FEAR & GREED | Business News
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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Afternoon Report | Results flurry hits ASX
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. Results flurry hits ASX Treasury Wine’s $1.1b loss Transurban doubles profit despite weak traffic Teen Socceroo signs record deal Karoline Leavitt to leave White House Join our free daily newsletter h
CBA $11b profit, mortgage warning; SME closures surge; heatwaves spur air-con clothing
Thursday 13 August 2026 The Commonwealth Bank announces an $11 billion profit but warns that the economy, and housing market, are slowing. The number of SME exits surges, as the economic going gets tough The federal coalition provides more details of its immigration policy Insurer Suncorp says it had to pay out on 32 separate weather events over the past year Asia is going crazy for air-con
Q+A: Why CBA thinks this will be a difficult year for households
Commonwealth Bank has delivered a record full-year profit of $10.98 billion, but Australia’s biggest bank is also seeing clear signs of a slowing economy. Mortgage applications have fallen, household pressures are building and CBA expects housing credit growth to weaken.Sean Aylmer speaks with Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn about what the bank is seeing inside the Australian economy, the i
Afternoon Report | ASX down 0.5pc
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 down 0.5pc; CBA result AGL warns on earnings Tomago smelter set for bailout Premier Investments cuts guidance Trump confirms secret plane swap Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://
RBA: house prices to fall; govt complains to US over tariffs; how we spend our time
Wednesday 12 August 2026 The Reserve Bank keeps interest rates on hold and warns house prices have further to fall. Australia complains to the US about new tariffs The government buys bird flu vaccinations Work sneakers are out, dress shoes are back in How Australians spend their time, and streaming is a big part of it Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest new
Q+A: RBA holds, but this economist says another hike is still coming
The Reserve Bank has left interest rates unchanged at 4.35 per cent, but the message from Governor Michele Bullock was hardly reassuring for borrowers. Despite softer inflation and a cooling housing market, the RBA is still warning that rates could need to rise again.Sean Aylmer speaks with AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina about why the decision was a “hawkish hold”, what could
Afternoon Report | ASX edges higher after RBA holds
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 after RBA holds Bendigo fined after bank hack SGH slides 10pc despite profit jump Colombia earthquake kills at least 132 Trump smuggled out of Turkey in security ruse Join our free daily ne
Mortgage slump hits banks; Ozempic for PBS; climate change opens new shipping routes
Tuesday 11 August 2026 Westpac warns of a slump in home loan applications on the back of tax changes, sending bank share prices and the ASX lower. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor try to negotiate a deal on gambling advertising Treasury Wine Estates writes down its US business, again Weight loss drug Ozempic set to join the pharmaceutical benefits scheme Ho
Q+A: Why a weaker housing market hasn’t hurt REA
REA Group has delivered full-year revenue of $1.8 billion, up 11 per cent, with listing volumes holding up despite higher interest rates and a cooling housing market. But the company is now seeing very different conditions around the country.Sean Aylmer speaks with REA Group CEO Cameron McIntyre about why the business has remained resilient, what REA’s data is showing about buyers and seller
Afternoon Report | ASX dragged down by banks
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 dragged down by banks Calls for PM to apologise to Japan leader Jim Chalmers digs in over miner Kyle Sandilands’ shaky digital debut Netanyahu rejects Hamas peace plan Join our free daily newsletter he
Rates, earnings, fed parliament; auction rates jump but prices fall; ASX’s 1300pc winner
Monday 10 August 2026 Federal parliament is back, the Reserve Bank will deliberate on whether to hike interest rates again, and banks, telcos and retailers report earnings in one of the busiest corporate weeks of the year. Auction clearance rates jump, but prices keep falling The ASX’s top performing stock over the past 12 months gets a massive boost from the Trump Administration 25,0
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 10 Aug 2026
The Reserve Bank looks likely to leave interest rates on hold this week. But what actually happens behind closed doors when that decision is made?Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas, looking at why he expects the RBA to stay on hold, how the nine-member Monetary Policy Board reaches its decision, and just how close those votes can be.They also preview the NAB Business Su
Q+A: How to spot a good CEO in five minutes
Michael Thompson turns the tables on experienced business journalist Sean Aylmer to find out what he looks for during reporting season.From the numbers that really matter to spotting CEO spin, Sean reveals what makes a good CEO interview - and why the best answers are often the ones that aren't rehearsed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
The Saturday Edition | 8 Aug 2026
The Saturday Edition is back with all-new stories, fierce debate and plenty of laughs. This week: what the future holds for AI and electric cars, the greatest marketing campaigns of all time, and the spectacular danger of sending a text to the wrong person. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.
