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BONUS: Sunday feature with Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka
February 24, 2024 18:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBGuest: Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka Original air date: November 30, 2021 Original show notes: The pandemic hit many companies but one of the biggest and first to fall was Virgin Australia, which went under in April 2020. It then became the first airline in Australian history to exit voluntary administration. Jane Hrdlicka was tasked with the rebuild, taking over as CEO in November last year. One year on, the incredibly impressive businesswoman, who is also Chair of Tennis Australia...
The Weekend Edition | 24-25 February 2024
February 23, 2024 18:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBSean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | Market closes higher
February 23, 2024 05:50 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBThis 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. Tech stocks lead the way Brambles solid Woodside’s $2.1b deal Middle East negotiations Nvidia booms Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Qantas shares slump on lower profit, 400 companies’ fees leaked, Swifties swamp the network
February 22, 2024 18:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBFriday 23 February 2024 Qantas shares slump after the carrier announces a lower profit but promises to spend more on customers. Also today: The federal government inadvertently sends the fee structure of 400 major businesses to their competitors. US chipmaker Nvidia more than tripled revenue in the last quarter And Taylor Swift doesn’t break the internet, but she pushes the network to its limits. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all abou...
Interview: Qantas profit, Virgin boss goes - inside aviation's jumbo week
February 22, 2024 17:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBFirst, Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka announced she was stepping down. Then Qantas announced a new chair. Then the Government declared it will audit slots at Sydney Airport. Finally Qantas delivered its half-year results, with a lower profit and a $400 million share buyback. Aviation commentator Geoffrey Thomas, editor-in-chief of airlineratings.com, talks to Sean about aviation's jumbo week - and what it all means for the sector and airfares. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.a...
Afternoon Report | Profits bonanza
February 22, 2024 06:08 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBThis 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. Market flat Qantas shares dumped Retailers solid earners Fortescue strong result Japan markets hits 34-year high Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Woolies boss quits, wages growth fastest in 14 years, Westfield shoppers are back
February 21, 2024 18:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThursday 22 February 2024 The Woolworths boss quits unexpectedly after losing his cool on TV. Also today: Wages grow at their fastest pace in 14 years Qantas appoints a new chair The owner of Westfield says the number of shoppers is back above pre-COVID levels Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to ...
Interview: Your cheat sheet on iron ore, coal, nickel & lithium
February 21, 2024 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBAs the big miners report their results, there's increased attention on commodity prices. Vivek Dhar, Director of Mining and Energy Commodities Research at Commonwealth Bank, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for iron ore, coal, nickel, lithium prices and uranium, and whether we're in a super-cycle. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | Earnings dominate market
February 21, 2024 06:03 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MBThis 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. ASX closes lower Bid for CSR PM downplays election speculation NAB’s earnings fall Wisetech at new high Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ANZ to buy Suncorp bank, Australia’s $11b Navy spend, Trump ranked worst President
February 20, 2024 18:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBWednesday 21 February 2024 ANZ wins the right to buy Suncorp’s banking business in a $4.9 billion deal. Also today: Australia will spend $11 billion over the next decade to upgrade the Royal Australian navy BHP posts its lowest profit in eight years And where Donald Trump rates in the list of all time great Presidents Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. Get...
Interview: Why this company's share price has climbed from $1 to $40
February 20, 2024 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBHub24 is not a household name. But it's become a sharemarket darling, with the share price climbing from $1 to $40 over the last decade. Hub24 CEO and MD Andrew Alcock talks to Sean Aylmer about the company's stellar half-year results. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | Earnings season in full swing
February 20, 2024 06:05 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MBThis 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. Market closes flat Mixed earnings results Virgin boss to leave Star’s share price tumbles 20pc Corporate America cuts jobs Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Interview: Want a house instead of a unit? That's an extra $300k
February 19, 2024 19:32 - 10 minutes - 9.81 MBThe property market is off to a very strong start for 2024. But at the same time, the gap between the values of houses and units has surged to $293,950. Tim Lawless, Head of Research for CoreLogic, talks to Sean Aylmer about the latest data on the price difference, and why the strength of the market this year is a bit of a surprise. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Houses trounce units, Star faces loss of licence, Apple faces $1b fine
February 19, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBTuesday 20 February 2024 The gap between house and unit prices soar as the wealthier home owners get richer. Also today: Star Entertainment faces a second major inquiry into its gaming operations Why hearing implant Cochlear’s business is booming And Apple faces a $1 billion fine Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the best apps for buying shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Find out m...
