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Last night Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the federal budget, forecasting a surplus of $9.3 billion. There's cost of living relief, including $300 in power bill rebates for households and $325 for small business, additional funding for medicines, rental relief and more.So what does it all mean for inflation, for interest rates, for economic growth, and for the Government's chances in the next election?Sean Aylmer talks to Fear and Greed’s resident economist Stephen Koukoulas, aka the Kouk - the Managing Director of Market Economics, a former economic adviser to a Prime Minister, and in-demand speaker at events right around the country.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 0.3pc lower Lithium, nickel stocks do well Federal Court backs X Whistleblower jailed More bad news for Bonza Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 14 May 2024 Businesses are feeling the brunt of the economic slowdown, with trading conditions getting tougher.  The Federal Treasury is optimistic that inflation is coming back under control  Elon Musk’s X has a win in court against the Government And how McDonalds and other fast food rivals stared down the naysayers and went from strength to strength Plus don’t miss this bonus episode of How Do They Afford That? - some top tips on stretching the household budget. 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.

Australians are wary of our banks going cashless too quickly. We also think banks should protect us from scammers, and support us if we become a victim. But we don't have a lot of respect for banks and their contribution to society, ranking them ninth out of thirteen industries on this measure.Andrew Lam-Po-Tang from consultancy Publicis Sapient joins Sean Aylmer to talk through the findings of the Customer Banking Report 2024.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. Fletcher tumbles Lendlease tax claim ARN scrambles to save deal ANZ under investigation Biden to announce tariffs Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 13 May 2024 It’s federal budget week and the big unknown is whether federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers can keep a lid on inflation.  The biggest radio deal in years is close to falling over after one party pulls out Auction numbers remain high though the clearance rate has fallen And directors of some of the biggest tech companies are selling their shares Plus don’t miss this bonus episode of How Do They Afford That? - some top tips on stretching the household budget. 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.

As earnings season wraps up in the US, it's a good time to look at the winners and losers on Wall Street.Josh Gilbert, market analyst at social investment network eToro, takes Sean Aylmer through the performance of companies like Microsoft, Tesla and Airbnb.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.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Darren Hopkins and Shane Bell, cyber partners at McGrathNicol Advisory Original air date: Oct 27, 2022 Original description: Cybercrime - and ransomware in particular - is booming. Almost 70% of Australian businesses have suffered a ransomware attack in the last five years, up from 31% last year. Darren Hopkins and Shane Bell, cyber partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, talk to Sean Aylmer about what happens behind the scenes during a cyber attack - and share the chilling audio of a ransomware demand left in a voicemail. At the time of original publication, McGrathNicol Advisory was a supporter of Fear & GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.