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A daily business news podcast hosted by journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson, providing actionable business news and insights. The podcast covers market trends, economic developments, and corporate stories relevant to Australian audiences. It aims to help listeners make informed decisions in their professional and personal lives.
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Goodman raids NextDC; ASX hits two month high; Collins Dictionary word of the year
Friday 6 November 2026 Property leader Goodman Group raids fellow data centre operator NextDC, with a takeover battle likely. Australia’s oldest department store, and possibly retailer, David Jones, falls into receivership NAB warns of a growing risk of recession Tech stocks and miners underpin the best day on the ASX in a couple of months, on the back of the US mid-term election resu
Q+A: NAB boss warns recession risk is rising
Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Irvine, CEO of National Australia Bank, about the economic outlook following NAB's full-year results. They discuss the risk of recession, how far house prices could fall, why some retailers are struggling while others thrive, and where businesses are still investing. Andrew also explains how artificial intelligence is transforming banking and what the US midterm
Afternoon Report | ASX surges
This is the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know right now. Today, Australian shares surge to a two-month high, as technology and mining stocks rally. Michael Thompson looks at three major business stories: a potential takeover battle for NextDC, the collapse of David Jones, and NAB's warning of a growing recession risk. Plus, hear from NAB CEO Andrew Irvine on th
Voters reject Trump policies; DJs set to fall into administration; AI isn’t causing job losses
Thursday 5 November 2026 Donald Trump’s Republican Party loses control of Congress, as voters reject the President’s war in Iran. Department store David Jones set to fall into administration AI isn’t causing job losses … yet Australia approves its first GLP-1 weight-loss pill Uber loses a High Court appeal meaning its contractors will be treated as workers H
Q+A: What an ageing Australia means for your super
Australians are living longer, the population is ageing, and long-term economic growth is expected to slow. It's a combination that raises some big questions about retirement — including whether Australians will have enough money to maintain their standard of living.In the latest episode of Fear & Greed's weekly series with MLC Expand, Sean Aylmer speaks with Liz McCarthy, CEO of MLC Exp
Afternoon Report | Democrats sweep US midterms
This is the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know right now. Today, the Democrats seize control of the US Senate and look set to win the House of Representatives in a devastating result for Donald Trump. Michael Thompson looks at what it means for the President's remaining two years in office, and how financial markets are reacting. Plus, the big four banks pass on the RB
Rate hike and more to come?; Anthropic float hits Australia; one man’s 50,000km walk
Wednesday 4 November 2026 The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates and leaves open the possibility of another hike. The social media ban for under-16 years olds heads to the High Court Retail investors get invited to the Anthropic float The US mid-term election is in full swing Amid all the tough times, a story of resilience about a man who walked 50,000 km from the very south of South America
Q+A: Is fear holding Australian businesses back on AI?
Australian businesses recognise the enormous potential of artificial intelligence, but concerns about security, privacy and accountability are making some reluctant to embrace it. So how do businesses move from saying no to AI to finding a practical, responsible way forward?Sean Aylmer speaks with Stefan Leitl, VP and General Manager, Cisco ANZ, about why AI should be onboarded like a new employee
Afternoon Report | Special edition: RBA hikes rates
This is a special edition of the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report, following the decision by the RBA board to increase the official cash rate to 4.85 per cent - an 18-year high. Economist Stephen Koukoulas joins Michael Thompson to look at the market reaction, what it means for the chance of a recession, and whether rates have now hit their peak. Join our free daily newsletter
Westpac: house prices to fall 11pc; RBA rate hike imminent; election day for Trump
Tuesday 3 November 2026 Westpac predicts house prices will fall 11pc after announcing a $6.8 billion profit. This afternoon, the Reserve Bank is set to lift interest rates for the fifth time this year A large American group wants to buy the owner of Rip Curl and Kathmandu AI triggers a surge in cyber-attacks The US goes to the polls tonight, with tipsters predicting big losses for Donald Trump&rs
Q+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - The power of First Nations entrepreneurship
What does it take to build a successful First Nations business? And how do you balance commercial realities with a commitment to community?In the second episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Jebb Hutchison from TVN On-Country, Victorian First Nations Award Winner, and Jason Elsegood from
Afternoon Report | ASX falls ahead of RBA rate decision
This is the Fear & 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 falls ahead of RBA rate decision Labor support slumps in Newspoll Scotland's $426m Commonwealth Games boost Clive Palmer charge dropped Nine killed in Florida plane crash Join our free daily newsletter here.
