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Recently Qantas announced a major overhaul of its Frequent Flyer program, introducing Classic Plus to add about 20 million reward seats.Steve Hui, aka The Points Whisperer, is the founder of iFlyFlat. He talks Sean Aylmer through the Qantas changes - and how to get the most out of your points to fly business class.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 ends higher  NAB’s mixed profit result Clubs data stolen Trade surplus shrinks US rates good news Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 2 May 2024 Telstra, Woolworths and Woodside among the worst performing stocks over the past year.  And more, including: The Federal government promises money to address domestic violence Qantas is investigating a glitch with its app that allowed travellers to see the details of other passengers And we tell you about Australia’s $200 million home Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about buying property with a friend or family member. 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.

Private credit is a hot topic for investors right now. With more people considering the asset class, it's a perfect time to bust a few myths around private credit.Roger Montgomery, founder and CIO of Montgomery Investment Management, takes Sean Aylmer through his top five myths about private credit, and explains where he sees the opportunities.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.

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 tumbles Aussie dollar falls Foreign investor rules change Telco prices to rise NYC police storm uni Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 1 May 2024 Bonza airline goes into administration, stranding thousands of passengers.  Retail sales fall, putting pressure on the Reserve Bank around interest rates.  House prices rise for the 15th consecutive month. And David Beckham and Mark Wahlberg face off in court over an Aussie franchise Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about buying property with a friend or family member. 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.

Yesterday, Australia's newest airline Bonza went into voluntary administration.Went the airline first announced its plans to launch, international aviation consultant Neil Hansford said it had -at best - a 5% chance of making it. Neil talks to Sean Aylmer about the flawed business model behind Bonza.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 ends higher BHP, Vale deal Coles sales growth slows Feds to fund quantum computer Xi heads to Europe Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 30 April 2024 The board of Star Entertainment dumps the gaming group’s chairman.  And more, including: Optus and TPG do a billion dollar deal to take on Telstra in the bush  One of the most expensive experiments in radio history has kicked off, with Sydney’s top ranking Fm show taking on Melbourne Elon Musk’s surprise trip to China pays off Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s the five steps to organise a frugal life. 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.

Yesterday Star Entertainment Group lost its Executive Chair, as the company continues to face its second gaming inquiry in NSW. Compare that to Crown Resorts, which has now received its full licence to operate in both Victoria and NSW.Both companies had been hammered by inquiries over money laundering and organised crime. So how did Star get its response so wrong, and Crown get it so right?Sean Aylmer talks to Peter Deans, a former chief risk officer, and founder of Not Without Risk Consulting, and independent Expert Adviser to the Victorian and WA Royal Commissions into Crown Casino.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.