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Tuesday 9 April 2024 Qantas adds 20 million seats for frequent fliers, as the loyalty battles heat up. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is confident that recommendations from a review of the supermarkets can lead to lower prices. Winx’s first foal sells for $10 million And the final episode of Bluey, the cultural phenomenon, airs in less than a week with no sign of a new season in the offing Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? We ask the question: is it time to quit your job? 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.

Supermarket giants are again in the headlines, after an interim report into competition policy recommended massive fines for chains that abuse market power.Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about what the report means for Coles and Woolworths.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. Life 360 surges PM to watch Israel Ansell $1b buy Beach tumbles Israel withdraws Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 8 April 2024 Japan is likely to get an invite to the AUKUS pact, even though Canberra is only lukewarm on the idea. A boom weekend for housing auctions. Record summer season for cruise liners, well and truly topping pre-pandemic levels. Rock band Kiss sells its music and image for about $300m Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? We ask the question: is it time to quit your job? 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.

Since bottoming last year, Australia's banks have outperformed much of the market. Dougal Maple-Brown, Head of Australian Value Equities at Maple-Brown Abbot, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for the big four.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 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.

Guest: Mesoblast founder Silviu Itescu Original air date: March 9, 2022 ASX-listed biotech Mesoblast is spoken about a lot on Fear and Greed due to its extremely volatile share price. This is largely tied to some big medical breakthroughs they've been working on for a long time. Founder Silviu Itescu discusses the exhaustive and expensive process behind getting critical new drugs developed, tested and approved and the possible announcements that are coming. Update: Mesoblast has been in the news this week. Its share price shot up due to investor excitement over its pending Food & Drug Administration submission.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 Fear and Greed colleague 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. Tech stocks lead the way down Biden warning to Israel Wall Street tumbles Rio ESG plans Aussie $100m sports star Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5 April 2024 Small businesses feel the pressure from the Tax Office and the banks. And plenty more, including: The outlook for the construction sector goes from bad to worse Spotify increasing subscription prices And meet the billionaire who invests in golf, because he believes the four day work week is almost inevitable Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? We ask the question: is it time to quit your job? 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 become a hot topic recently. But how does it all work? What are the risks, the benefits and the opportunities for investors?David Ingram, co-founder and CEO of CrowdProperty Australia, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on private credit.This is general information only and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. CrowdProperty Australia 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 finishes up 0.5pc Boral undervalued Gold hits record Spending stays low Lend Lease under pressure Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 4 April 2024 Global electric vehicles sales fall worldwide, led lower by the two big manufacturers, Tesla and BYD. And plenty more, including: Samantha Mostyn appointed 28th Governor-General Coffee prices soar Elon Musk’s X is threatening to sue the Australian government Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? We ask the question: is it time to quit your job? 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 and Bitcoin have both hit new records lately. But gold and crypto have traditionally been seen as occupying opposite ends of the risk spectrum.Sally Auld, Chief Investment Officer at JBWere, talks to Sean about why the two assets are surging - and how investors might look at them.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. ASX tumbles Gold, silver at highs Albanese speaks to Israel PM Dutton push for small business Biden, Xi chat Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 3 April 2024 Interest rate hikes are off the table, but it might be a while before we see any rate reductions. And plenty more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese demands an explanation for why an Australian aid worker was killed by an Israeli airstrike Government to offer a digital ID across the economy And the big banks and supermarkets band together to avoid a cash crisis Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? We ask the question: is it time to quit your job? 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.

There's a lot of talk about interest rate cuts this year. But it's hardly a sure thing, with a number of economists predicting rates may not come down this year - and if they are lowered next year, it may not be by much.Warren Hogan, Managing Director of EQ Economics, Economic Advisor at Judo Bank and former ANZ Chief Economist, takes Sean Aylmer through the outlook for interest 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. Gold miners jump $1b bid for Austal rejected Orora shares tumble14pc $1b defence deal Trump stumps up $US175m Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 2 April 2024 One-quarter of the way into the year and tech stocks have led the ASX to a record high, overwhelming the negative effect the big miners are having on the market. And plenty more, including: House prices hit a record high in March Treasury Wine Estates to lift Grange prices as China tariffs come off And Australia’s big banks are still lifting interest rates on credit cards Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all savings accounts, term deposits and mortgage offsets. 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.

Momentum seems to be growing behind the decarbonisation of heavy transport in Australia, much of it in just the last 12 months. And one of the big players in this space is Volvo.Martin Merrick, President of Volvo Group Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about the feasibility of electric trucks in Australia, and why more states are coming on board to support a shift to electric.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 1 April 2024 Sydney booms and Melbourne falters in auction markets over the past week. And plenty more, including: Facebook set to drop its news function this week Vanguard in hot water over ethical fund claims And one of the world’s biggest telcos gets hacked Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all savings accounts, term deposits and mortgage offsets. 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.

Qantas is one of the most high-profile companies in the country - and over the last year, it’s also been one of the most turbulent. So how is our national carrier seen by investors?Jakob Cakarnis, Director of Equity Research at Jarden Australia, talks Sean Aylmer through the strengths and weaknesses of Qantas.This is general information only and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisionsFind 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.