House price slump; RBA to lift rates; Aussies shift from veg to fruit (& energy drinks)
Monday 2 November 2026 House prices fall for a seventh month in succession and are now dropping at the fastest pace in at least 40 years. All the major banks now expect a rate hike at tomorrow’s Reserve bank board meeting Aussies are off vegetables, but loving oranges, kiwifruit and grapes Federal finance minister Katy Gallagher says the Cabinet is under pressure to find cost savings The US
Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB
This is a big week for the economy, with the Reserve Bank board widely expected to deliver this year's fifth interest rate increase tomorrow afternoon.Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the RBA's interest rate decision, its updated economic forecasts, the outlook for household spending and why unemployment could climb above f
The $100-a-week experiment
Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.What happens if you change your finances by just $100 a week? Saving it. Investing it. Cutting it. Redirecting it. It doesn’t sound like much — but it adds up quickly. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years -
The Saturday Edition | 31 Oct 2026
The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week.This week: could another interest rate rise tip Australia into recession? Why Anthropic’s IPO could be a make-or-break moment for the AI boom; whether David Jones and Myer are becoming endangered species; and the surprising reason Australians are spending half a billion dollars on
Afternoon Report | Retail strife
This is the Fear & 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 closes up Coles disappoints Recession warning David Jones’ struggles Binance hack Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.c
Retailer pain as rates rise; 5 MPs ejected in Canberra chaos; Alphabet, Microsoft results
Friday 30 October 2026 High interest rates and the cost-of-living crisis hits some of the country’s largest retailers. The corporate regulator undertakes inquiries about the failed Firmus technologies float, focusing on its bankers A chaotic day in parliament results in five MP’s being ejected during Question Time One of the doyens of the New York Stock exchange, General Motors,
Q+A: Why Aussie businesses have $5.5 billion less cash to work with
Australian businesses are taking longer to collect payments from customers, and they're responding by delaying payments to their own suppliers. The result? An additional $5.5 billion tied up in working capital across the companies surveyed in the latest McGrathNicol Working Capital Report.Sean Aylmer speaks with Jason Ireland and Sean Wiles, Partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, about Australia's sha
Afternoon Report | ASX rises 0.5pc as banks rally
This is the Fear & 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 rises 0.5pc as banks rally Challenger takeover talks continue Star in talks with US lender Drone threats over military bases quadruple At least 68 killed in Spanish train disaster Join our free daily newslet
High inflation to trigger rate hike; Woolies wins in supermarket wars; Star’s $260m fine
Thursday 29 October 2026 Hot inflation figures point to a fifth rate rise this year on Tuesday. The federal government under pressure over spending Woolworths looks to be gaining in the supermarket wars, posting a solid jump in sales Star Entertainment hit with a $260m fine, raising questions about its viability The Israeli election result remains on a knife’s edge, with the two Arab
Q+A: The real cost of putting off financial advice
Many Australians know they could benefit from financial advice, but never take the first step. Whether it's the cost, uncertainty about where to start, or the belief that advice is only for wealthy people, there are plenty of barriers. And putting it off could have significant consequences.Sean Aylmer speaks with Jenneke Mills, Head of Technical Services at MLC Expand, about when to seek financial
Afternoon Report | Inflation hits ASX; Parliament bomb threat
This is the Fear & 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. Inflation hits ASX, rate rise looms Bomb threat and swearing in parliament Qantas workers strike Apple's $3,500 folding phone cracks Bolsonaro flees Brazil after election defeat Join our free daily newsletter he
Anthropic $2tr float the ultimate AI test; DJs under pressure; dementia causes 10pc of deaths
Wednesday 28 October 2026 AI giant Anthropic targets wealthy Australian investors after it files its prospectus in what could be the biggest IPO in history. Retailer David Jones under pressure after reportedly failing to meet one of its loan conditions Ten per cent of all deaths in Australia are now due to dementia Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils more changes to capital gains tax rules The c
Q+A: Why some Australian businesses are thriving despite the downturn
Australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. But despite the challenges, some Australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas.Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Auerbach, NAB Group Executive Business & Private Banking, about what's separating
Afternoon Report | ASX rises as miners, tech stocks rally
This is the Fear & 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 rises as miners, tech stocks rally Woodside abandons 25-year gas project Coalition unveils $31 billion in budget cuts Jacinda Ardern joins Sydney University Trump offers $1 million voter fraud reward Join ou
Haines tributes as pollies return; crunch time for super; Halloween spending