Afternoon Report | Markets, outsourcing and profits
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 finishes flat Coles outsourcing deal Atlassian boom profit Nick Scali sales rise Meta fine Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for priva
BHP, CBA, Qantas industrial fights; ASX new high; AI forecast to add $100b to economy
Friday 7 August 2026 BHP, Commonwealth Bank and Qantas are embroiled in industrial disputes as union power increases. The local share market hits another new high AI predicted to add $100 billion to the economy in ten year’s time Pauline Hanson explains the types of immigrants she wants to come to Australia Electric vehicle sales continue to climb Hit follow on the podcast so you do
Q+A: Can AI finally become a true personal assistant?
Can AI finally become a true personal assistant?Sean Aylmer speaks with Blake Nussey, Senior Technical Product Manager for Alexa International at Amazon, about the next generation of AI assistants, including how generative AI is changing the way people interact with technology.They discuss how AI assistants are becoming more personalised, how Amazon is tackling accuracy and privacy, and why t
Afternoon Report | ASX closes at record high again
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 at record high again Earnings wrap: AMP, REA, Beach Energy ABC apologises to Gina Rinehart UK: OpenAI, Anthropic attempted hack Trump’s helicopter near miss Join our free daily newsletter here.F
ASX hits new record; immigration overhaul; best and worst of ETFs; Spider-Man box office boom
Thursday 6 August 2026 The local share market hits a new record with miners and tech stocks the stars of the show. Federal Labor delays an overhaul in its immigration policy Is Jetstar’s new policy to charge for overhead luggage a bad idea? The best and the worst of ETFs in the last financial year Spider-Man: Brand New Day sets a box office record for its opening weekend
Q+A: The companies to watch this earnings season
Reporting season is underway, and investors could be in for another bumpy ride.Sean Aylmer speaks with Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden, about why this reporting season could be another volatile one, the retail sectors he expects to outperform, why he's bullish on JB Hi-Fi and Wesfarmers, and why he's much more cautious on Domino's.This is general information only. Seek professio
Afternoon Report | ASX hits record; rocket hits moon
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 hits record Profit results: Light & Wonder, Argo No corruption findings in Vic govt inquiry TikTok, Alibaba consider local data centres Rocket to hit moon Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out mor
Qantas to offshore work; house prices to fall 10pc; European rivers dry up
Wednesday 5 August 2026 Qantas joins the growing number of companies offshoring work as it embraces AI. Household spending picks up, keeping an interest rate hike on the table National Australia Bank forecasts house prices to drop ten per cent A surge in tech stocks on Wall Street helps the local market get to within one per cent of an all-time high Some of Europe’s biggest rivers sta
Q+A: Is Australia getting immigration all wrong?
Migration has become one of Australia's biggest political issues. But behind the headlines lies a much more complicated story.Sean Aylmer speaks with Melinda Cilento, CEO of the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA), about how migration has changed since the pandemic. They discuss why skilled migration remains critical to the economy, whether migrants are really driving the housin
Afternoon Report | ASX surges 1.4pc
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 surges 1.4pc NDIS delays costing $11.5m a day BHP fails to stop strike Canva cuts revenue expectations Diamond industry shaken up Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.a
Drugs, escorts and gambling; EVs and hybrids hit 50pc; being poor can damage your brain
Tuesday 4 August 2026 Gaming companies including Tabcorp and Sportsbet accused of offering drugs and escorts to gamblers. The sale of electric and hybrid vehicles reaches just under 50 per cent A private equity consortium set to buy insurance broker Steadfast in a $7 billion deal Australia’s two biggest fleet management companies to merge A new study says being poor can do long-term damage
Q+A: Crypto enters the financial mainstream
Crypto has come a long way from its early days. Regulation is tightening, institutions are becoming more involved, and the technology behind digital assets is increasingly finding real-world applications.In the first of a new monthly series, Sean Aylmer speaks with John O'Loghlen, Managing Director APAC at Coinbase, about how Australia's crypto industry has matured. They discuss why regulation is
Afternoon Report | ASX jumps as oil slides
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 0.5pc One Nation ahead in polls Bird flu mass deaths Transurban caps weekly tolls Oil falls after Trump cancels strikes Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See o
Dividends to dominate earnings; house price slump; Mag 7 tech stocks find friends
Monday 3 August 2026 Earnings season kicks off with dividends set to dominate as a result of CGT changes. The housing downturn in Sydney and Melbourne has spread to the rest of the country Investors warm again, for now, to the Magnificent 7 tech stocks on Wall Street Telstra switches on satellite access to users in the bush Local wine exports fall to their lowest level in more than 20 years &nbs
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 3 August 2026
This week: Is a rate hike now off the cards after last week's inflation figures? Household spending data International trade, and why it's the sleeper story of the economy Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what to expect.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat
Q+A: Is cash making a comeback?
