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Jun 18, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | ASX, Albo and administration
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. ASX200 2 week low Albo meets US officials CFMEU loss REX admin Israel strikes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18, 2025 • 6min
Ask Fear & Greed: Why are we so tied to China?
Why are we so tied to the Chinese economy?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 17, 2025 • 17min
Trump triggers markets; Future Fund dumps US; 46,000pc stock jump in one year
Wednesday 18 June 2025 Today, financial markets are on edge as US President Donald Trump heads home to oversee the US’s response to the Middle East conflict. And more, including: Australia’s Future Fund decides to reduce its investments in the US, on the back of the political and economic instability The US stock that jumped 46,000 per cent in a year. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns there's a long way to go on the Santos sale Uranium stocks keep running. 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 17, 2025 • 11min
Interview: What the $30b bid for Santos means for global oil and gas
The $30 billion bid for Santos by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has a long way to run. But it's a big offer for an Australian company, and one that suggests gas has a major role to play in the long-term energy market.Nik Burns, Head of Energy Research at Jarden, takes Sean Aylmer through ADNOC's bid, and what it all means for the global oil and gas market.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Global unrest
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 BHP-Rio copper deal CSL approval Jet parts for Aust G7 communique Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 2025 • 6min
Ask Fear & Greed: Why do Aus companies pay such high dividends?
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 16, 2025 • 17min
$30b bid for Santos; Albanese at G7, pushes Europe alliance; ASIC probes ASX
Tuesday 17 June 2025 Abu Dhabi’s national oil company bids $30 billion for Santos. And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets with world leaders at the G7, agreeing to negotiate a security pact with Europe. The corporate regulator launches an investigation into ASX Limited. US President DT says Israel and Iran might have to fight a bit before finding peace MI6’s real-life Q gets the top job at the UK spy agency. 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? - three financial secret weapons. 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 16, 2025 • 11min
Interview: Microsoft boss on AI and Australian SMEs
There’s a severe disconnect between employers and employees on AI, and the role that AI will play in the workforce. This is a global trend - but the disconnect is even wider in Australia.Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index surveyed 31,000 workers across 31 countries, gauging attitudes to AI, and just how well leaders are preparing their workforce for working with AI.Steven Worrall, Managing Director at Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, joins Sean Aylmer in the studio to talk about AI, and how Australian businesses are handling the shift to an AI-enabled world.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Santos bid
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. Merger frenzy ASX closes up Virgin pricing Ainsworth defence China mixed news Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 2025 • 5min
The Week Ahead | 16 June 2025
The headline this week is the labor force data - all eyes on unemployment. Plus a look back at what last week's business conditions and confidence numbers tell us.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.