Tuesday 27 October 2026 Federal parliament returns with tributes to MP Helen Haines, and the opposition saying it will oppose the government’s free trade deal with Europe. A bidding war erupts for housing group Ingenia Communities It’s crunch time for Australia’s $4.8 trillion super system Even the cost-of-living crisis can’t stop spending for Halloween A surprise, a
Q+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - The business of making a difference
What does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? And how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running?In the first episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Lindsay Marchment from The Man Cave, Victorian Change Award W
Afternoon Report | ASX edges higher
This is the Fear & 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 edges higher ahead of inflation figures BlueScope upgrades profit forecast Jetstar faces refunds class action Israel says Australia relationship damaged Musk raises $40 billion for AI chips Join our free dai
Markets nervous as oil surges; Aussies shift to the regions; foldable iPhone lands in Australia
Monday 26 October 2026 Financial markets remain on tenterhooks as oil prices surge ahead of inflation figures this week. Australians are shifting from big cities to regional areas in near record numbers Apple’s new foldable iPhone is launched, with mixed reviews The owner of Thredbo ski village and Event Cinemas hopes upcoming blockbusters can make up for the lack of snow last winter
Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB
Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the September CPI figures, why inflation expectations matter, what the unemployment rate tells us about the strength of the labour market, and whether the RBA will raise rates on Melbourne Cup Day.The Week Ahead with NAB is brought to you by National Australia Bank.Find out more: https://fea
How to check your offset account is working
Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.Millions of dollars in compensation has been paid out to individuals whose offset accounts weren't properly linked or managed. So how do you check if yours is working? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear &a
The Saturday Edition | 24 Oct 2026
The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week.This week: whether the AI boom is getting ahead of itself; why takeover activity is suddenly heating up in Australia; whether another interest rate rise is inevitable; a crackdown on noisy passengers; and two very different medical breakthroughs involving ageing brains and baldness.Sean
Afternoon Report | Banks end on a high
This is the Fear & 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. Miners dive, banks jump Snowy blow-out Competition boost for banks Nats shake-up Typhoon hits Taiwan Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for
AI discovers huge internet flaw; rates hit builders, retailers; basketball meets Wall Street
Friday 23 October 2026 AI discovers one of the biggest failings in internet security ever, triggering the shut-down of websites globally. The Aussie superannuation system rates as one of the best in the world Higher interest rates hit home builders and retailers, sending share prices south Fortescue Metals takes the battle to Chinese iron ore buyers, with implications for the national budge
Q+A: AI is creating a whole new cybersecurity problem
The rise of artificial intelligence is creating new cybersecurity risks for businesses. AI agents can access information, interact with systems and carry out tasks on our behalf. But what happens when they access something they shouldn't? And how can businesses protect themselves when threats are moving at machine speed?Sean Aylmer speaks with Nam Lam, Group Vice President for Australia and New Ze
Afternoon Report | ASX falls as retailers tumble
This is the Fear & 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 falls as retailers tumble Helen Haines loses both legs after attack Roberts-Smith reveals $30m legal bill Northern Star open to improved takeover offer Meta hit with $US25 billion penalty Join our free daily newslet
RBA hints at rate hike; NextDC’s $2b crash in data centre fight; SpaceX + Tesla
Thursday 22 October 2026 The Reserve Bank hints at another rate hike on Melbourne Cup Day. Shares in Australia’s biggest pure data centre play, NextDC, crash after community opposition halts a new development in Victoria Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urges federal MPs to take greater care over their safety Another private credit player freezes redemptions Elon Musk floats the idea o
Q+A: The next big challenge for Australia's super system
Australia's superannuation system has become very good at helping people save for retirement. But turning those savings into an income that lasts for decades is a different challenge. Now a new generation of retirement products is promising greater certainty, flexibility and potentially more income.Sean Aylmer speaks with Ashton Jones, Director of Retirement Innovation at MLC, about the changing r
Afternoon Report | RBA warning rattles markets
This is the Fear & 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. RBA warning rattles markets Fortescue sacks senior executive Qatar Airways signs up for Western Sydney Victorian Premier forgets to pay for petrol Israel plans new strikes on Iran Join our free daily newsletter here.Fin
NAB slashes jobs; politicians call for calm after attack; cyber hacks target work meetings
Wednesday 21 October 2026 NAB to cut 2,500 jobs as the big banks search for profits Independent MP Helen Haines loses a leg following an attack, as politicians from all sides call for calm BHP doubles down on copper Cybercriminals find new ways to infiltrate workspaces Donald Trump fights for the MAGA heartland, with two weeks until the US mid-term elections Hit follow on the podcas
