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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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 18 August 2022 Wages on the rise, but the cost-of-living continues to bite. Also today: Blood plasma group CSL reports a jump in sales thanks to the rampant flu around the globe. Domain boss says property FOMO has come to an end And the University of Melbourne and a Dallas biotech company reckon they can revive the Tasmanian Tiger. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superannuation plays a hugely important role in our lives. But it's important to know what's inside your fund, and how the value of those assets is calculated.Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment advisor Stockspot, gives a 101 on superannuation, and why he's worried about the valuing of unlisted assets.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 17 August 2022 BHP announces a bumper profit and a massive dividend, which it says will go to about 70 per cent of Australians. Also today: Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison under pressure to resign over his decision to become a shadow minister for five portfolios during the pandemic. Reserve Bank board minutes reveal there’s no specific target for rising rates And Apple tells staff it’s time to come back to the office Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've talked about the good news on drones, helping to deliver groceries and pizzas - but what about the security risk?Airports, prisons and other secure facilities aren't necessarily protected against drones being used maliciously.Oleg Vornik, CEO of ASX-listed company DroneShield, talks to Sean Aylmer about supplying counter-drone systems to the Australian Defence Force and customers right around the world.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 16 August 2022 JB HiFi shows that consumers are still spending, but the best might be over. Also today: Former PM SM under pressure over some pretty unusual practices while in government. CBD’s ain’t coming back to life… well not yet, at least. And China cuts a key interest rate, while the rest of the world is raising them Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As consumer sentiment slides, the pressure is on brands to maintain the relationship with customers. And this is where trust comes into it. Lyndall Spooner, founder and director of strategic research firm Fifth Dimension, talks to Sean Aylmer about the role trust plays in buying decisions, and how a damaged brand can restore it.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 15 August 2022 Earnings season turns up some strong profits, but CEOs are unsure about the future. Also today: The housing market might be finding a floor. Australia reaffirms support for the One China policy And we’ll tell you about the oil company that made a $US48 billion profit in three months. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are so many factors influencing the global economy, from geopolitical crises to the role of central banks. Global asset manager Nuveen has more than $US1 trillion in assets under management. Brian Nick is Nuveen’s Chief Investment Strategist, and talks to Sean Aylmer from New York about what it all means for everyday investors. This is general information only, and you should seek professional advice before making any 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.

If a colleague's having a phone conversation on speaker, can you join in unannounced? And did Adam realise what a safeword really was when he agreed to join this podcast? The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - tackle the big issues in the world of business, work and the office. New episode out every Thursday!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13-14 August 2022 Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang go head to head on the top business stories of the week.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 12 August 2022 Telstra rewards its shareholders with a bigger dividend even though profits are lower. Also today: The Aussie dollar surges to a two-month high. Workers stop returning-to-the-office. And Disney announces a 50 per cent jump in profit. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six months after our international borders reopened to visitors, it feels like travelling overseas is becoming normal once more.Adam Schwab - the co-founder and CEO of Luxury Escapes - updates Sean Aylmer on the state of the travel sector.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 11 August 2022 Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn unveils a bumper profit and warns that households have already slowed spending. Also today: China warns Australia to be cautious over Taiwan. Tech stocks are back in favour on Wall Street. And Elon Musk has been selling out of Tesla. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that we rely on a stable and fast internet connection more than ever before. Sean Aylmer speaks to Phillip Britt, Managing Director of Aussie Broadband, about the pressure on the sector, where we're heading, and why he set up his first business at just eighteen years old.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 10 August 2022 Businesses are upbeat about the economic future, but consumer sentiment tumbles. Also today: The Reserve Bank says it wants to trial a digital currency. Australia’s big five consulting firms earn $2 billion from work for the federal government in just one year. And FBI agents raided former US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago-estate in Palm Beach, Florida. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The shift towards renewable energy comes with its own challenges - like figuring out what to do with solar panels that have reached their use-by date.Sean Aylmer talks to Rob Gell AM from the Solar Recovery Corporation about the opportunity here 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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 9 August 2022 The Big Australian, BHP, has made an $8.3 billion offer for Oz Minerals. Also today: Foreign Minister Penny Wong calls for calm over Taiwan. Qantas execs are told to start loading baggage. And TikTok Australia has reported a 220 per cent jump in revenue. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lately airline has been grappling with a major PR crisis - delayed and cancelled flights, lost baggage, and hours spent on the phone waiting for customer service. All this after the worst couple of years ever for the airline because of the pandemic.Travel writer Ben Groundwater talks to Sean Aylmer about whether Qantas can recover again.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 8 August 2022 Geopolitics becomes less stable than at any time in recent decades. Also today: Tensions in Asia, the middle east and Europe escalate. The federal government pushes for wage rises for aged care nurses. And a rough weekend for the local housing market. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curious about bonds? Here's a terrific guide to the asset class, compared with equities and real assets like property and infrastructure.Sean Aylmer speaks to Tim Murphy, Director of Manager Research Asia Pacific at Morningstar. This is general information only, and you should seek professional advice before making any 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.

