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Friday 29 September 2023 Major changes to the Privacy Act to affect more than 2 million small Aussie businesses. Also today: Auction numbers set to halve this long weekend AI powered chatbots are coming to Facebook And Costco is now selling that bulk essential… gold bars?! Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s the top five myths and misconceptions about retirement. 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.

In the last year alone, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission has commenced greenwashing action against Mercer, Vanguard and Active Super for allegedly providing misleading information over the ESG credentials of some investments.At the same time, a Senate inquiry is underway into greenwashing, and Treasury is consulting on disclosure requirements that would align Australia with other parts of the world.Persia Navidi, partner at Hicksons Lawyers, takes Jennifer Duke through ASIC's allegations, and what businesses need to do to prepare for more regulation.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 28 September 2023 Inflation is accelerating yet again, raising some concerns about interest rates. Also today: Billionaire Endeavour shareholder Bruce Mathieson wants a board reshuffle at the owner of Dan Murphy’s A major Tesla battery in Queensland goes up in flames Amazon sued in the US over allegations it is illegally using monopoly power to crush competition Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s the top five myths and misconceptions about retirement. 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.

In 2020, as lockdowns kicked in and people started working from home, the number of Australians using Zoom increased 54-fold. In that year alone, there were more than 800 million Zoom meetings in Asia/Pacific. The company's share price boomed, and Zoom became synonymous with video conferencing.But as we returned to the office, the share price came back down to earth, and Zoom is now reinventing itself.Bede Hackney, Head of Australia and New Zealand at Zoom, talks to Jennifer Duke about how the company stays relevant and innovative, and why Zoom staff have now been asked to return to the office two days a week.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 27 September 2023 Australia’s top technology leaders declare their support for the Yes campaign. Also today: Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews resigns after nine years in the job ChatGPT speaks its first words as it gears up to rival Alexa and Siri And households are going solar in record numbers to avoid rising energy costs Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s the top five myths and misconceptions about retirement. 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.

Every year professional networking platform LinkedIn assesses the start-up scene in Australia to produce its Top Startups List. LinkedIn Australia’s Top Startups in 2023 is a guide to which startups are attracting the most attention, and luring top talent to work with them. Cayla Dengate, LinkedIn News Australia’s career expert, takes Jennifer Duke through the list, and discusses the state of Australia's startup ecosystem including companies like Harrison.ai, Montu, Lyka, Carma, Dabble, me&u, WhatAbility, Ofload, Immutable, Howatson+Company.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 26 September 2023 Rising petrol prices are causing havoc for inflation and for airlines. Also today: A major super fund is going to fight back against boards without enough women this AGM season Commonwealth Bank thinks Australians are getting better at picking up on scams And Lego ditches its plans to make its bricks from recycled plastic bottles Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market Index is a website that serves as a portal to the Australian stock market. But it’s also an example of a fantastic Australian success story - a company built from the ground up, identifying a need, meeting that need, and then being acquired.Matthew Gabriele, founder of Market Index, and now Executive Director at Livewire Markets, talks to Jennifer Duke about his start-up story - and what it's like to go from founder to employee.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 25 September 2023 Australians are getting a new passport, but this one will tell employers what your skills are, not where you’ve visited on holiday. Also today: Strong weekend for auctions Amazon Prime is bringing advertisements to its movies and shows And artificial wombs just took a baby step closer to public use Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a run of IPOs on Wall Street, and they've thrown up some interesting results.Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, talks to Jennifer Duke about new listings, how the Aussie share market reacts to Wall Street, the major trends that are still playing out and what the rest of the year might look like for investors.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 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: Gus Worland, broadcaster and founder of Gotcha4Life Original air date: February 11, 2022 In the time it takes to listen to this interview, 37 people will attempt suicide in Australia. That's one every 28 seconds. And every day, seven Aussie men and two women take their own life. Mental fitness foundation Gotcha4Life is aiming to get that number down to zero. Founder Gus Worland shares the heartbreaking reason he started the charity and some incredibly powerful tips to get you started on the right track. Lifeline: 13 11 14Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23-24 September 2023 Jennifer Duke 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.

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Friday 22 September 2023 Anthony Albanese launches a COVID-19 inquiry that will define how the nation and businesses deal with future pandemics and crises. Rupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of News Corp and Fox, handing over to son Lachlan Iceland risks tourism with travel levy for the environment And your Pizza Hut order might have just been hacked Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s your superannuation health check: from how to check your fees, to changing where your money is invested. 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.

Nuveen is one of the world’s largest investment managers, with $US1.1 trillion in assets under management. It's also the largest manager of farmland globally - more than three million acres of farmland and timberland across nearly 600 properties in 10 countries. Within Nuveen is Nuveen Real Assets, which has a focus on global real estate. Mike Sales, Head of Nuveen Real Assets, speaks to Jennifer Duke during a visit to Australia, about the outlook for the sector and the increasing importance of ESG factors.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.

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Thursday 21 September 2023 The Federal Government’s Employment White Paper is expected to spark a stoush over housing and migration. Also today: Victoria is slugging short-term rentals like Airbnb with a 7.5% levy Qantas CEO asked to front mediation in person with TWU over compensation for sacked workers And there’s been a sharp rise in homes bought and sold within 24 months selling at a loss Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s your superannuation health check: from how to check your fees, to changing where your money is invested. 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.

Last week the share price of Aussie biotech company Starpharma jumped 23% in one day, after very positive interim clinical trial results for its new cancer treatment.Dr Jackie Fairley, CEO of Starpharma, talks to Jennifer Duke about the test results, the process in bringing treatments to market, and the challenges and rewards of leading a biotech company working on life-changing research.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.

