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Thursday 9th March 2023 Reserve Bank Governor Phillip Lowe says we are getting close to the end of interest hikes. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese heads to India to sell Australia’s wares The changing fortunes of Aussie coal companies And a major new study says that money does make you happier Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about set and forget investing. 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 office is a vastly different place post-COVID. So how do companies lure employees back to the workplace, when the days of tennis tables and free lunches are behind us? The answer is crucial to ensuring a happy, productive workforce.Katherine Divett, CEO of workplace and people consultancy Puzzle Partners, talks to Sean about hot-desking, hybrid working, change management, and the price companies pay if they get it wrong.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 8 March 2023 The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates for the tenth successive time, but there’s a glimmer of hope the rate cycle might soon end. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he’d like to visit China, ahead of this week’s delegation, which he’s leading, to India. Atlassian joins the throngs of tech companies cutting staff, saying 500 jobs will go. South American nations to take on Australia in mining lithium for batteries Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about set and forget investing. 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.

Managing expenses isn't exactly glamorous. But this Nasdaq-listed company has streamlined the process - and businesses around the world are loving it. Anu Muralidharan, Chief Operating Officer of Expensify, talks to Sean Aylmer from the US about the social conscience that has driven the company since its very beginning. Expensify will be participating in the Accounting Business Expo on the 14th and 15th of March in Melbourne, which is a supporter of this podcast. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 7th March 2023 Almost 20,000 people died last year in excess of what was expected even taking COVID into account. Also today: Aldi under fire for copyright infringements with claims its home brand products look too much like branded competitors Parliament resumes, with Government under fire over super tax changes And former British UK PM BJ left Downing Street with one final effort to give his father a knighthood Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest challenges facing Australia in the near future is our transition to greener energy.But how do we actually do it? And how do Australian companies manage the process? Sean Aylmer speaks to Liam Connolly, leader of the Energy Transition practice at Bain & Co, about how we get to net zero by 2050.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 6th March 2023 The Reserve Bank set to lift rates again, but home buyers don’t seem to be too worried. Also today: Macquarie Group readies to buy an Italian telco while the owner of Quiksilver, Roxy and Billabong surfwear brands is set to be sold China surprises with a five per cent growth target for its economy And some of the biggest minds in the universe get together to try and work out the origins of life Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about manifesting. 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.

Earnings season has wrapped up - and as always, one of the most interesting sectors was the tech space.Elise Kennedy, Vice President of Equity Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the tech stocks have fared.This is general information only, and you should speak to a professional advisor 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.

4-5 March 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 3rd March 2023 The 12 month drop in house prices shows signs of ending. Also today: Macquarie mulls a $9 billion bid in the UK The bottom falls out of the building industry with new home starts falling to their lowest level in more than a decade And one of the more unusual unfair dismissal cases you’ll ever hear Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about manifesting. 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.

Most businesses use accountants and bookkeepers - but could SMEs be using them more effectively?Sean Aylmer talks to Damien Greathead, Head of Marketing at Intuit Australia - the makers of cloud accounting software Quickbooks - about the true value of a good accountant - and the surprising services they can provide. Damien is speaking at the Accounting Business Expo on the 14th and 15th of March in Melbourne, which is a supporter of this podcast.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 2nd March 2023 The Australian economy slows raising hopes that the rate cycle might be coming to an end. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he won’t change tax rules around the family home. Telstra boss Vicki Brady outlines the telco’s strategy for the next decade And solar panels about to become the biggest energy source in the nation Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about manifesting. 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.

