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Jun 30, 2025 • 15min
ASX ends fiscal year up 10pc; gold exports overtake coal; free-to-air reigns in TV wars
Tuesday 1 July 2025 The local share market closes at a near record high, taking the rise over the 2025 financial year to almost 10 per cent. And more, including: Gold is set to become Australia’s third largest export, replacing coal. Free-to-air still reigns over streaming, in the battle for television minutes. The Star Group is in trouble again. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney caves to Donald Trump’s pressure on tech companies. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - demystifying private health insurance. 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.

Jun 30, 2025 • 16min
Interview: What the year ahead holds for investors
FY25 was a boom year for the ASX, up almost 10 per cent. But there were winners and there were losers - and some big trends.Roger Montgomery, founder and CIO of Montgomery Investment Management, takes Sean Aylmer through the last financial year, and the outlook ahead for investors over the next twelve months.For more information, visit www.montinvest.com, call Montgomery on 02 8046 5000, or sign up for Roger’s insights at www.rogermontgomery.com This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Montgomery Investment Management is a supporter of Fear & Greed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Financial year end
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 up Gas probe Stan to stream EPL BUPA fine Santos update Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 2025 • 8min
The Week Ahead | 30 June 2025
This week: house prices, building approvals and household spending, with a look back at last week's monthly inflation data and job vacancy figures.Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 29, 2025 • 14min
FY 2026: fee hikes, pay changes; housing market surges; Hardie heads to Wall St
Tune in for a discussion on upcoming fee hikes and pay changes that will impact businesses and employees alike. The housing market is buzzing due to rate cut hopes, creating newfound buyer confidence. Meanwhile, James Hardie is making waves with its shift to Wall Street. Learn about Donald Trump’s advancing tax bill and Warren Buffett's staggering $9 billion in donations. Also, explore Melbourne's auction market as property predictions heat up amidst evolving economic landscapes.

Jun 29, 2025 • 11min
Interview: What your property might be worth in 12 months
Everyone would love a crystal ball, to know what property prices will do. This might be the next best thing.Dr Nicola Powell, Head of Research and Economics at Domain, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the property market performed in FY25 - and more importantly, the predicted price growth across the next 12 months, with some pretty big calls about values in our major cities.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 2025 • 14min
Sunday feature: Movie buff? Now you can invest in them too
Guest: Stefan von Imhof from Alts.coOriginal air date: September 13, 2024Original description: Film financing would be one of the more unusual alternative investments we've discussed on this podcast.Stefan von Imhof, co-founder of alternative investing community fund Alts.co, talks to Sean Aylmer about how the film industry works, the genres that have the biggest box office returns, and why he's excited about film financing.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.

Jun 27, 2025 • 32min
The Weekend Edition | EOFY 2025
From Trump tariffs to Labor's landslide victory - this is a special End Of Financial Year edition of the show. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the last 12 months, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 27, 2025 • 5min
Afternoon Report | CBA slips, tackles scammers
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 down as CBA slips Commonwealth Bank takes on scammers Woolworths to shut MyDeal 'Revenge tax' win in US New Aussie property record Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 27, 2025 • 5min
Ask Fear & Greed: What are the most shorted stocks on the ASX?
What are the most shorted stocks in the ASX?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.