Uber now accepts cash. ATM withdrawals are rising. So is Australia's cashless future on hold? Michael and Sean unpack the surprising resurgence of cash, who's using it, and whether physical money is here to stay.Got a topic you'd like to see explored one Sunday? Get in touch here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Saturday Edition | 1 August 2026
The Saturday Edition has had an overhaul! All-new stories, more debate, and a whole lot of fun.This week: the tech stock rollercoaster, FIFA's billion-dollar ambitions, and the surprising auction of Colonel Sanders' home and secret recipe. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed
Afternoon Report | Microsoft’s best day in 18 years
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 2.3pc in July Microsoft: best day in 18 years Corporate wrap: Fortescue, Web Travel, Origin Energy Vic teachers prepare to strike again Trump secures Hamas deal Join our free daily newsletter here.Find ou
Market frenzy over inflation; Labor MP assault charges; AI means higher and lower airfares
Friday 31 July 2026 Financial markets go into a frenzy over concerns about the US Federal Reserve’s inflation fighting capabilities, and a bad result from Meta. A federal Labor MP is charged with two counts of assault How AI is making air fares both more expensive and cheaper FIFA offers Football Australia $29m to agree to sell part of the world game Why influencers with small followings ar
Q+A: Is it time to get rid of stamp duty?
Stamp duty is one of the biggest additional costs homebuyers face - and many economists argue it's also one of Australia's most inefficient taxes. If we got rid of it, it may encourage people to buy and sell more easily, freeing up family homes and reducing pressure in the market. But if governments abolished it, how would they replace the billions of dollars it raises each year?Sean Aylmer speaks
Afternoon Report | Trump says Iran “going to get a beating”
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 0.8pc Trump says Iran “going to get a beating” Ampol triples June half profit Domino’s Pizza surges Bird flu reaches Victoria Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https:
Low inflation to end rate hikes?; Qantas record flight; ASIC warning on offset accounts
Thursday 30 July 2026 Softer than expected inflation figures raise hopes of an end to the rate hiking cycle. The local sharemarket surges one per cent and is now not far off its all-time high Qantas’s new Project Sunrise plane sets a record for a non-stop flight The corporate watchdog tells customers to check their offset accounts to make sure they are getting what banks promise Rio T
Q+A: Has the Reserve Bank won the battle against inflation?
The June quarter inflation figures came in below expectations, easing pressure on the Reserve Bank ahead of its next meeting. But the fight against inflation is far from over.Sean Aylmer speaks with Warren Hogan, Managing Director of EQ Economics and Economic Advisor at Judo Bank, about why the latest inflation data was better than feared, why business cost pressures remain intense, what could rei
Afternoon Report | ASX surges on softer inflation numbers
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 surges on softer inflation numbers Corporate wrap: Mineral Resources, Perpetual, Woodside Bird flu found in local birds OpenAI rogue incident expands At least 13 killed in Japan quake Join our free daily new
RBA: rates could rise; judge hammers Gerry Harvey; Apple overtakes Nvidia
Wednesday 29 July 2026 Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock warns that interest rates could rise if inflation isn’t quickly brought under control. A Federal Court judge hammers Gerry Harvey for his disregard of consumers Apple replaces Nvidia as the world’s biggest company Origin Energy confirms the personal information of 900,000 customers was stolen in last week’s hack
Q+A: Is the sharemarket about to get a reality check?
