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FY24 was a good year for the sharemarket, and a good year for super funds - the second year in a row of very strong returns. Can they make it three?Dan Farmer, Chief Investment Officer at MLC Asset Management, oversees MLC’s broader investment strategy, and the bulk of Insignia Financial’s funds as well. He talks to Sean Aylmer about the factors contributing to MLC’s MySuper Growth Portfolio's 9.8% return, and the outlook for the year 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.

HOW DO THEY AFFORD THAT? is a weekly podcast produced by Fear & Greed, exploring ways to make your money work harder for you. Check out the full catalogue of episodes on APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Ep #93: Using your tax cut to get aheadEvery working Australian received a tax cut on July 1. It's a golden opportunity to improve your financial situation, and there are plenty of options. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they talk to Jessica Looi from UniSuper about salary sacrificing into super, paying off debt, saving the money, or investing outside of super. UniSuper is a supporter of How Do They Afford That? The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is a Corporate Authorised Representative and Corporate Credit Representative of Wealthstream Financial Group Pty Ltd ABN 35 152 803 113 Australian Financial Services Licensee AFSL 412079.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. CBA hits record Biden gaffes Russians arrested BHP mothballs nickel REX board crisis Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 12 July 2024 The Commonwealth Bank leads the ASX to a near record. And more, including: ACCC suing The Good Guys over store promotions The number of millionaires in Australia is set to soar And Samsung unveils its fitness ring Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how your tax cut can be a golden opportunity to set yourself up. 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.

Next week 21-year-old Australian Travis Bazzana is tipped to become the #1 Major League Baseball draft pick in the US. And that’s expected to come with a $US15m bonus… just for signing a deal. John Stensholt, business reporter at The Australian, talks to Sean Aylmer about the business of sport across baseball, basketball, football and the Olympics.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 jumps 0.9 per cent PM applaud gas Renters spending falls ANZ under fire Biden in trouble Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Cara asks: You talked about Telstra upping mobile phone prices above the rate of inflation, and the fact that this is an example of services inflation. Doesn’t Telstra, as the country’s biggest telco, have an obligation to help the economy and not put more pressure on prices?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 11 July 2024 Australia promises more aid for Ukraine as NATO kicks off. And more, including: The new CEO of Star says it isn’t about the casino anymore. Investors start getting interested in property companies again And Samsung is facing an indefinite strike by a union of 30,000 workers Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how your tax cut can be a golden opportunity to set yourself up. 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 week the federal government accused a group called APT40 of working on behalf of a Chinese spy agency to target government and business networks.It’s a major escalation in the war on cybercrime, and a stark reminder of the ongoing threat to Australian companies.Thomas Fikentscher, Area Vice President for Australia New Zealand at CyberArk, talks to Sean about the challenges for organisations, and the alarming effect AI is going to have on cybercrime.CyberArk is a supporter of this podcastFind 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 flat Powell calms markets SA goes green ETFs soars Fire closes west Melbourne Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 10 July 2024 Telstra ups the prices of its mobile phone plans, highlighting the challenge the Reserve Bank has in getting inflation lower. And more, including: Australia takes on Chinese government-backed hackers Consumer sentiment falls again And X is losing ground to Facebook’s threads Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how your tax cut can be a golden opportunity to set yourself up. 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 Aussie dollar hasn't done a lot over the last year, but now it's on the move. Ray Attrill, head of FX Strategy at NAB, tells Sean Aylmer why the dollar is rallying, and just how far it can go.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. Market up 1pc Wall St awaits Powell PM says caucus united ETFs soars Hadley is number 1 Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Lachie asks: As a nation we are net super contributors. However, as frequently discussed, Australia is facing an issue regarding an ageing population. Could we become net withdrawers from super funds and therefore reducing the demand of the biggest investors in the ASX? 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 9 July 2024 The composition of Australia’s top 20 stocks shifts as big winners, and big losers, emerge. And more, including: The government outlines changes to personal bankruptcy laws Federal Coalition pulls ahead of Labor for the first time in NSW And Channel Ten owner, Paramount, set to be sold in a major shake-up to the global media world Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a mortgage broker’s advice on preparing for another interest rate rise. 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.