Q+A: Why the music industry is fighting AI giants
Australia is at the centre of a growing battle over artificial intelligence and copyright. AI companies want greater freedom to train their models using creative works, but the music industry argues that existing copyright laws are working – and that changing them could undermine artists' livelihoods.Michael Thompson speaks with Chris Maund, co-CEO of Mushroom Music, about why the industry i
Afternoon Report | ASX slips as BHP weighs on miners
This is the Fear & 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 slips as BHP weighs on miners Helen Haines loses leg after alleged attack ASIC makes inquiries into Firmus float collapse France imposes curfews as unrest spreads Elon Musk promises SpaceX shares to every American chil
Mega-mergers stoke ASX; Federal MP attacked; Putin-Xi-Trump summit
Tuesday 20 October 2026 Two mega mergers stoke the ASX. Federal MP Helen Haines run down in ‘deliberate attack’ The RBA says a higher $A can help tame inflation Vladimir Putin suggests a summit between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and himself Japan’s ready to send a rocket to Mars, to discover more about the red planet’s moons Hit follow on the podcast so you don
Q+A: Drought, food prices and the next inflation shock
Australia could be facing one of the strongest El Niño events on record, bringing the risk of drought, bushfires and higher food prices. But the economic consequences could extend much further, adding to inflationary pressures at an already difficult time for the economy.Sean Aylmer speaks with Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities at HSBC, about th
Afternoon Report | ASX rises despite global tech rout
This is the Fear & 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 rises despite global tech rout NSW Premier intervenes to save coal jobs Vietjet's Australian ambitions hit turbulence Work-from-home rights begin next week Macron calls for calm after protests Join our free daily news
AI sell-off, White House turmoil; gold takeover battle heats up; YouTube eating Netflix
Monday 19 October 2026 A sell-off in AI stocks, rioting in France and a White House in turmoil set to hit financial markets. The RBA warns that its ability to control inflation shouldn’t be taken for granted Gold Fields ups the ante in its lobbying to buy Northern Star The spring selling season fails to fire YouTube is eating Netflix Hit follow on the podcast so you don&
Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB | 19 Oct 2026
Australia's economy is slowing, unemployment is rising, and yet inflation remains stubbornly high. It's an uncomfortable combination for the Reserve Bank, which is trying to work out whether four interest rate rises have done enough to bring inflation under control.Sean Aylmer speaks with Sally Auld, Chief Economist at NAB, about the week ahead for the economy, as well as last week's jump in unemp
Should you trust AI with your money?
Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.AI can write your emails, plan your holiday, help with dinner and explain almost anything you throw at it. So what about your money? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at where
The Saturday Edition | 17 Oct 2026
This week: is it a good week or a bad week for the Australian economy? A wine bargain for the ages, two spectacular dummy spits, and the unlikely connection between Sean and Michael's early careers.It's the Saturday Edition of Fear & Greed, with Michael Thompson and Sean Aylmer going head-to-head in a battle of the week's best business stories, judged by Adam Lang.Join our free daily newslette
Afternoon Report | ASX up 1pc; Tesla’s flying car
This is the Fear & 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 up 1pc Australian lamb exports under threat Chalmers defends gas tax Sydney Airport strike causes little disruption Tesla's rocket-powered Roadster Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.co
Unemployment rate jumps; home sellers drop asking prices; Apple launches smart display
Friday 16 October 2026 Australia’s unemployment rate hits a five year high, but it might not be enough to prevent another rate hike. The auction market slump is forcing sellers to accept lower prices The federal government launches its flagship online safety legislation ASIC drops its insider trading investigation into WiseTech Global founder Richard White Apple shifts into the smart
Q+A: From university dropout to a $700,000 magic business
What does it take to turn magic into a serious business? For Scott Zhou, it meant dropping out of a commerce/law degree, building a team of professional magicians, and finding a way to sell something people really need to experience to understand.Sean Aylmer speaks with Scott, CEO of The Black Ties, about building a business generating roughly $700,000 a year, why marketing matters as much as the
Afternoon Report | ASX recovers as unemployment rises
This is the Fear & 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 recovers as unemployment rises Corporate news Greens senator takes leave over allegations Cue Clothing to close stores White House press secretary's credentials questioned Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more:
CBA warns on the economy; Guzman chair sells stake; world’s oldest shipwreck found
Thursday 15 October 2026 Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn warns about the economic outlook for the rest of the year. ASIC puts the heat on auditors over how they value private credit assets. The federal court overturns a ban on a gold mine in central NSW The chair of Guzman Y Gomez sells down his stake The world’s oldest shipwreck found off the coast of Turkey in just 30 metres
Q+A: Is this the answer to Australia's financial advice shortage?
