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2025 has been an eventful year, with some strong returns - but what comes next? Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management to break down the forces that shaped markets this year. Looking ahead to 2026, Roger explains why investors should expect lower returns and higher volatility, how stretched valuations could limit future gains, and why rebalancing portfolios now may make sense.  For more information, visit montinvest.com or call 02 8046 5000.  Follow Roger’s insights at www.rogermontgomery.com This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12. This episode is brought to you by Montgomery Investment Management. All information is general in nature. If you want to invest, we recommend you visit a financial advisor who can tailor investments to your needs.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three rate cuts then talk of a hike vs a government spending boom vs the big productivity challenge. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top economic story from the year - and choose a winner. This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year around this time there's talk of a Santa Claus rally on the ASX. So what is it, is it real, and will we see one this year?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson 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.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson take a look at the main business news stories this week, from the government's budget update - a missed opportunity to right the fiscal ship - through to Treasury Wine Estate's shocking year.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/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. ASX closes 0.5pc higher PM announces gun buyback scheme WiseTech investigation wraps up Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion Coldplay kiss cam HR chief speaks Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 19 December 2025 With less than two weeks to go until the end of the year, small caps have significantly outperformed large caps in 2025.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accepts some blame for the Bondi massacre.  The boss of Woodside Energy poached to run BP globally.  YouTube to broadcast the Oscars. A rare adoption in the polar bear community. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, why we hide our money mistakes. 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.

Markets aren’t always rational, and neither is the commentary around them. Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the five lessons she learnt this year, including the growing market impact of politics, how to read Trump’s trade agenda, why gold and tech defied the textbook, why Fed “speak” can be noise, and why inflation can stay sticky, even when everyone expects it to fade.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ASX 200 closed flat, influenced by a slump in the energy sector due to low oil prices and geopolitical tensions. In tech news, Oracle's stock took a hit over concerns from a report on Blue Owl. Austal celebrated a share rise after landing a $1 billion defense contract. Meanwhile, the PM unveiled a five-point strategy to combat anti-Semitism. ANZ faced backlash over executive pay, experiencing a second strike from shareholders. Lastly, Warner Bros urged investors to back Netflix over a competing bid from Paramount.

Today, the federal government outlines lower deficits in coming years in its mid-year budget review, but does little to improve the fiscal outlook.  The first funerals for the victims of the Bondi beach massacre are held.  Penfolds owner Treasury Wine Estates admits near defeat in the US and China.  The competition regulator sues Hello Fresh. Tesla’s share price hits a new high on the back of robotaxis. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, why we hide our money mistakes. 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.

Today's question comes from listener Peter, who sent it through the Fear & Greed website:Who measures emissions, how are they measured, is the number audited, checked off on, and by who? Is it measured the same way in every country? BHP and FMG can measure their emissions, I'm assuming they have budgets, but what about for smaller companies, companies that aren't listed? Sean Aylmer is joined by Thomas Hodgson from sustainability consultancy Anthesis for an answer to Peter's question.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.