Fast Five by Fear and Greed

Three rate cuts then talk of a hike vs a government spending boom vs the big productivity challenge. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top economic story from the year - and choose a winner. This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year around this time there's talk of a Santa Claus rally on the ASX. So what is it, is it real, and will we see one this year?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The biggest business stories of the week - from a missed opportunity to fix the budget, to a massive week for Tesla and SpaceX. Join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson for a five minute guide to all the business news you need to know.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 0.5pc higher PM announces gun buyback scheme WiseTech investigation wraps up Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion Coldplay kiss cam HR chief speaks Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 19 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Small beats big on ASX in ‘25 PM accepts blame for massacre Woodside boss to run BP YouTube to broadcast Oscars. Rare polar bear adoption Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, why we hide our money mistakes. 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 PM's plan to fight anti-semitism ANZ's second strike Housing market profitability soars Warner Bros prefer Netflix Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 18 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Budget deficits for years Charges laid over Bondi attack Treasury Wine Estate dumped ACCC sues Hello Fresh Tesla’s share price hits high Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, why we hide our money mistakes. 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. Oil price near 5yr low First funeral held for Bondi victim Star Entertainment’s new boss Jacinta Allan’s China trip cost $233k White House Chief of Staff’s frank interview Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 17 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. PM says ISIS inspired Bondi attack Consumer confidence tumbles Google considers property sales WFH case overturned Nasdaq wants to trade 24 hours a day Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, why we hide our money mistakes. 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. Tributes flow at Bondi ASX closes lower Star CEO departs Charity reprimanded for cutting salaries Trump criticised for Reiner comments Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 16 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Tougher gun laws after massacre ASIC slams ASX Aussie cattle icon sold for $315m  SpaceX valued at $US800b Video shows orcas hunting with dolphins Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: five ways to deal with money anxiety. 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. Bondi death toll rises PM flags tougher gun laws ASX slumps on commodity sell-off CBA’s NZ subsidiary in court Director Rob Reiner dead Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 15 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Terror attack in Bondi Housing market stalls Former ANZ boss sues over bonus Number of ETF investors surges PE’s interest in 2nd division football club Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: five ways to deal with money anxiety. 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.

A drop in the national participation rate sparks a very personal discussion: what does participation look like in real life? Sean, Michael and Adam talk honestly about the times they’ve loved work the most, why being busy might actually make us happier, and the unexpected rituals that keep them sane.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson 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. Miners lead the way Wall Street boom Tomago extension Reddit HC challenge Austal approval Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 12 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Employment market slows Rock ’n roll consumer boom US may vet tourists’ social media Woolies, Coles delivery wars Star of Bethlehem may have been real Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: five ways to deal with money anxiety. 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. Fed cuts rates, unemployment 4.3pc PM clashes on entitlements Optus most distrusted Skydiving near-disaster SpaceX may list on Wall St Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 11 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Social media’s “profound reform” Travel expenses scandal dogs government Qantas A380 grounded Coal’s life extended Social impacts of weight loss drugs Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: five ways to deal with money anxiety. 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 Social ban starts Westpac outage Seniors scammed Putin’s secret sons Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 10 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Rate cut cycle ends Expenses scandal widens Reddit plans challenge to social media ban Paramount vs Netflix for Warner Bros Trump levies international visitors Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: five ways to deal with money anxiety. 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 lower Richo funeral Bapcor tumbles TPG triple zero crisis Japanese quake Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 9 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Energy rebates dumped More travel claims by Anika Wells World watches social media ban Nearly 1m Aussies have two jobs Qantas’ final A380 flies Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: looking for a side hustle? Avoid these ones. 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 lower ahead of RBA meeting Barnaby Joyce joins One Nation Arnott’s gets cash injection Costello stopped Future Fund trip Japan, Australia condemn aircraft incident Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 8 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Miners shine as tech, healthcare fade Rates hit auctions Anika Wells under fire over travel Defence warns about unexploded bombs Netflix buys Warner Bros Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: looking for a side hustle? Avoid these ones. 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.

Most of us have had bosses who didn't quite live up to expectations. Today, the Fear & Greed make a list of the eight biggest mistakes managers make.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson 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 finishes week higher Bruising IPO for Saluda Medical AGL walks away from Gippsland wind project Oprah endorses Australia’s social media ban Netflix in talks to buy Warner Bros Discovery Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Tobacco excise backfires Households spend up Govt won’t hit 1.2m house target Spotify’s artist rankings Thailand relaxes alcohol rules Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: looking for a side hustle? Avoid these ones. 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 up, household spending surges Copper hits record high Whistleblower warning Chinese nationals found in remote WA Heatwave conditions Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 4 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy picks up Future Fund boss under fire for EA trips Minister spends $100k on flights 2025 the year of property contradictions Shoppers beat the Christmas rush Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: looking for a side hustle? Avoid these ones. 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. Market climbs on GDP data Bad news for First Guardian Master Fund investors Bruce Lehrmann loses appeal SME activity picks up MH370 search to resume Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 3 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Federal govt’s Xmas rush Traders forecast rates will rise Google fined $55m Samsung’s tri-fold phone  Blue collar jobs safer than white collar Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: looking for a side hustle? Avoid these ones. 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 Ex PWC chief suspended Accenture cops a whack Corporate Travel investigation Airbus flags defects Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 2 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Defence overhaul Weight loss drugs warning ASX outage Metcash earnings hit by illicit tobacco Corporate jargon’s new peak Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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 Eraring closure risks blackouts Woolies ramps up delivery offering US - Venezuela tensions Mistake dents Piastri's F1 title dream Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 1 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ASX underperforms rivals Home prices surge  ATO’s high income crackdown Help-to-buy home scheme starts Why cats meow louder at men Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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.

Sean, Adam and Michael started Fear & Greed five and a half years ago, and have learnt a lot along the way. Today, they reflect on what's worked, what hasn't, and what they would do differently. Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson 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. Woollies surges Final day of Parliament Star’s clean prospectus RBA surcharges Death toll rises in HK Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 28 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy picks up pace New rules to dampen lending Barnaby Joyce quits National Party BBL sale may be worth $600m Why chihuahuas are like wolves Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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 higher, business investment jumps Barnaby Joyce quits National Party Labor to miss emissions target Dozens killed in Hong Kong fire National Guard solders shot in ‘act of terror’ Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 27 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Inflation spikes rate cut Super funds warning Travel deals abound for consumers Harvey Norman surges Parking metre attendant accused of $2m theft Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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. CPI surprise Optus outage Parliament House chaos NSW payroll blowout Louvre arrests Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Banks pressure over terrorism rules Domino’s franchisees not happy with head office Highest paid CEOs revealed Richest shipwreck recovered Jakarta now world’s biggest city Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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 up DroneShield’s 14.6pc jump Super funds exposed to Russian oil links Radio ratings deliver mixed bag Zelensky backs revised peace plan Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Macquarie lobs $11.6b bid for Qube Energy brawl in Canberra Rudd cops spray over rules for streamers  DroneShield sell-off gets sinister Titanic pocket watch sells for $US2.3m Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, ten ways to save big this Black Friday. 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 up 1.3pc Cyber warning during Chinese delegation visit BoM website overhaul blows out ASIC’s record haul Trump shuts down DOGE Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 24 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. House prices set to jump $7 billion shopping week kicks off PM in net zero pledge Newspoll: Labor widens lead New battery rules for flyers Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, ten ways to save big this Black Friday. 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.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday have replaced the Boxing Day sales as the year's biggest retail event. So how do three non-shoppers make the most of the deals on offer?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.