: what’s better for the budget? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://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 flat ALP hits back at UN Rio future Coal comeback Trump v Murdoch Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.