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Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest Canna Campbell adjudicating.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.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 8 March 2024 The Commonwealth Bank hits a record high as investors pile into the big four. Also today:  The government wants to force big businesses to commit to gender targets Google engineer charged with stealing AI secrets And Virgin set to allow pets on planes, and we are talking the passenger cabin  Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about how to stop problem gambling from destroying your finances. 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.

One of the themes of International Women's Day is accelerating gender equality through economic empowerment. We have a long way to go - and a good place to start is in financial literacy and access to advice.Sarah Abood, Chief Executive of the Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA), speaks to Sean Aylmer about financial literacy and the importance of getting good advice. They also discuss the Government's proposed changes to financial advice in Australia.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 up US rates to fall Labor to push super rules for women ASX breached rules 8,000 times Tesla quits car body Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 7 March 2024 The economy grew slightly at the end of last year as interest rates hurt households.  Also today: Federal government under pressure over new vehicle efficiency standards Amazon hits record sales in Australia And Joe Biden and Donald Trump are victors in US primaries Yesterday’s interview with Coinbase’s John O’Loghlen on the reasons for Bitcoin’s boom Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about how to stop problem gambling from destroying your finances. 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.

GDP grew by just 0.2% in the three months to December, with higher interest rates affecting household spending.  Carlos Cacho, Jarden Australia’s Chief Economist, talks to Sean Aylmer about the impact of a reduction in discretionary spending, and what it all means for interest rates.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 up Bitcoin, gold at new highs Cettire’s share price tumbles Tigerlily fails, again Biden, Trump win primaries Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 6 March 2024 Local farmers set for a bumper season, even if times are a bit tough at the moment.  Also today: Household internet speeds are set to triple and it might be for free Almost 15 million private health insurance customers to pay higher premiums And Tesla’s tumbling share price means Elon Musk is no longer the richest person in the world Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about how to stop problem gambling from destroying your finances. 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.

Bitcoin has surged recently, passing the $AUD100,000 mark. So what's driving the boom, and how long can it run?John O'Loghlen, Managing Director - APAC at Coinbase. talks to Sean Aylmer about the forces behind Bitcoin's boom, and the potential impact of more regulation of crypto.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.