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Oct 8, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Markets, gold and Dolly
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. ASX flat Gold hits $US4,000 an ounce Aust-Singapore deal NDIS fraud Dolly Parton’s health fears Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 2025 • 15min
Albo under fire over triple-zero, sentiment tumbles, Bitcoin looks like a safe haven
Wednesday 8 October 2025 Federal parliament is back in session, and the government is under fire over triple-zero outages. Consumer sentiment falls back to pre-rate hike levels Bitcoin starts gaining credibility as a safe haven asset Goat meat exports jump Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, can buying an EV save you money? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 2025 • 12min
Q+A: What's the outlook for the housing market?
House prices are on the rise with government incentives, lower interest rates, rising real incomes and a pick up in consumer sentiment all helping the market across all capital cities and regions. But how far will they run? And what about the perennial issue around the lack of supply for the market? Sean is joined Tim Lawless, Head of Research for Cotality.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | ASX down; Gold shines
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. ASX drops Albanese, Ley on Hamas PM invite Glittering gold APRA warning Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2025 • 14min
Gold soars to record; PM calls for calmer debate; NRL beats AFL in TV battle
Tuesday 7 October 2025 The gold price has hit a new record, just shy of $US4,000 an ounce, as the shutdown of the US federal government triggers a run towards safe haven assets And more, including: PM Anthony Albanese calls for Australians to turn down the temperature of public debate ASIC slams super funds over valuation practices Warren Buffet is back buying companies Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2025 • 17min
Q+A: How accountants and financial advisors are using AI
Accountants and financial advisers are are struggling with the demand for their services, and being challenged by the lack of supply coming through. Adam Lang speaks with Jason Entwistle and Evan Morrison from HUB24, and Nick Perrett, CEO of Yarra Lane about how artificial intelligence can free up day-to-day work and give more time back for clients. Fear & Greed is the media partner for Class Ignite 2025Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Gold surges
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. ASX flat Wells warning Gold merger Shooting arrest Everest hikers trapped Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 2025 • 10min
House prices to jump 7pc; Bitcoin hits new high; Snowy2.0 costs blow-out
Monday 6 October 2025 House prices are on a tear, with three rate cuts this year pushing prices higher and experts tipping more price increases in coming months. And more, including: The cost of Snowy 2.0 blows out, again. The big banks and retailers do a deal with Armaguard to keep cash flowing. And Ford’s global boss says the future isn’t about EVs, but hybrids. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 2025 • 8min
Q+A: The Week Ahead
This week:- The RBA indicates the worst of the cost-of-living crisis is over.- Business investment and productivity.- RBA governor Michelle Bullock appears at the Economics Legislation Committee.Sean Aylmer is joined by EY Chief Economist for Oceania Cherelle Murphy.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 2025 • 15min
Q+A: What's going to happen to radio?
There are big changes happening in radio right now: Seven West Media is merging with Southern Cross Media - owner of the Triple M and Hit networks ARN - owner of KIIS and Pure Gold networks - is changing CEOs. Nine has flagged the potential sale of its talk radio network, including 2GB and 3AW ABC radio is struggling in various markets, trying to regain the audience it once had Michael Thompson, Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang discuss what's going to happen to radio, as the pace of change and dealmaking heats up.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.