Gold is having a great run at the moment, trading at just under US$2400 an ounce. It’s been above the US$2000 mark now since November last year, suggesting investors are a little uncertain about the outlook for financial markets.Vivek Dhar, Director of Mining and Energy Commodities Research at Commonwealth Bank, talks to Sean Aylmer about gold and iron ore prices, and explains how gas markets work.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 closes lower Gold stocks impress Housing loans fall Alice Springs curfew REX Mins shares up 60pc Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 8 July 2024 Interest rate worries send asset classes like gold, the Aussie dollar and crypto currencies to extreme levels. And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomes the new British PM Keir Starmer. A good weekend for auction results with a preliminary clearance rate of 74.7 per cent, the highest level since early April. And deceased stars like Judy Garland and Sir Lawrence Olivier to be heard again, thanks to AI 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.

We're a week into the new financial year - time to see what opportunities analysts are seeing for the 12 months ahead.Grady Wulff, market analyst at trading platform Bell Direct (part of the ASX-listed Bell Financial Group) takes Sean Aylmer through five stocks she's keeping an eye on - including a few surprises.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: Bendigo and Adelaide Bank MD Marnie Baker Original publication date: March 24, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Marnie Baker, Managing Director of the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Group. They talk about the history of the group, its very strong recent results, and the role of the bank (and the broader sector) in acting as a shock absorber for the economy during the pandemic. Update: Marnie Baker announced this week that she would be stepping down after 35 years at Bendigo & Adelaide BankFind 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. ASX200 closes down slightly A$ hits high BHP docks pay Biden stands firm Keir Starmer new UK PM Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5 July 2024 Two middle-eastern energy giants reportedly looking to bid for Santos. And more, including: Finally, some relief for renters Total sales of vehicles hit a record for the first six months of the year And the UK is ready to welcome a new PM Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a mortgage broker’s advice on preparing for another interest rate rise. 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.

Private credit has boomed in recent years. But as it grows as an asset class, is regulation and transparency keeping up?Patrick William, co-founder and Managing Director of Rixon Capital, talks to Sean Aylmer about transparency, fees, due diligence and regulation in the private credit market.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Rixon Capital is a supporter of Fear & Greed.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 surges Payman quits ALP Lendlease deal knocked back Wall St hits record Hurricane Beryl hits land Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener John asks: How much of the high CPI is driven by services versus goods? I see wages still going up and up and business owners have no choice but to pass these costs on. How does that impact CPI figures?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 4 July 2024 Some of the country’s largest superannuation funds underperformed last financial year, but the returns are still pretty good. And more, including: Retail sales rise, but only because stores are discounting to win customers Google’s greenhouse gas emissions surge due to demand for data centres and AI And US President Joe Biden under growing pressure to not run again Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a mortgage broker’s advice on preparing for another interest rate rise. 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.

Ever wondered how class actions and other legal matters are funded? Some of the biggest cases are backed by litigation funders - an asset class that is really quite unique.Stuart Price, co-founder and CEO of litigation funder CASL, talks to Sean Aylmer about how litigation funding operates as an investment, but also why it's important to help level the playing field for class actions.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. Miners lead the way Wall St hits record Approvals jump Rump sentencing delayed Tesla’s share price jumps Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 3 July 2024 The Reserve Bank warns that delays in inflation falling could trigger an interest rate rise. And more, including: ANZ criticised for charging fees to dead customers US Supreme Court decision puts the President above the law And the Boston Celtics are up for sale… for around $US5 billion Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a mortgage broker’s advice on preparing for another interest rate rise. 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.