Has Adam gone too far with his spreadsheets, scaring off Fear and Greed's newest team member already? And how do you have a successful argument at work? The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - tackle the big issues in the world of business, work and the office. New episode out every Thursday!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6-7 August 2022 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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 5 August 2022 Australia’s trade surplus hits a record high with lithium the new gold. Also today: Space debris from Elon Musk’s SpaceX lands in the Snowy Mountains. The jobs most likely to be automated And why women are reporting more foot injuries. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s always fascinating watching a new Government finding its feet in Canberra. Navigating Question Time, introducing its legislative agenda, figuring out where the sticking points will be, and who will be the troublemakers in a new Parliament. Nine Network Political Editor Chris Uhlmann talks to Sean Aylmer about the Albanese Government's first couple of weeks in Canberra.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 4 August 2022 The federal government is set to pass ground-breaking climate legislation that will cut carbon emissions over the next decade. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces a review of Australia’s defence capabilities just as regional tensions hit boiling point The $350m deal that reveals mining’s high-tech future And why men’s underwear and women’s hemlines are good economic indicators Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest rates have now risen four months in a row, and investors are adjusting their thinking to a rising rate environment.Donahue D'Souza, Head of Investments at HSBC, talks to Sean about what investors need to consider.This information is general in nature, and you should seek professional advice before making any 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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 3 August 2022 The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates and there are more hikes to come. Also today: Dissent within the Greens over whether to support Labour’s climate change legislation China loosens its economic growth target And a federal court judge lashes businessman Clive Palmer, and WA Premier Mark McGowan, for wasting the court’s time and taxpayer money Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The board of the Reserve Bank yesterday increased the official cash rate by another 50 basis points. But the announcement came with some interesting language from RBA Governor Philip Lowe about the balancing act required to get inflation under control without harming the economy.Gareth Aird, Head of Australian Economics at Commonwealth Bank, tells Sean why he believes we can avoid a recession.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 2 August 2022 House prices tumble and it’s going to get worse. Also today: Gas producers told to boost supply to help households 15 per cent of white-collar workers may never go back to the office China’s property crisis deepens Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of ways to start investing without a large lump sum - but this one’s pretty nifty. RAIZ Invest is an ASX-listed company with an investment platform that lets you round up the cost of everyday purchases, and invest the spare change. Sean Aylmer talks to Brendan Malone, co-founder and CEO of RAIZ Invest. This is general information only and you should get professional advice before making an investment decision.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 1 August 2022 Share markets rally, but no-one’s sure that the worst is over. Also today: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils the referendum question on giving indigenous Australians a voice. Two more unusual business consequences of COVID And we’ll tell you which four global companies made $US50 billion in just three months. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earning seasons in the US is always an exciting time for investors, with some of the biggest companies in the world reporting their results, and often a few surprises. Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, talks to Sean Aylmer about Apple, Tesla, Amazon and more. This is general information only and you should get professional advice before making an investment decisionFind 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 and Michael give Adam some raw feedback on his attempt at a seven-minute huddle, replacing an hour-long ops meeting. Plus - is it passive aggressive to use exclamation marks in a work email? The Fear and Greed team - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang - tackle the big issues in the world of business. If you enjoy Safeword, you can get it in its own feed every Thursday - three days early! Get it free here: APPLE: https://apple.co/3vbFNvWSPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3rmHyFlFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.