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So far this reporting season, some of the most interesting stocks to watch have been the retailers. JB HiFi, for instance, announced a big special dividend, despite the cost of living crisis hitting consumer spending.Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about the retailers, including the outlook for companies like Coles, Woolworths, Breville and more.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every day, when you’re listening to Fear & Greed, you’re hearing the handiwork of our audio producer, Luke.He’s an excellent audio engineer, but he’s also an extremely talented musician in his own right.Adam Lang talks to Luke St James about the release of his new single, What Friends Do, and the changing face of the music industry.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Energy, miners lead market No changes to rates ASX costs increase Earnings bonanza Trump rejects advice Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 16 August 2024 The number of new jobs in the economy surges. And more, including: Telstra announces a big drop in earnings The federal government will guarantee holders of flights on REX airlines And demand for warehouse space and data centres drives a profit bump for Goodman Group Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - financial advice for the budget-conscious. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday Treasury Wine Estates announced a big drop in its full-year profit, largely due to write-downs on a number of its cheaper brands.Andrew Geoghegan from Ausbiz speaks with Tim Ford, Chief Executive of Treasury Wine Estates about the results, selling off the cheaper brands, and re-establishing Penfolds within the Chinese market. Ausbiz is Australia's leading provider of live and on-demand video of the latest news in Australian business, markets, economy and startups. Sign up at ausbiz.com.au - it's free.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX closes up Treasury Wine results Origin disappoints Cochlear “miss” Iron ore prices tumble Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Lily asks: I know it's earnings season, every day we're hearing about companies meeting expectations etc etc. But there's so much information when a company gives its results. What should we be looking at, or looking for? Where do you even start???Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 15 August 2024 The Commonwealth Bank reports a $9.8 billion profit, demonstrating its growing strength in the Australian market. And more, including: The latest NAPLAN results shows government funding is failing poorer families The corporate watchdog alleges ASX Limited misled the market And Mars is set to buy the maker of Pringles and Pop-Tarts for more than $US29bn Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - financial advice for the budget-conscious. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday Commonwealth Bank announced a better than expected cash profit of $9.8 billion, and a surprise increase to its final dividend. David Koch from Ausbiz talks to CBA Chief Executive Matt Comyn about the results, and the extraordinary share price and market cap of Australia's biggest company. Ausbiz is Australia's leading provider of live and on-demand video of the latest news in Australian business, markets, economy and startups. Sign up at ausbiz.com.au - it's free.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. CBA leads reporting AGL impresses Pro-Medicus jumps Orora shares rise Japanese PM to step down Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 14 August 2024 Wage pressures remain while inflation appears to be dissipating in other parts of the economy. A mixed bag of profit results on the ASX200 The federal government has resisted growing calls to impose a full ban on gambling advertising And Elon Musk hosts a rally for Donald Trump on X Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - financial advice for the budget-conscious. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

99% of tech companies believe new graduates are not job ready - and it’s taking up to nine months to get them up to speed. Siew Lee Seow from the Australian Information Industry Association talks to Sean Aylmer about what it means for the skills gap, the growth of the tech sector, and the cost to small business.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. CSL tumbles Keating v Pelosi SEEK warning Orora rejects bid Challenger beats market Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Brian asks: Last Monday, the ASX tumbled but there was a lot of talk about "interest sensitive stocks" falling disproportionately relative to the index. Given that interest rates have started to fall across the globe, and that the RBA's launch on that rate-cutting cycle appears (relatively) imminent, the reaction of the market seems totally counterintuitive (that stocks sensitive to rising interest rates would plummet when rates are about to fall). Why is it so? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 13 August 2024 JB HiFi announces a slump in its profit and its share price surges. And more, including: New arrangements mean the US or UK could pull out of AUKUS with a year’s notice The new deputy boss of the Reserve Bank has a crack at economists And the one-day work flight falls out of fashion Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - simplifying private health insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New research from Domain shows that a rise in property listings, and properties spending longer on the market, are giving buyers more choice. Dr Nicola Powell, Domain’s Chief of Research and Economics, talks to Sean Aylmer about the state of the property market, and what it all means for prices.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. JB HiFi surges Economy under spotlight Aurizon shares sink Unions hit big miners Foreigners dump China Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kamala Harris pulls ahead in the polls, in the race to be the US President. And more, including: Foxtel is up for sale Airline Rex owes creditors around half a billion dollars And the case of the Russian chess champion who poisoned her rival by putting mercury on one of the chess pieces Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - simplifying private health insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big week for investors, with some of Australia's biggest companies reporting results.Anna Milne, Senior Investment Analyst at Wilson Asset Management's WAM Leaders talks to Sean Aylmer about her expectations for Commonwealth Bank, Telstra, Goodman and more.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Brent Smart, Chief Marketing Officer at Telstra Original publication date: 6 April 2023 Original description: Telstra is one of the most trusted brands in the country. But it’s also a company that’s evolving, following the rollout of the NBN. Sean Aylmer talks to Brent Smart, Telstra’s Chief Marketing Officer, about maintaining the integrity of an iconic brand while still growing and changing.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX200 finishes week on a high Change in AUKUS deal News profit delivers QBE shares fall Retailers struggle Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 9 August 2024 Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce has his final pay docked $9 million for a deterioration in the culture of the national carrier. And more, including: Reserve Bank Governor Michelle Bullock says the central bank won’t hesitate to lift interest rates if necessary Monthly pace of rental growth slows to its lowest in four years And NASA might need Elon Musk’s help to get some astronauts back to earth Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - simplifying private health insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcaster Nine spent $305 million buying the rights to the five Olympics, from Paris through to Brisbane. In terms of gold medals, Paris has been our most successful Olympics ever. But has it paid off for Nine, and for the advertisers?Ben Willee, General Manager and Media Director at Spinach Advertising, talks to Sean Aylmer about Olympics broadcasts, advertising and the overall state of the ad market.