Infrastructure is more than just airports and tollroads - it's an asset class that reflects exactly what society needs to live and grow. So replacing and upgrading the 100-year-old lead pipes under New York City to cope with the population's needs may actually present an investment opportunity.Sarah Shaw, CIO and global portfolio manager at 4D Infrastructure, talks to Sean Aylmer about the opportunities she sees as populations grow and demographics change, particularly across Asia.This is general information only and 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. ASX200 closes lower Bendigo boss exits Labor backs PM over Payman Power prices set to jump Hurricane Beryl hits land Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. 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 2 July 2024 The dominance of the financial stocks grows on the ASX, making it more difficult for investors. And more, including: Australia’s new Governor-General is sworn in Anglo-American’s coal mine fire may take months to extinguish And Joe Biden attempts to recover from last week’s dreadful Presidential debate Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - should you join an investment club? 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.

After an 'uncompelling' performance in the first debate of the election campaign, US President Joe Biden is at Camp David, reportedly considering his future.Bruce Wolpe talks to Sean Aylmer about whether Biden will continue as the Democrat candidate, how he could be replaced, and whether he can still beat Donald Trump.About Bruce Wolpe:Bruce Wolpe is a Senior Fellow (non-resident) at the United States Studies Centre. He has worked with the Democrats in Congress during President Barack Obama’s first term, and on the staff of Prime Minister Julia Gillard. Last year he published Trump’s Australia, which looks at the potential for Donald Trump to return to the Presidency, and what that means for Australia.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 lower Good news for Lendlease Aged care pay hikes delayed ASIC warns banks Right win in France Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 1 July 2024 Tens of billions of dollars of tax cuts and higher superannuation contributions kick in today, at the start of the new financial year. And more, including: The S&P/ASX200 finishes the last financial year up eight per cent with tech stocks leading the way. Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide take the gongs for strongest house price growth. Nike, the world’s largest sportswear company, downgrades its earnings outlook on the back of waning demand Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - should you join an investment club? 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.

Last financial year was a pretty good one for investors and super funds. But as we always say - we're not an investing podcast, and it pays to get good advice. It's also useful to listen to the lessons of those who've done it all before.Dr Shane Oliver, Chief Economist & Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the nine lessons he's learnt about investing across the last 40 years.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: Hon. John Sharp AM, Deputy Chair of the Rex Group Original publication date: March 11, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to the Honourable John Sharp AM, Deputy Chair of the Rex Group, about the regional airline's shift into the 'golden triangle' of Sydney-Melbourne-Brisbane. John Sharp accuses Qantas of acting like a bully by moving into regional routes unable to sustain two airlines.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. FY ends with a whimper US Presidential Debate Nine cuts jobs NDIS unsustainable IAG shares jump Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson give their take on today's US Presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 28 June 2024 Bond markets price in a 40 per cent chance of an interest rate hike in August. Qatar considers buying a stake in Virgin Australia Joe Biden and Donald Trump to square off today in first presidential debate And the case of the two NASA astronauts stuck on the International Space Station Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - should you join an investment club? 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.

It's looking increasingly likely we'll see an interest rate hike at the next RBA board meeting in August.Judo Bank economic advisor Warren Hogan, who has one of the best track records on predicting rates, explains to Sean Aylmer why the current downturn is unique - and why the Reserve Bank may be left with no choice but to keep increasing 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. ASX recovers after big fall Assange battle Job vacancies drop Lynas ramps up operations Guzman shorts Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 27 June 2024 Higher than expected inflation figures trigger talks of interest rate hikes in Australia. Star Entertainment gets a star CEO and is paying big for him One of the country’s most iconic landmarks is up for sale And the EU goes after Microsoft over its Teams software Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - should you join an investment club? 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.

Everybody needs to get financial advice - and this goes a lot deeper than just tax advice at the end of the financial year. But for many people, cost is a major barrier.Andrew Gregory, Head of Financial Advice and Education at UniSuper, talks to Sean Aylmer about the other advice options available through super funds, about the importance of getting good advice, and the key super changes coming up on July 1.UniSuper is a supporter of Fear & GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.