Markets are facing a long list of challenges, from stubborn inflation and the prospect of another interest rate hike, to geopolitical tensions and a reporting season that could trigger big share price moves.Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Shane Oliver, Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, about where the ASX sits heading into earnings season, why investors should expect more volatili
Afternoon Report | ASX at 6 week high as oil retreats
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 at 6 week high as oil retreats ACTU leaders quit Corporate wrap: DroneShield, Web Travel, Viva Energy Angus Taylor embroiled in ICAC claims Gina Rinehart increases SpaceX stake Join our free daily newsletter
ASX surges but fears remain; Myer downgrades on sales drop; “bleisure” Is back
Tuesday 28 July 2026 The local share market surges after a lull in fighting in the Middle East, but uncertainty remains the dominant driver of markets. Myer warns that the cost-of-living crisis has hit sales Bleisure travel – business and leisure – is back with Gen Zers taking full advantage Fortescue Metals boss Andrew Forrest’s strong warnings on iron ore prices and AI T
Q+A: Big Tech's AI spending is about to be tested
The world's biggest technology companies are spending hundreds of billions of dollars on artificial intelligence. Investors have happily backed the AI boom so far, but at some point they'll want to see a return.Michael Thompson speaks with Josh Gilbert, Lead Market Analyst for APAC at eToro, about what last week's results from Alphabet and Tesla revealed, what to expect from Microsoft, Meta, Amazo
Afternoon Report | ASX surges 1.4pc, best day in 6 weeks
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 surges 1.4pc, best day in 6 weeks AusAlert test a ‘success’ Pauline Hanson loses discrimination appeal Sacked Qantas workers’ payments delayed Europe wildfires Join our free daily newslette
Oil, inflation to rock markets; Albo bids for AI model; ETF issuance surges
Monday 27 July 2026 Investors could be in for a rocky week on the back of rising oil prices and critical inflation numbers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government is talking to Anthropic about getting access to its super-powerful AI model ETF issuance is set to surge The US levies tariffs on 60 countries Chinese mathematicians solve two separate century old maths puzzles, and i
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 27 July 2026
This week: CPI figures for the June quarter (and the monthly report for June) - will it put more pressure on the RBA to hike rates? Building approvals House prices Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what to expect.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Q+A: Why the economy's not as bad as you think
There's a lot of negativity and bad news out there. Today, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson explain why the economy really isn't as bad as you might think.Got a topic you'd like to see explored one Sunday? Get in touch here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Saturday Edition | 25 July 2026
The Saturday Edition has had a shake-up! New categories and new stories - but still a ferocious battle. This week, great solved mysteries, two stories that affect your money, and two that would make for an uncomfortable call with your boss.Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: htt
Afternoon Report | Oil price jump hits market
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 lower Trump 12.5pc tariff on Aust goods Coles-EV deal Hacker backs down Oil price surges Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for priva
RBA pressure to lift rates; Albo’s new workers’ court; Tesla sales up, profits down
Friday 24 July 2026 A surprise jump in the number of employed Australians puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates. The ALP promises a new workers’ court for employees Macquarie boss Shemara Wikramanayake says it’s time to step down Tesla sells more cars than ever, but profits fall A Michelin star restaurant gets done for serving ants on sorbet Hit follow
Q+A: Does Australia's mining sector have a PR problem?
Mining is one of Australia's biggest industries, yet it often finds itself on the defensive.Sean Aylmer speaks with Tania Constable, Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Council of Australia, about why mining has an image problem, whether the industry is taxed fairly, the growing importance of critical minerals, and why Australia risks losing investment if it becomes less competitive. They
Afternoon Report | Markets react to jobs shock
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. Markets react to jobs shock Macquarie to review KPMG role Labor conference backs super change Kmart store overhaul US, Saudi nuclear deal Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnys
Origin cyber hack scare; house, unit prices tumble; blockbusters revive cinema
Thursday 23 July 2026 Origin Energy investigates a potential massive cyber breach. Unit prices across the country drop, while house prices in the largest cities fall The Reserve Bank says people are more worried about inflation than interest rates or housing Blockbuster movies are spurring a revival in cinemas Is AI giant Anthropic in talks with the ABC over access to the National Broadcast
Q+A: The housing boom is over. What happens next?