Microba is an Australian biotech company using microbiome science to improve human health, with the involvement of some real heavyhitters behind it, including Gardasil creator Professor Ian Frazer AC.Sean Aylmer talks to Microba CEO Dr Luke Reid about the path to commercialising medical innovation, and why Brisbane has become such a hub for this technology.The Brisbane Economic Development Agency is a supporter of this podcast.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 1st March 2023 The Albanese government introduces new taxes for people with very high superannuation balances. Also today: Retail sales surge but economists think the economy is slowing ahead of today’s GDP figures Bunnings goes big in the $10 billion pet care industry Elon Musk reclaims the title of world’s richest person Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about manifesting. 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 last few years have seen intense pressure on global supply chains. But that pressure is now easing. So are we back to normal - or just adapting to a new way of operating?Sean Aylmer speaks to Andy Hiscox, the CEO of Netstock Australia - a leader in supply chain planning.Andy Hiscox is speaking at the Accounting Business Expo on the 14th and 15th of March in Melbourne, which is a supporter of this podcast.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 28th February 2023 Woodside Energy more than doubles its profit in one of the earnings season’s best results. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says cyber security is as critical as national security US warns China of consequences if it provides military support to Russia And there’s still $16 billion in unclaimed super floating around out there More details about Michael’s book, HOW TO BE REMEMBERED: michaelthompson.net.auFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson is heard every day as the cohost of Fear and Greed. But in his spare time he’s been writing a novel called How To Be Remembered. It’s being published today by Allen & Unwin.Michael talks to Sean Aylmer about how a series of rejections ended in a heated auction for the publishing rights, and even saw the book optioned for film.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 27th February 2023 Retail investors look to commercial property – petrol stations, childcare centres and the like, to boost returns. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese comes out swinging against the banks G20 finance ministers fail to adopt a joint statement on the global economy And strong inflation figures in the US are set to push the local market, and the Aussie dollar lower today Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a lot of talk of superannuation reform right now: big decisions are being made about the $3.3 trillion sector.Tim Steele, CEO of Australian accounting technology company Class, talks to Sean Aylmer about what it means for self-managed super funds, as well as the surprising demographic shifts in SMSFs.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.

25-26 February 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 24 February 2023 Qantas delivers a boom half year result, but don’t expect cheaper airfares any time soon. Also today: Medibank explains how it got hacked by Russian criminals Star Entertainment Group will raise $800 million to shore up its finances And Australia’s biggest waste management company is getting its pen pushers to drive garbage trucks Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about financial resilience. 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.

Telehealth took a giant leap forward during the pandemic. But the technology was already in use prior to COVID, with Australian company Coviu well-positioned to expand significantly when the need arose.Sean Aylmer talks to Coviu founder and CEO Dr Silvia Pfeiffer about how the company began within the CSIRO, and what the future of telehealth looks like.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 23 February 2023 A surprisingly weak wages figure takes just a bit of pressure off interest rates. Also today: Woolworths says people are “trading-in” – eating more luxury products at home A good day on the market for Origin Energy, but a shocker for Domino’s And good news for fans of the four day work week Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about financial resilience. 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.

Recently the Federal Government launched its National Cultural Policy: $300 million in funding across music, literature, art and more. It's shone a light on the way cultural institutions are run: the way they spend money and the way they foster creativity.And now one arts leader says the business community can learn a valuable lesson from some of our oldest institutions.Paul Duldig is the Chief Executive of State Library Victoria - Australia’s oldest and most prestigious public library. He talks to Sean Aylmer about the key to evolving, remaining relevant and becoming sustainable.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 22nd February 2023 BHP reports a big fall in profit and says it wants to offload its coal mines. Also today: The Reserve Bank thought about lifting rates 50 basis points two weeks ago, fearing that inflation might remain persistently high Coles appoints first female CEO in its 100 year history And the inside story of Joe Biden’s sneak visit to Ukraine Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about financial resilience. 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.

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.

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Tuesday 21st February 2023 The federal government looks to overhaul the $3.3 trillion superannuation industry. Also today: There are tentative signs that house prices in some cities might not go much lower Ampol posts a record annual pre-tax profit with a bumper dividend to shareholders And Facebook introduces a subscription service Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can tell a lot about the state of the economy by the advertising market: it’s an insight into business confidence, retail spending and consumer behaviour.Matt Nunn, founder of Nunn Media - Australia’s largest independent media agency - talks to Sean Aylmer about the ad market, from free-to-air tv, right through to the metaverse.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 20th February 2023 Reserve Bank Governor Phillip Lowe under pressure with the Greens calling on the government to act and not allow any more rate hikes. Also today: Inghams Group warns of a big jump in chicken prices US warns China against providing aid to Russia And a Swedish study says you don’t have to be the smartest to earn the most Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does a professional investor look for when they're trading on international markets?Nick Healy, Portfolio Manager for WAM Global, talks to Sean Aylmer about the stocks he likes, and the key differences between competitors in the US and Europe.This is general information only and does not take into account your personal circumstances. 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.

18-19 February 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 17th February 2023 Telstra gives its one million plus shareholders good news on dividends. The unemployment rate jumps to 3.7 per cent Newcrest rejects $24b Newmont offer - but leaves the door open And Mattel hopes Barney the purple dinosaur can turn around its fortunes Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about rebooting your budget to help deal with rising rates. 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.