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Wednesday 20 September 2023 The OECD unveils gloomy new forecasts for the global economy, warning the world is heading for an economic slowdown. Also today: Mortgage holders are the most confident they’ve been about their finances for months Short sellers of US cannabis companies feel the burn And get ready for a hot, dry summer - we’re officially facing an El Nino weather pattern Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s your superannuation health check: from how to check your fees, to changing where your money is invested. 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.

Payments technology is leaping ahead, much of it driven by advances by Apple with their Apple Pay offering. But Australia has always been quick to move in the fintech space, and one of the major players is ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions, a joint venture between ANZ bank and global payments leader Worldline. Petr Ryska, CEO of ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions, talks to Jennifer Duke about the future of payments - including the potential for cars to pay for their own parking.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 19 September 2023 The corporate watchdog has warned major businesses that it will come after board directors and executives who are unprepared for cyberattacks. Also today: Trade unions want a revolution at the Reserve Bank under Michele Bullock’s leadership. CEOs have received pay rises far outstripping inflation and also far larger than those of the typical Australian worker. And a surprise meeting between the US and China raises hopes of improved relations between the superpowers Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anyone who’s tried to get a tradie over the last couple of years would know it’s not always easy. There was a surge in demand for home improvements during the pandemic, and supply chain challenges contributed to waiting times blowing out.But as demand weakens, and the construction sector faltering, are we seeing more flexibility come back into the market?Roby Sharon-Zipser, founder and CEO of HiPages, talks about the state of the industry, and also the changes he's made to HiPages after discussions with the ACCC.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 18 September 2023 A big test for housing as supply surges and more homeowners come off ultra-low fixed rate loans. Also today: Qatar Airways’ CEO speaks out for the first time about the Federal Government blocking the airline’s plans to bring extra flights to Australia The NSW Budget will be handed down tomorrow but there’s already hundreds of millions of dollars set aside for EVs And Subway launches a worldwide first 3-inch sandwich as inflation rises Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a surge of interest in cash ETFs recently.Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment advisor Stockspot, talks to Jennifer Duke about what cash ETFs are and why their popularity has grown, as well as the returns and the risks.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 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: David Brown, host of Business Wars, one of the world's most popular podcasts. Original air date: November 22, 2020 In this week's feature interview, Sean Aylmer speaks with David Brown, host of the hit US podcast series Business Wars. From Blockbuster vs Netflix, to Adidas vs Nike, they discuss the rivalries between some of the biggest companies in the world, and what drives them to succeed. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16-17 September 2023 Jennifer Duke 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.

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Friday 15 September 2023 An extra 65,000 people found employment in August in a shock sign of strength in the labour market. Also today: Busy weekend for auctions coming up Myer sales fall back over the first few weeks of the new financial year The EU launches an inquiry into Chinese electric cars Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about mobile phones, buying handsets outright and phone plans. 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.

Unemployment in August held steady at 3.7%, with an extra 65,000 people finding themselves in work. But earlier this week, property developer Tim Gurner suggested unemployment needs to rise "to remind people that they work for the employer, not the other way around."CBA Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick talks to Jennifer Duke about the bank's latest spending data, the unemployment figures, the desired outcome for the economy, and why "we don't need to see pain to achieve those outcomes."Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 14 September 2023 Qantas takes another hit after losing a High Court appeal. Also today: US food giant Lamb Weston continues its Aussie business buying spree Wealthy property developer wants unemployment to rise “to remind people they work for the employer, not the other way around” And more than half of all Australians want to dip into their super early Mentioned in today’s show: Sean Aylmer’s interview with Dr Jackie Farley, CEO of Starpharma Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about mobile phones, buying handsets outright and phone plans. 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.

According to a recent study, last year Australians spent an extraordinary 100 million hours on hold, waiting for customer service. But a new association has now been formed to reverse Australia’s record of poor customer service, with the backing of large Australian companies.Justin Tippett, founder and CEO of the Australian Customer Experience Professionals Association, talks to Jennifer Duke about why companies shouldn’t be overlooking this critical part of their business.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 13 September 2023 Consumer confidence has come to a screeching halt with big implications for business. Also today: Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting takes a ‘strategic stake’ in lithium company Liontown The Small Business Energy Incentive legislation is heading into Parliament, with the potential for $20,000 tax incentives And Mexican restaurant chain Guzman Y Gomez readies itself for IPO Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about mobile phones, buying handsets outright and phone plans. 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.

Agriculture plays a hugely significant role in Australia’s economy; at the same time, it's also a major contributor to our greenhouse gas emissions. But farmers are at the forefront of finding new ways to drive sustainability.David Statham, co-owner and director of the Sundown Pastoral Company, talks to Jennifer Duke about his family's efforts to improve the sector, including Sundown's partnership with Hiringa Energy to build a major new green hydrogen plant in NSW.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 12 September 2023 Federal Labor has managed to get the Greens’ support for its $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund by promising an extra $1 billion. Also today: The Aussie dollar tipped to rally after hitting lows this month Eight of the nation’s biggest super funds join forces to create a giant lobby group And why China’s economic downturn could prevent a war Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite so much hype around AI and ChatGPT in particular, business adoption of the technology hasn't changed in the last two years. So what's causing the hesitation?Gavan Ord, Senior Manager of Business and Investment Policy for CPA Australia, talks to Jennifer Duke about their annual business technology report, and the importance of businesses having a digital transformation strategy.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 11 September 2023 Anthony Albanese joins world leaders at the G20 where the war in Ukraine, climate change and trade deals top the agenda. A solid spring weekend for auctions National Australia Bank sues budgeting app You Need a Budget And there’s a glimmer of hope in China, where they’ve managed to squeeze out of deflation Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.