Australia's housing boom appears to be over.Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Nicola Powell, Chief of Research and Economics at Domain, about why house prices are now falling across the combined capital cities, why Sydney and Melbourne are leading the downturn, and why Adelaide continues to buck the trend. They also discuss what's happening in the unit market, when prices could stabilise, and how fa
Afternoon Report | Miners climb; Qantas wins again
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 gain as copper, gold rise Qantas named most punctual - again Aust Islamic State doctor found alive Corporate news: Wesfarmers, Lynas, Dusk Barnaby Joyce apologises over dog Join our free daily newsletter here.
Hanson lauds Trump policy; Emirates sleep hack; Kimi K3 demand overwhelms owner
Wednesday 22 July 2026 One Nation leader Pauline Hanson says she’s willing to work with the Liberal and National Parties and would use the Donald Trump template to rid Australia of illegal immigrants. US casualties in the Middle East war over the past fortnight hits 100 Lithium prices take a dive The owner of the latest boom large language model, Kimi K3, suspends new subscriptions be
Q+A: Is China's latest AI model another DeepSeek moment?
A new AI challenger has emerged from China, and is threatening to upend the whole AI landscape for users and investors. Moonshot AI's latest model, Kimi K3, is being described by some as the next "DeepSeek moment."Sean Aylmer talks to Will Liang, CEO of Amplify AI Group, about Kimi K3, why it's being compared to DeepSeek, and what it means for businesses, investors and the global AI race.Find out
Afternoon Report | Barnaby’s dog & Trump’s tariffs
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 Barnaby Joyce shouts at dog KPMG new CEO Andy Burnham announces first policy Trump hits Canada with 50pc tariffs Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.
Super funds’ sterling year; Albo whacks Hanson; Britain has a new PM
Tuesday 21 July 2026 Super funds post the fourth consecutive year of outsized returns. ASIC secures $830 million in penalties from banks, super trustees and other financial service companies Prime Minister Anthony Albanese gives Pauline Hanson a whack over criticising Australia Britain has a new PM Italian car manufacturer Fiat set to stop exporting to Australia, on the back of hot Chinese
Q+A: Why oil prices are moving faster than the facts
Oil prices have been whipsawed by developments in the Middle East, with markets swinging sharply on every headline. But are investors reacting too quickly?Sean Aylmer speaks with Brian Arcese, Portfolio Manager at Foord Asset Management, about why oil prices may remain higher for longer, why markets are underestimating the time it takes for supply to recover, and what that means for inflation, int
Newspoll, World Cup & surprise quadruplets
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. Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Auctions worse than COVID; Spotify hit with AI music flood; Excel ‘Olympics’
Monday 20 July 2026 The national housing market is now at its weakest in eight years, even worse than COVID. China set to launch a mega AI model, taking on the US market leaders The local IPO market falters Spotify gets hit with a wash of AI generated music An Irishman wins the equivalent of the Excel Olympics Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and jo
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 20 July 2026
This week, it's all about labour force numbers, with a deep dive on jobs: how is employment measured? What is unemployed vs underemployed? What about the participation rate? What does 'hours worked' tell us about a slowing economy?Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for a preview of the jobs data, and an employment explainer.Join our free daily newsletter here.
Q+A: Why are economists split on rates?
The outlook for interest rates is very different, depending on which economist you ask - some are predicting more rate hikes, while others say the next move will be down. So why is there such a major split? Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson explore the cases for both arguments, and what the RBA might do.If you’ve got a question you’d like us to tackle about business, economics, pol
The Saturday Edition | 18 July 2026
Telstra's bruising week, the Iran conflict flares up again, China launches a missile, and the NRL does the biggest media rights deal in Australia's history.Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/liste
Afternoon Report | Telstra, Hanson and Trump
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 lower Telstra fronts up Hanson blasts immigrants, Muslims Port Hedland standstill Trump blames China Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listen
BHP v CBA for #1; streaming services up prices; testosterone screening for US soldiers
Friday 17 July 2026 BHP’s share price falls and Commonwealth Bank closes the gap in the fight to be the biggest company on the ASX. Foxtel and Stan up their prices on the back of sports rights deals The US military to introduce screening for testosterone Wall Street banks hit record profits Pauline Hanson under fire as she relaxes in Sicily with Gina Rinehart Hit follow on the
Q+A: Credit crunch or buying opportunity?