Guest: Fred Schebesta, founder of Finder.com.au Original air date: June 14, 2021 Sean Aylmer speaks to entrepreneur and Young Rich Lister Fred Schebesta about taking Finder.com.au from an Australian comparison website to a global success story.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 Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 29 March 2024 Withdrawing cash might get trickier this weekend, with the future of Armaguard up in the air. And plenty more, including: The Qantas brand has taken a $384 million hit China’s president Xi Jinping wining and dining top US business leaders Daniel Kahneman, the grandfather of behavioural economics, passes away Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all savings accounts, term deposits and mortgage offsets. 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.

Easter is considered a marquee event for retail - and with $18b being spent on food, DIY and travel, it's easy to see why.Fleur Brown, Chief Industry Affairs Officer at the Australian Retailers Association, talks to Michael Thompson about the impact of the cost of living crisis on Easter spending, and what we're spending our money on.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 28 March 2024 Inflation flatlines for the third consecutive month. Also today: The ‘freefall’ in productivity plaguing the Aussie economy has come to an end New mandatory climate reporting requirements for big companies And chocolate eggs might be about to get a lot more expensive as cocoa hits record prices Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all savings accounts, term deposits and mortgage offsets. 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.

Monthly inflation data came in slightly better than expected yesterday - an annual rate of 3.4%. So is inflation finally under control? Or is it just another step in the right direction?AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina talks to Adam Lang about inflation, unemployment, retail sales, and what it all means for interest rates.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 27 March 2024 Unions and businesses are battling it out over minimum wage. New data shows property sellers made big profits in the final quarter of last year Boeing’s CEO is bowing out Donald Trump’s massive payday Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all savings accounts, term deposits and mortgage offsets. 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.

More property sales are delivering a profit for vendors, with the median gross profit rising to a massive $310,000 late last year.Eliza Owen, CoreLogic’s Head of Research, talks to Adam Lang about the new Pain & Gain report, which reveals 94% of property resales returned a profit in the final quarter of 2023.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 26 March 2024 New standards to promote EVs have hit a speed bump And plenty more, including: Regulator’s crackdown on company directors without a director ID has begun Real estate agency McGrath is putting up the ‘sold’ sign And tech bosses are selling their stock at levels not seen for years Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about the top 10 money habits of successful people. 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 most precious commodity for most businesses is trust - and it's very hard to regain it once lost.Every year Edelman releases its Trust Barometer, gauging trust in companies, organisations and government. And the news isn't great for our leaders.Tom Robinson, CEO of Edelman Australia, talks to Adam Lang about what business leaders can do to restore trust with consumers.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 25 March 2024 A massive weekend for the housing market with the highest number of auctions in two years. And plenty more, including: Government pushes for wage increase in line with inflation Star Entertainment’s CEO resigns Wealthy Aussies living in the UK are getting a tax shock Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about the top 10 money habits of successful people. 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.

We’ve had a lot of economic news lately pointing to an eventual interest rate cut - but there's a big question mark over when that will be. So what does it all mean for equities?Matthew Kidman, Principal at Centennial Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for the local market, as well as some of the stocks and sectors he likes.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 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.

Guest: Yvonne Quinn from Reddit Original air date: December 15, 2023 Social media giant Reddit has more than 70 million unique active users every day - but we don't hear as much about it as we do about Facebook and Instagram.Yvonne Quinn, Reddit's Head of Business Marketing, Europe and Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about the platform, and how businesses can use the rich user data for marketing. Update: Reddit this week listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and saw its shares soar 48% on the first day.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 Fear and Greed colleague 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. Resources stocks fall RBA warns on home borrowers Higher house prices Audi recall Apple falls Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 22 March 2024 The Australian unemployment rate tumbles to 3.7 per cent, raising questions about how long it will be before we see interest rate cuts. And plenty more, including: Migration levels hit a record high. US authorities take on Apple And luxury giant Hermes is being sued for allegedly being too exclusive Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about the top 10 money habits of successful people. 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 craft beer industry is having a tough time at the moment, with a number of prominent breweries going into administration or closing.But Mountain Culture Beer Co has defied the trend - ramping up production 4000% in just four years.Co-founder and CEO DJ McCready talks to Sean Aylmer about growth, the beer industry, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded 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. ASX jumps more than one 1pc US to cut rates Directors warned Car emissions pressure NZ in recession Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 21 March 2024 The government is under fire for doing a trade deal with Beijing ahead of yesterday’s meeting of the foreign ministers of the two countries. Plus plenty more, including: Donald Trump tees off on Kevin Rudd Calls to increase housing density to improve affordability And Spotify claims a record number of millionaires, thanks to music streaming Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about the top 10 money habits of successful people. 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 has some of the world's highest house prices, in some of the lowest-density cities. But new data from Domain shows land sizes are getting smaller - and even though prices are rising, they'd be much, much higher if we not for this shift towards greater density.Dr Nicola Powell, Domain's Chief of Research and Economics, talks to Sean Aylmer about why it might be time for the Australian property dream to change - and explains a different way of picking suburbs offering value for money.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 closes flat Boom super returns Amcor boss steps down US tech stocks win friends Reddit to list Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 20 March 2024 The Reserve Bank doesn’t shift on interest rates but drops its bias towards a rate hike. Plus plenty more, including: Households to get cheaper electricity from 1 July AGL employees may lose bonuses if they don’t work from the office 3 days a week Tech giant Nvidia unveils a super chip that computes four times faster than what’s currently on offer Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about the top 10 money habits of successful people. 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.