Afternoon Report | REITs slump
February 19, 2024 06:19 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MBThis 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. Market closes flat Polls show Labor in lead Barley sales to China jump Westpac: rates to fall this year Property companies slump Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Earnings season ramps up, strong auction clearance rates, everyone buying chicken
February 18, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20 MBMonday 19 February 2024 ASX listed companies are doing better than forecast as earnings season ramps up this week. Also today: Another strong weekend of auction results Indonesia replaces New Zealand as top destination for short trips And why we are all going crazy about chicken Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the best apps for buying shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Find out mor...
Interview: Small caps to watch this reporting season
February 18, 2024 17:30 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBSmall caps have broadly underperformed in recent years - so there's a lot of attention on these companies during reporting season, not just for their results but for their outlook. Roger Montgomery, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Montgomery Investment Management, talks to Sean about the companies he's watching and what he looks for in a small-cap investment. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: ht...
The Week Ahead | 19 February 2024
February 18, 2024 17:00 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MBThis 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.
BONUS: Sunday feature with Kim McCosker, founder of 4 Ingredients
February 17, 2024 18:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBGuest: Kim McCosker, founder of 4 Ingredients Original air date: July 3, 2020 Sean Aylmer speaks to Kim McCosker, the founder of the 4 Ingredients cookbook series. Kim built a publishing empire from her kitchen table, and shares her top tips for entrepreneurs. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Weekend Edition | 17-18 February 2024
February 16, 2024 18:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBSean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | Market up as lithium stocks run
February 16, 2024 06:06 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MBThis 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. Fed support for WA miners Vics still without power IAG and QBE results The Swift economy Trump to face criminal trial Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unemployment hits 4.1pc, Telstra mobiles boom, $9b takeover bid for Altium
February 15, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBFriday 16 February 2024 Australia’s unemployment rate hits a two year high. Also today: Telstra’s mobile business booms, but other parts of the telco aren’t travelling so well. A $9 billion takeover deal for an Aussie tech company. And the typo that saw a company’s share price surge, then tumble Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the best apps for buying shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podca...
Interview: How a $260b super fund picks investments
February 15, 2024 17:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBWith interest rates back at more normal levels, the investing landscape is returning to a state we haven’t really seen since before the GFC. So what does this mean for asset allocation - particularly for some of our big super funds? In 2022, Sunsuper and QSuper merged to create Australian Retirement Trust, managing more than $260 billion in retirement savings on behalf of 2.3 million members. Andrew Fisher, Head of Investment Strategy at Australian Retirement Trust, talks to Sean Aylmer abo...
Afternoon Report | ASX up, Tech sector soars
February 15, 2024 05:50 - 5 minutes - 4.75 MBThis 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.
CBA’s profit falls, inflation fears hit markets, India’s 7-day Valentine’s celebrations
February 14, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThursday 15 February 2024 Australia’s largest bank announces a drop in profit, but is confident the Australian economy is on track for a soft landing. Also today: The local sharemarket falls on fears that inflation might be around for a bit longer. Treasury boss says there’s an opportunity to hold unemployment in the low 4s And how Indians celebrate Valentine’s Day And as Michael begged in today’s episode - please vote for his book HOW TO BE REMEMBERED in Better Reading’s Top 100 Boo...
Interview: The jobs market is tight, so why aren't workers moving?