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. AMP shares surge Childcare pay rise NSW orders workers back to office Transurban profit Mirvac tumbles Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Locky asks: I understand that most of the countries/economies in the world are in debt. If that’s the case, who has all of the money? If there is more debt than credit in the world, how is it reconciled?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 8 August 2024 Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers lashes out at the Reserve Bank for the way it views the economy. And more, including: Australia joins the US, Canada and the Philippines to undertake naval exercises sure to irritate Beijing Warehouse employee charged over alleged $600,000 Bluey coin theft And the growing industry of dog perfumes Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - simplifying private health insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comparing global private credit with the local market is like comparing apples and oranges. Nehemiah Richardson, CEO of Pengana Credit, talks to Sean Aylmer about why the global market is so different - and how Australian investors can benefit from access to a global fund.Pengana Credit is a supporter of Fear & GreedThis is general information only. You should seek professional advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX closes higher Bitcoin rebounds Travel advisory for UK RAMS to close Harris picks VP nominee Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank makes it very clear – there are no interest rate cuts on the horizon. Universities warn that 14,000 jobs could go Thousands of Australian travellers to be granted express entry to the US And Google is ruled to have been quashing competition, in a judgement with potentially huge ramifications for search Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - simplifying private health insurance. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday the Reserve Bank left interest rates on hold, and dashed hopes of a cut anytime soon.Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis - formerly RBA Assistant Governor - talks to Sean Aylmer about why the RBA board remains so focused on bringing inflation down, even as central banks elsewhere in the world begin to cut rates.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Inflation still a challenge ASX closes higher Iranian ambassador under fire Woodside shares tumble Starbucks struggles Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Hayley asks: Can you please explain what it means when you say "Markets have now priced in a 60% or 75% chance of the Fed cutting rates". Particularly, I want to understand how we know that markets have priced in something and where does the % rate come from? Is it economists that provide that data or is it reflected in the futures market? I hear markets talk about it all the time "this news has already been priced in etc" so just curious as to how how do we know and how do we know the extent it has been priced in?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 6 August 2024 The local share market has its worst day in four years. And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese raises the national terrorism threat level to “probable” The Reserve Bank board meets today, with rates expected to remain on hold And hybrid car sales in Australia surge, as EVs lose market share Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - debt repayment strategies, from the debt snowball to the debt avalanche. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The local share market has had its worst day in four years. Roger Montgomery, Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Investment Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about the reasons for the plunge, and the outlook ahead.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Mega cap sell-off Cryptos sold-off Ramsay downgrades TPH in talks with Vocus Middle east heats up Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5 August 2024 Global markets teeter on the edge of a major sell-off, fearing a recession. And more, including: The federal government wants the Commonwealth Bank to counter the influence of China in the Pacific Researchers uncover a secret ingredient for wellbeing in retirement And Warren Buffet dumps billions of dollars worth of Apple shares Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - debt repayment strategies, from the debt snowball to the debt avalanche. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody's heard of compound interest - but what about compounding returns on equities? Bruno Paulson, Managing Director of Morgan Stanley Investment Management’s international equity team, talks to Sean about the strategy, including what he looks for in companies that might fit the bill.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Olympian Grant Hackett OAM Original publication date: 22 February 2023 Original description: Grant Hackett OAM is one of Australia's greatest Olympians. But in the years after swimming, he's built an impressive career in business and finance. He talks to Sean Aylmer about his role as CEO of Generation Life and about the transition from swimming, and weighs in on the Government's potential superannuation reform.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX falls more than 2pc Tech leads Wall Street lower ResMed results PM no to building watchdog Airlines avoiding Israel Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 2 August 2024 Hopes of a rate cut pushes the ASX to a new record, with implications for investors and politics. And more, including: Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers hints the government may take equity stake in Rex Weight loss miracle drugs set to flow into the Australian market And the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks to be sentenced to nearly 3,000 years jail Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - debt repayment strategies, from the debt snowball to the debt avalanche. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia is fortunate to have Medicare and affordable healthcare. So in a cost of living crisis, is health insurance one of those costs you can live without?Tim Bennett, insurance expert from comparison website Finder, talks to Sean Aylmer about the state of the health insurance industry, the importance of regulation, and why insurance still matters.This episode is supported by ahm health insurance. The guest is not affiliated with ahm.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX hits new high.. again Fed looks to cut rates WA job cuts Meta talks up AI Trump questions Harris’ race Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Duncan asks: Why does the government policy always seem to be at loggerheads with Productivity Commission guidance?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 1 August 2024 Interest rate hikes are off the table after inflation shows signs of slowing. And more, including: The housing market splits into two, with the smaller capital cities soaring as most of the rest of the country sags Rio Tinto kicks off reporting season with a bumper $9 billion half year profit And about 600 jobs are at risk following the collapse of Rex Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - debt repayment strategies, from the debt snowball to the debt avalanche. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday's quarterly inflation data makes it very likely interest rates will remain on hold when the Reserve Bank board meets next week.Gareth Aird, head of Australian economics at the Commonwealth Bank, explains to Sean Aylmer why he believes the next rate move will be down, and may still happen this year.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.