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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 31st March 2023 Some of the country’s most popular stocks including Telstra and Qantas, hit new records. Also today: Job vacancies fall ahead of next week’s big interest rate meeting Unions to push for record 7% increase in award wages And streaming giant Netflix is setting itself up to be a major gaming company Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the traps to avoid when refinancing your home loan. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2021 iconic Australian company became the first non-healthcare company to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for staff. Now, 18 months on, SPC CEO Robert Giles tells Sean Aylmer why he has no regrets about the decision, and how the company has handled labour shortage and soaring energy costs. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 30th March 2023 The Reserve Bank is under pressure to end its interest rate hiking cycle, after inflation last month was lower than expected. Also today: A major court ruling means all employers now must ask staff to work public holidays, rather than just rostering them on The Senate passes the $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, which the government says will ensure the future of technology and manufacturing in Australia And from the world of the rich and famous – the court battle between actress Gwyneth Paltrow and a doctor about who ran into who on the ski slopes. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the traps to avoid when refinancing your home loan. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just two years ago, the outlook for the tourism industry was pretty grim. Now, it's a different story. David Anderson, co-founder and CEO of Big Red Group, the parent company of brands like RedBalloon and Adrenaline, talks to Sean Aylmer about the sector's recovery and the rise of 'experiences' within the industry. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 29th March 2023 Canadian giant Brookfield wins the battle for Origin Energy after the local group’s board accepted an $18.7 billion bid. Also today: Stumbling retail sales show that interest rates are biting Why the Westpac boss is sick of scams And lithium stocks surge after a US company offers a mega-premium for a local company Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the traps to avoid when refinancing your home loan. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global giant Veolia operates across water, waste and energy - so has a unique perspective on efforts across the world to become greener. Richard Kirkman, CEO of Veolia Australia and New Zealand, talks to Sean Aylmer about eco-anxiety and why we should focus on the future rather than the past. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 28th March 2023 The Federal Government wins over the Greens to pass its emissions reduction plan. Also today: NAB warns of creeping mortgage stress among home loan borrowers Latitude says its cyber breach is much bigger than thought, affecting millions of Australians. And Greenland solves the great daylight saving debate Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young people are shunning small businesses, with Australian business owners the oldest in Asia Pacific. Sean Aylmer speaks to Gavan Ord, Senior Manager of Business and Investment Policy for CPA Australia, about the long terms risks of this imbalance, and what needs to be done to get more young people into SMEs. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 27th March 2023 It’s wall-to-wall Labor across mainland Australia with the coalition parties fighting for relevance. Also today: Good news in the housing market Dilmah Tea takes on the supermarket giants And Twitter recasts how it verifies tweets … and it’s going to cost you money Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week we ask the question: is it ever too late to pay attention to your money? Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With so much speculation about house prices, it's worth talking about other assets within the property market. Rupert Blunden, Investment Director at Jameson TTB, talks to Sean Aylmer about investing in pubs, self-storage, childcare and more. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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). Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25-26 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes 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. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 24th March 2023 An emotional Prime Minister Anthony Albanese releases the wording of the Voice referendum. Also today: Two of Australia’s biggest energy users invest to develop greener electricity 50 per cent of remote workers feel they need to overcompensate to show they’re serious about work And coffee shops boom in China, and Starbucks wants to win the battle Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week we ask the question: is it ever too late to pay attention to your money? Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power prices are rising, and pressure continues to build behind the shift towards greener energy. Sean Aylmer speaks to Lisa Chiba, Managing Director of Momentum Energy, about the role of retailers in the transition to greener power, as well as the impact on power bills for businesses and households. Momentum Energy is a supporter of Fear and Greed Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.