February 14, 2024 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBWith unemployment still near its lowest level in decades, you'd think workers would be making the most of it, jumping between jobs in search of a better deal. But they're not. Michael Brennan, CEO of the E61 Institute, and former Chair of the Productivity Commission, talks to Sean Aylmer about e61's new research showing job mobility is still extremely low, despite an average pay increase of 9% for those who move. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Afternoon Report | Market tumbles
February 14, 2024 06:13 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBThis 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. CBA leads profit results US inflation disappoints 200,000 homes still without power Defence undermanned Indonesians go to the polls Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TikTok GST fraud hits $2.7b, $58m man leaves Macquarie, Super Bowl bigger than moon landing
February 13, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBWednesday 14 February 2024 Scores of ATO staff caught up in a major TikTok GST fraud. Also today: Macquarie’s $58 million man leaves the factory Coal station outage triggers concerns over power grid stability And the SuperBowl audience on Monday was as big as when man landed on the moon Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the best apps for buying shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Find...
Interview: "It came from nowhere" - why business is so upset about the right to disconnect
February 13, 2024 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBThe federal government's industrial relations reform includes the 'right to disconnect' - allowing workers to ignore calls, emails and messages from the boss after hours. But employers aren't happy, saying the change came out of nowhere and is driven by politics. Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the Australian Industry Group, talks to Sean Aylmer about why businesses see it as an anti-flexibility and anti-productivity measure. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/...
Afternoon Report | ASX200 lower on earnings
February 13, 2024 06:06 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBThis 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. Challenger tops ASX200 CSL tumbles again James Hardie warning Breville loses ground Oil mega-merger Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Disconnect laws upset business, Bitcoin surges, CSL’s $1b fail
February 12, 2024 18:30 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBTuesday 13 February 2024 The right to disconnect laws create confusion and anger in the business community, with warnings of an end to flexible working. Also today: Bitcoin surges to its highest level in a couple of years JB HiFi delivers better than expected earnings And CSL’s $1 billion failure Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this Frugal February. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywher...
Interview: Was Harold Mitchell the last of the celebrity CEOs?
February 12, 2024 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBLate advertising and media veteran Harold Mitchell was - by all accounts - a larger than life personality. He built and sold a business for hundreds of millions of dollars - and was never short of an opinion or a headline. Damon Kitney, columnist at the Weekend Australian and author of The Fortune Tellers, talks to Sean Aylmer about the death of Harold Mitchell, the extraordinary businesses built around leaders like him, and what it means for a company and investors when success relies on a...
Afternoon Report | Market down as earnings heat up
February 12, 2024 06:09 - 4 minutes - 4.37 MBThis 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. ASX closes lower Car market resilient Aurizon long haul Beach Energy jumps Biden Israel conflict Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Auction sales soar, are the best years in TV over, SuperBowl ads & ticket prices hit record
February 11, 2024 18:30 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBMonday 12 February 2024 The Australian housing market begins the year on a tear. Also today: Treasurer Jim Chalmers rejects talk of more tax reform Peak TV is over with the number of new shows declining And its SuperBowl Monday, where the ads cost $US7 million for 30 seconds Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this Frugal February. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcas...
Interview: Lithium, iron ore, travel - it's a reporting season checklist
February 11, 2024 17:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBAs we enter the first full week of reporting season, it's fascinating to hear what a professional is looking for, and the sectors and stocks they're watching. Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, talks to Sean Aylmer about lithium stocks, AI, Qantas, retailers and more. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
The Week Ahead | 12 February 2024
February 11, 2024 17:00 - 7 minutes - 6.95 MBThis 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.
BONUS: Sunday feature with Stefan Von Imhof, on investing in art
February 10, 2024 18:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MBGuest: Stefan Von Imhof, co-founder of Alts.co Original air date: May 26, 2023 Art can be a fascinating investment. Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative investing community fund Alts.co, gives Sean Aylmer a lesson in investing in art - from prints, to lesser known impressionists, and even buying a fraction of an artwork. This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystu...
