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Thursday 11 May 2023 Economists warn that the budget may trigger further interest rate rises. Also today: Healthcare, real estate and retail stocks win out of Tuesday night’s policy announcements CSR boss says backlog of building work will cushion industry downturn And soon you can rent a bed by the hour, on long haul flights to the US Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is about saving money on clothes. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian banks have delivered pretty solid half-year results, with the four major banks reporting almost $16.8 billion in combined statutory earnings. That’s up 10.8% on the 2022 half-year results - but the headwinds are getting stronger.Doug Nixon, Oceania Banking and Capital Markets Leader at EY, talks to Sean Aylmer about the pressure on the banks, and the local impact of turmoil in the US banking system.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 10 May 2023 Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlines a budget surplus, big changes to Medicare, a bunch of cost-of-living initiatives, and good news on inflation, in his first full budget last night. Also today: Commonwealth Bank makes $2.6 billion in just three months, as it pulls back cashbacks in the home lending market. McDonald’s sales in Australia hit a record on the back of cups of coffee and home delivery. Goldman Sachs agrees to pay $215m to end class action lawsuit Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is about saving money on clothes. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the Federal Budget, delivering a surprise surplus - the first one in 15 years. At the same time, there are plenty of spending measures designed to ease cost of living pressures. But could they put more pressure on the Reserve Bank to increase interest rates? Stephen Koukoulas, the Managing Director of Market Economics and a former economic adviser to a Prime Minister, talks Sean Aylmer through the key points of the Budget.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 9 May 2023 Westpac outlines a $4 billion profit but says the best times have passed. Also today: Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers set to announce plenty of spending in tonight’s budget, but there will also be plenty of programs that have their funding cut or dropped US President Joe Biden’s approval slides to a career low And the boss of IBM admits that working from home does harm your promotional chances Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight's budget is set to have a cost of living focus, with households and businesses across the country struggling.Charles Croucher, Chief Political Editor of 9News, talks to Sean Aylmer about the politics of the budget, and assesses the Government's first year in office.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 8 May 2023 A big energy relief package set to be the centrepiece of tomorrow night’s budget. Also today: Home buyers ignore last week’s rate rise and push auction clearance rates to their highest level in more than a year Macquarie Group pays one of its stars $57.6 million for one year’s work Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway sold billions of dollars of US shares in the first three months and bought very few Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Between rising interest rates and wobbly US banks, markets have been a little unsteady lately.Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about the stocks he's watching.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.

6-7 May 2023 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.

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Friday 5 May 2023 NAB’s share price tumbles after it warns that the good times are over for banks. Also today: The owner of Rebel, Super Cheap Auto and BCF says higher interest rates are starting to bite retailers. Aged care workers to receive a 15% pay rise And King Charles III set to become, officially, the richest and oldest monarch to be crowned. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is about using insurance to protect your wealth. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working parents face a lot of challenges, from finding family-friendly working conditions, to securing affordable childcare.Georgie Dent, journalist, author and Executive Director of The Parenthood, talks to Sean Aylmer about what the Government needs to do for Australia to become the best place in the world to be a parent.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 4 May 2023 Banks, iron ore miners and energy companies lead a sell off on the ASX as the global economy hits local investors. Also today: The near $6 billion Snowy Hydro project hits soft ground. Electric vehicle sales rise from 1.1% a year ago to 8% last month And the godfather of AI quits his job at Google, worried that the growth of artificial intelligence could lead to killer robots that are smarter than humans Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is about using insurance to protect your wealth. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young people aged 18 to 29 are the least concerned about becoming a victim of scams or cyberattack. But they're also most likely to lose out to a scam or cyberattack. Chris Sheehan - a 27-year AFP veteran - is now Executive, Group Investigations & Fraud at NAB. He talks to Sean Aylmer about the work being done by banks, telcos and other businesses to help stamp out scams.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 3 May 2023 The Reserve Bank hikes interest rates sending shares tumbling and the Aussie dollar higher. Also today: Qantas picks its Chief Financial Officer to replace the outgoing Alan Joyce. The Federal Government announces plans to phase out vaping And the rental crisis in Australia hits record levels. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is about using insurance to protect your wealth. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In some categories of household spending, mums control the vast majority of buying decisions.Christie Nicholas, founder and Managing Director of Mumpower, talks to Sean Aylmer about how brands are using marketing to more effectively engage with mums on their buying journey.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 2 May 2023 Experts call an end to the slump in the property market Also today: Another major cyber hack emerges Both 7-Eleven and Best & Less are put up for sale The AFL gets a new boss, while Rugby Australia loses its CEO Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are varying shades of green energy, depending on a range of factors like generation source and storage. Pacific Blue - formerly Pacific Hydro - is Australia's only generator and retailer of 100% renewable energy.Sean Aylmer speaks to Domenic Capomolla, Chief Executive of Pacific Blue, about where the power comes from, and where the sector is going.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 1 May 2023 A big week for the economy kicks off strongly with another robust weekend for house auctions. Also today: The federal budget is just a week away, and it looks like it will focus on cost-of-living pressures, while also receiving a major tax boost. Telstra’s mobile phone plans are set to rise by up to 20 per cent And Facebook remains the social media platform of choice in Australia, especially if you’re older. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many investors are drawn to high-dividend stocks. But Roger Montgomery, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Montgomery Investment Management, tells Sean Aylmer why those investors may be looking at it the wrong way. 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.