Australia has a shortage of financial advisers, just as more people need help planning for retirement and managing their wealth. Could artificial intelligence help close the gap - without replacing the human adviser?Sean Aylmer speaks with Liz McCarthy, CEO of MLC Expand, about how AI is transforming financial advice, the extraordinary productivity gains already being achieved, and what the relati
Afternoon Report | ASX falls as banks sold off
This is the Fear & 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 falls as banks sold off Gold Fields considers sweetening takeover offer AirTrunk delays $4.4 billion float Pope Leo undergoes lung cancer surgery Hackers target supermarket fridges Join our free daily newsletter here.Find
IMF warns on inflation, employment; egg wars; bed bugs ground Qantas flight
Wednesday 14 October 2026 The IMF warns Australia is on track to be one of the worst performing inflation and employment economies. The ACCC claims major egg producers have been involved in anti-competitive behaviour The corporate regulator tells mortgage brokers to pick up their acts Qantas cancels a flight because of bed bugs The Nobel laureate for economics goes to two professors who hel
Q+A: The cost of waiting to embrace AI
Australian small businesses are embracing artificial intelligence, and according to Microsoft, they're ahead of many other countries. But as AI becomes more powerful, what happens to businesses that are slow to adopt it?Sean Aylmer speaks with Ralph Haupter, Microsoft's Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer for Small and Medium Enterprises and Channel, about Australia's AI adoption, w
Afternoon Report | ASX flat as tech and lithium stocks tumble
This is the Fear & 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 flat as tech and lithium stocks tumble Domino's loses another boss Record $21 billion pours into ETFs Louis Vuitton sales slump in China Mars rover breaks driving record Join our free daily newsletter here.F
Wall St v mid-term elections; SpaceX mobile plans; domestic airfares to rise
Tuesday 13 October 2026 Wall Street celebrates the fourth anniversary of the current boom, driven by the AI giants. But will the US mid-term elections bring an end to festivities? SpaceX close to gaining the capacity to take on mobile phone companies like Telstra Former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg ruffles a few Liberal feathers Virgin and Qantas to increase airfares Wine theft takes h
Q+A: Can AI really make you a better investor?
Artificial intelligence can solve complex problems and identify patterns that humans might miss. But can it actually predict which investments will outperform?Sean Aylmer speaks with Slava Platkov, Senior Investment Director at Dimensional, about new research testing machine learning models across global markets. They discuss why predicting returns is so difficult, why successful forecasts don't n
Afternoon Report | ASX climbs 0.8pc
This is the Fear & 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 gains for second day Firmus founder hits back after failed float PM defends small business record Airport bus links face delays McKinsey removes senior partner from leadership Join our free daily newsletter
Failed Firmus float to rock ASX; EV makers cut prices; have rents stopped rising?
Monday 12 October 2026 The ASX, brokers and the tech sector brace for the fall-out from the failed Firmus float. Renewed fighting in the middle east and higher oil prices are set to hit global markets as investors buy gold Major EV manufacturers cut prices for vehicles in Australia Household rents might have hit a ceiling Donald Trump’s extraordinary 36 hours of criticism Hit follow
Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB
NAB Senior Economist Taylor Nugent joins Sean Aylmer to discuss what tomorrow's RBA minutes might reveal, why the central bank is sticking with its 2–3 per cent inflation target, and why this week's unemployment figures could be crucial ahead of the November interest rate decision.The Week Ahead with NAB is brought to you by National Australia BankFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/S
Is your home your best investment?
Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.There's been a major change to the way investments will be taxed in Australia. But there's one very important asset that retains a significant tax advantage - your family home. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and&nbs
The Saturday Edition | 10 Oct 2026
Is it a good week or a bad week for AI? And what should Australians really be worried about?Michael and Sean go head-to-head over the AI boom, consumer confidence and two potentially landmark court cases involving fossil fuel companies. Plus, the worst things you can do in a job interview.Adam Lang returns to judge the arguments, while ChatGPT gets a new role as the Saturday Edition's court of app
Afternoon Report | Firmus failure
This is the Fear & 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’s mixed week Firmus float pulled ATO delays CC ban AI report card Broadcast execution Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for priv
Firmus IPO on verge of collapse; airlines ramp up business class; work-from-the-cricket
Friday 9 October 2026 Australia’s biggest IPO since Telstra is on the verge of collapse, after big super funds and North American investors shunned the Firmus Technologies IPO The federal government hints at a light touch regulation for AI Pure electric vehicles now account for 25pc of the market as petrol sales tumble Airlines ramp up business class offerings, reducing economy seating Cric
Q+A: How better messaging can save businesses time and money
Text messaging has traditionally been a marketing tool for businesses. But it's increasingly becoming a way to manage appointments, deliveries, customer service and even sales — with the potential to save businesses time and money.Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrea Topping, Vice President, Product Applications at Sinch, about the shift towards two-way customer conversations, the importance of tr
Afternoon Report | ASX falls as bond yields jump
This is the Fear & 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 falls 0.8pc as bond yields rise Government pressures ATO over credit card ban Older workers win work-from-home ruling Talkback radio loses listeners Samsung profit surges on AI chip boom Join our free
High Court hits fossil fuels; ASIC sues financial advisor; Australia’s Roo-ver lunar module
Thursday 8 October 2026 A ruling from the High Court raises the bar for new fossil fuel mines. ASIC sues an adviser for allegedly taking kickbacks and fuelling client money into the failed First Guardian investment fund The ATO won’t accept credit card payments even if it means pushing a taxpayer into default Australia is going to the moon via its first lunar rover, called Roo-ver Glo
Q+A: The cyber risk hiding in every business
Cyber attacks can cost a business far more than lost data. They can disrupt operations, damage client relationships and consume enormous amounts of time — and for accountants and financial advisers handling sensitive information, the stakes are particularly high.Recorded at Class Ignite 2026, Sean Aylmer speaks with Lydia Pearson, Head of Growth Solutions at MyProsperity; Nathan Steiner, Sen
Afternoon Report | ASX slips despite Wall St record
This is the Fear & 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 slips despite Wall St record October 7 attacks remembered US boosts submarine production Telco complaints fall despite triple-0 failures Paramount completes $162b Warner Bros takeover Join our free daily new
Sentiment at 50-year lows; OpenAI apologises with a warning; Aussie $ holiday winners
Wednesday 7 October 2026 Consumer sentiment hits 50-year lows, creating the potential for a dive in household spending. The Coalition unveils its immigration policy, with a big drop in migrant numbers OpenAI apologises for its agents accessing official websites, but says companies and governments need better defences The best places to take a holiday, at least if you want to take advantage
Q+A: Australia has a governance gap. Why is it getting worse?
Australians expect organisations to behave with integrity and accountability. But the new 2026 Australian Governance Index reveals a substantial gap between those expectations and what people believe they're actually seeing, with 43 per cent of Australians saying organisational behaviour has become worse in recent years.Sean Aylmer speaks with Katrina Horrobin, CEO of the Governance Institute of A
Afternoon Report | ASX rises 0.6pc
This is the Fear & 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 rises 0.6pc Firmus IPO selling restrictions Macquarie backs directors after KPMG probe Trump orders Fort Hood gunman executed Jeffrey Archer dies at 86 Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: http
ASX readies for mega float; tax cheat dob-ins soar; when do people die in Australia?
Tuesday 6 October 2026 The ASX readies for the biggest float since Telstra, with Firmus set to give local investors direct access to the AI boom. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese lands in Fiji for high-level climate talks Australians are dobbing in tax cheats at a rate of 1,000 a week The cost-of-living crisis causes near retirees to extend their working lives The latest data on deaths revea
Q+A: Why big investors are taking Bitcoin seriously
Crypto has rallied strongly, but regulatory uncertainty remains after the US Senate failed to pass the CLARITY Act. So where does Bitcoin fit in portfolios now - and how are the big institutional investors thinking about it?Sean Aylmer speaks with John D’Agostino, Head of Institutional Strategy at Coinbase, about regulation, Bitcoin’s role in portfolio construction, and why he believes
Afternoon Report | ASX closes flat after early surge
This is the Fear & 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 flat after early surge CSL signs $510m drug development deal AFL wins grand final ratings battle Andrew challenges Epstein arrest Flydubai co-pilot allegedly planned 9/11-style attack Join our free daily new