The Weekend Edition | 10-11 February 2024
February 09, 2024 18:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBSean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | ASX up, Wall Street hits new record
February 09, 2024 06:18 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBThis 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.
Casual, gig worker changes; AGL Energy’s massive profit; Apples mulls a flip-phone
February 08, 2024 18:30 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBFriday 9 February 2024 Big changes for casuals and gig workers as Labor pushes through workplace legislation. Energy giant AGL quadruples its profit Mirvac says higher interest rates and weaker first home-buyer activity is slowing the market And Apple considers a flip phone Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this Frugal February. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts....
Interview: This company sees the real economy. The view isn't great.
February 08, 2024 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBWho's paying bills, and who isn't? Which sectors are in trouble, and which ones are holding up okay? This is the real state of the economy, from a company who sees it first hand. Kirk Cheesman, Group Managing Director at National Credit Insurance, or NCI, talks to Sean Aylmer about their unique insight into what it's like for Aussie businesses right now. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | Earnings season heats up
February 08, 2024 06:15 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBThis 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. ASX closes higher Nvidia soars Tax dominates QT Transurban quadruples profits Israel rejects peace plan Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Workers win right to disconnect, $80b merger dumped, supermarkets under fire over prices
February 07, 2024 18:30 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBThursday 8 February 2024 The government is set to push through legislation that stops bosses from calling, or texting, workers after hours. Also today: Australia’s two biggest energy companies call off $80 billion merger talks NAB gets a new CEO And the fight over supermarket prices starts to get a bit nasty Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this Frugal February. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY...
Interview: Commercial property is under pressure, but not all REITS are the same
February 07, 2024 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBCommercial property has had its share of headwinds. New data shows deal flow in the sector has dropped significantly - but much of the pressure is on office towers. Other parts of the sector are performing comparatively well. And in the middle of it all are Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs. Matthew Strotton is the Executive Director, Head of Real Estate at RAM, which stands for Real Asset Management. He gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on REITs - what they are, how they work, and the outloo...
Afternoon Report | Profit season kicks off
February 07, 2024 06:10 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBThis 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. ASX ends higher Fels swipe at Qantas, supermarkets Amcor sacks 2,000 Luxury sales jump Bank boss’ pay cut 30pc Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rates could still rise, Labor’s tax cuts to pass, billionaires support struggling biz leaders
February 06, 2024 18:30 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBWednesday 7 February 2024 The Reserve Bank is still considering hiking interest rates if inflation doesn’t keep improving. Also today: The Opposition will support Labor’s tax cuts. PWC introduces its own version of ChatGPT And a couple of highly criticised Aussie business leaders get some significant support Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about the top ten ways to save money this Frugal February. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY,...
Interview: From Taylor Swift to interest rates, the RBA press conference had it all
February 06, 2024 17:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MBThe Reserve Bank board kept interest rates on hold yesterday. No surprises there - but the RBA Governor's press conference certainly captured everyone's attention, ranging from interest rates and inflation to jobs and Taylor Swift. EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about the press conference, and gives her forecast for when rates will start coming down. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoon Report | RBA says rates could still rise
February 06, 2024 06:05 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBThis 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. Rates on hold ASX200 closes down Myer, Nick Scali surge Lithium still on the nose King Charles has cancer Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aussie gets death sentence in China, RBA’s new era, how to live a longer life
February 05, 2024 18:30 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBTuesday 6 February 2024 Relations between Canberra and Beijing nosedive after an Australian is sentenced to death. Also today: A new era for the Reserve Bank is ushered in as the central banks readies for its interest rate decision today. Faster NBN could deliver a $400 billion boost to the economy And what longevity experts recommend for a long life Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Interview: The political flashpoints to watch in 2024
February 05, 2024 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBFederal parliament officially resumes today, with tax cuts dominating headlines. But with cost of living, industrial relations reform, trade with China, and a US election also coming up - it's going to be a massive year in politics. Charles Croucher, Chief Political Editor at Nine News, talks to Sean Aylmer about the key political battles in 2024. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.