29-30 April 2023 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.

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Friday 28th April 2023 The federal government set to overhaul skilled immigration policies as it steps up the push to attract global talent. Also today: Iconic vitamins company Blackmores agrees to be sold to Japanese beverage giant, Kirin The $200 billion Future Fund changes the way it invests money Britain’s competition watchdog blocks Microsoft’s $US69 billion bid for Activision Blizzard Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commercial property agents are reporting a recent surge of interest from retail investors. Every six weeks, Burgess Rawson holds a portfolio auction, where they sell everything from fast food restaurants and service stations, to car dealerships and childcare centres.Ingrid Filmer, CEO of Burgess Rawson, tells Sean Aylmer why she believes mum and dad investors are shifting away from residential property.Remember 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.

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Thursday 27th April 2023 A lower than expected inflation reading raises hopes of no more interest rate rises. Also today: The federal government backs down on caps on gas prices Microsoft and Alphabet results impress investors And the latest moon landing ends in a crash Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the superannuation gap between men and women, and how to close it. Get it 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 inflation data was a vital set of figures for the economy. Commonwealth Bank’s Head of Australian Economics Gareth Aird talks to Sean Aylmer about what the CPI data means for the Reserve Bank and whether we'll see another interest rate rise.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 26th April 2023 A big day for the economy with Bureau of Statistics figures set to determine whether the Reserve Bank hikes interest rates again. Tradies and post-grads are happier, and earn more, than everyone else. Australians will soon be able to renew their passports online through myGov And Twitter’s blue-tick reappears on accounts of famous people, even if they’re no longer alive Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the superannuation gap between men and women, and how to close it. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listeners to Fear and Greed will have heard us mention Amazon Alexa many times - it's one of the easiest ways to listen to the podcast. Kate Burleigh, country manager for Amazon Alexa Australia and New Zealand, speaks to Sean Aylmer about why smart speakers are rising in popularity for Australian businesses, and how they can make better use of the technology.Amazon Alexa is a supporter of Fear and GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 25th April 2023 The federal government announces a major overhaul of Australia’s defence priorities, including the need for long range strike weapons. But it will be costly. Also today: Westpac, Australia’s second largest home lender, calls an end to the slump in house prices InvoCare’s share price falls after private equity group withdraws $1.8b proposal And why nine million Chinese travellers is good for global airfares Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anybody who has visited Gallipoli will tell you what a moving experience it is. War historian Mat McLachlan has been there many times, taking travellers on tours of Gallipoli and other locations where Australians have fought. Mat - founder of Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours - talks to Sean Aylmer about the significance of Anzac Day, and the emotional impact of visiting the locations where our soldiers died.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 24th April 2023 Australia makes it easier for New Zealanders to become citizens ahead of Anzac Day. Also today: The race is on to replace Alan Joyce at Qantas. BHP cuts production targets for Australian nickel & Chilean copper mines And the boss of Google parent Alphabet, receives an annual remuneration of around $340 million Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been some good signs lately for the housing market - decent auction clearance rates, a pause on interest rate rises, and prices seeming to stabilise in capital city markets. Warren Hogan, former Chief Economist at ANZ, now economic adviser to Halo Technologies, tells Sean Aylmer why he believe it'll just be temporary reprieve before the market continues to fall.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.

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. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about ways to get the grocery bill under control. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Friday 21st April 2023 The Reserve Bank gets set for an overhaul after a major review finds some serious challenges at the central bank. Also today: The competition regulator blocks Qantas’ bid for a FIFO challenger Rio Tinto’s Australian iron ore division records its best-ever start to a year And Elon Musk says he’s about to cut the price of Teslas again Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about ways to get the grocery bill under control. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The statistics are pretty frightening: many women are retiring with superannuation balances that are a fraction of their male colleagues. And in some cases, it's leading to homelessness later in life.Sean Aylmer speaks to Canna Campbell, financial planner and host of How Do They Afford That, about what needs to be done to close the gender gap in super. 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.