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Jun 21, 2025 • 11min
How the wheels fell off the whiskey boom
Whiskey has boomed in recent years, with more people choosing premium liquor, and paying higher prices for it. But while consumers are willing to pay more for select bottles, the overall volume being sold has taken a hit - and that's leading to a glut of whiskey, and trouble for distilleries.Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson and Stefan Von Imhof from alts.co look at the state of the whiskey industry, how consumer tastes are changing, and what it means for drinkers and investors.Sign up for the alts.co newsletter hereThis is general information only. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 2025 • 34min
The Weekend Edition | 21-22 June 2025
The enduring strength of the jobs market, Albo's Trump disappointment, CEOs getting paid millions and the huge sums on offer if you're an AI expert. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, 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 20, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | ASX closes lower
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. Market steady Tax changes PM dumps NATO meeting Australian evacuees Trump warning Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 2025 • 9min
Ask Fear & Greed: Why aren't CEOs of the biggest companies the highest paid?
Why aren’t the CEOs of Australia’s biggest companies the highest paid? 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.

Jun 19, 2025 • 16min
Job losses but labour market still hot; CEO pay growth slows; Aussie unis fall down rankings
Friday 20 June 2025 The Australian economy shed jobs last month, but the labour market remains in pretty good shape. And more, including: The nation’s top CEOs are earning about 55 times the salary of the average pay for workers. Australian universities fall down the ranking of the top educational institutions. Super returns set to top 9pc this financial year. Donald Trump mulls an attack on Iran. Join our free daily newsletter here. Take our short survey on Fear & Greed here. It only takes a few minutes, and by taking part before 30 June, you’ll be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to deal with financial overload. 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 19, 2025 • 12min
Interview: CEO pays shows "we're doing something right"
ASX100 CEO pay has flattened over the last decade, with the median realised pay at $4.15 million compared to $3.96 million a decade ago. The average realised pay for ASX100 CEOs was 55 times the average earnings of an Australian worker, down from to 71 times in FY1.Ed John is Executive Manager, Governance & Engagement at ACSI - the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors. He talks to Sean Aylmer about ACSI's annual CEO pay study, which identifies the highest-paid CEOs, and delves into golden parachutes, bonuses and more.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | CBA new record
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. S&P flat US: no rate cut Management moves Bowen on Middle-East Tanker rates surge Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 2025 • 7min
Ask Fear & Greed: Are we too reliant on income tax?
Is Australia's tax system too reliant on income tax? 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.

Jun 18, 2025 • 16min
Chalmers tax reform hint; PM considers Europe for Trump meeting; Optus fined $100m
Thursday 19 June 2025 Treasurer Jim Chalmers hints at major tax reform in the current parliament. And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese considers heading to Europe next week to meet Donald Trump. Optus agrees to a $100m fine for selling customers phones and contracts they did not want or need. Airlines stop flying to Bali after a volcanic eruption Extraordinary prices being offered to lure AI gurus. Join our free daily newsletter here. Take our short survey on Fear & Greed here. It only takes a few minutes, and by taking part before 30 June, you’ll be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to deal with financial overload. 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 18, 2025 • 11min
Interview: What a century of data says about conflict & markets
The Geopolitical Risk Index tracks tensions on the global stage - and it tells us a lot about the reaction of financial markets.Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the index, markets and the impact of the current conflict between Israel and Iran.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.