Private credit has become one of Australia's fastest-growing asset classes. But with higher interest rates, a slowing economy and growing pressure in parts of the property market, investors are asking whether the next credit crunch is around the corner.Sean Aylmer speaks with Laurence Hart, CEO of Corval Avenue, about whether Australia's debt markets can withstand a more volatile environment, wher
Afternoon Report | ASX flat as BHP drags
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 BHP drags Scott Morrison: Aust should help in Gulf Telstra execs to front inquiry tomorrow Sam Neill cause of death confirmed US to issue $1 Trump coin Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: h
New data centre rules; sellers dump house auctions; 17m Aussies watch World Cup
Thursday 16 July 2026 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese outlines new rules for large scale data centres in Australia, including power generation and limited water usage. Sellers drop auctions, in favour of private treaties, to offload their homes 17m Australians have watched the World Cup, so far Bitcoin has its strongest rally in three months The bromance between Warren Buffett and Bill Gates is o
Q+A: The $300,000 attack that changed this company's fraud strategy
Online fraud is becoming more sophisticated, and AI is changing both sides of the battle.Sean Aylmer speaks with Joshua Paling, Director of Engineering at Luxury Escapes, about how the travel business is using artificial intelligence to detect fraud in real time.After a sophisticated fraud attack cost the company around $300,000 in just one week, Paling and his team rethought their entire approach
Afternoon Report | BHP pulls ASX 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. BHP pulls ASX higher Keating: bring super and Centrelink together Rudd warns on China, US conflict WA confirms more bird flu US closer to permanent daylight saving Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: h
Business, consumer lull; biggest is not best in CEO pay; SpaceX share price tumbles
Wednesday 15 July 2026 Business and consumer sentiment improves, but not enough to spur the economy. The US continues to strike Iran as experts say President Donald Trump’s 20pc toll for vessels passing the Strait of Hormuz is unworkable SpaceX’s soaring start to life as a listed stock malfunctions, with its share price tumbling The Australian Signals Directorate warns about sta
Q+A: Business confidence is recovering, but don't celebrate yet
Business confidence has recovered from the shock of the Middle East conflict, but Australia's economy is still losing momentum.Sean Aylmer speaks with Taylor Nugent, Senior Economist at National Australia Bank, about the latest NAB Business Survey and why it's one of the Reserve Bank's favourite economic indicators. Nugent explains why business confidence has rebounded, what capacity utilisation s
Afternoon Report | Oil prices surge, ASX flat
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. Oil prices surge, ASX flat Genesis, Vault agree to $12.6b merger Corporate Travel in UK govt talks KIIS continues post-Kyle & Jackie slide US to impose 20pc Hormuz toll Join our free daily newsletter here.Find ou
Defensive stocks win friends; immigration goes digital; Netflix ponders live channels
Tuesday 14 July 2026 Among Australia’s largest companies, it is the less fashionable, defensive stocks proving to be the best performing amid higher interest rates and war. Labor goes to the edges of the law to keep ISIS fighters and brides out The government will (finally) dump the orange immigration cards passengers fill in when arriving in the country Genesis’ $12.6 billion b
Q+A: Why the Magnificent Seven won't stay on top forever
The AI investment story is entering a new phase. After the blockbuster listing of SpaceX, investors are now looking ahead to potential IPOs from companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Kevin Hebner, Managing Director and Global Investment Strategist at TD Epoch, about what the next wave of AI listings means for investors. Kevin explains why the current AI boom could run for
Afternoon Report | Actor Sam Neill dies, aged 78
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 investors weigh up Middle East Actor Sam Neill dies aged 78 One Nation support slips City Chic shares soar 27 killed in Thailand pub fire Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearand
US-Iran ceasefire collapses; housing market bounces; Nvidia struggles to keep up
Monday 13 July 2026 The ceasefire between the US and Iran appears over after a new wave of fighting in the Middle East. The national house market bounces slightly The world’s boom stock, Nvidia, struggles to keep up with its competitors Qantas is the most on-time airline in the world Food and delivery drivers wages are set to jump by 25 per cent Hit follow on the podcast so yo
Q+A: The Week Ahead | 13 July 2026
This week: NAB business survey Westpac-Melbourne Institute consumer sentiment survey Forecasts of slower economic growth Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what to expect.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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