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Friday 23 February 2024 Qantas shares slump after the carrier announces a lower profit but promises to spend more on customers.  Also today: The federal government inadvertently sends the fee structure of 400 major businesses to their competitors.  US chipmaker Nvidia more than tripled revenue in the last quarter And Taylor Swift doesn’t break the internet, but she pushes the network to its limits. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. 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.

First, Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka announced she was stepping down. Then Qantas announced a new chair. Then the Government declared it will audit slots at Sydney Airport. Finally Qantas delivered its half-year results, with a lower profit and a $400 million share buyback.Aviation commentator Geoffrey Thomas, editor-in-chief of airlineratings.com, talks to Sean about aviation's jumbo week - and what it all means for the sector and airfares.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. Market flat Qantas shares dumped Retailers solid earners Fortescue strong result Japan markets hits 34-year high Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 22 February 2024 The Woolworths boss quits unexpectedly after losing his cool on TV. Also today: Wages grow at their fastest pace in 14 years  Qantas appoints a new chair The owner of Westfield says the number of shoppers is back above pre-COVID levels Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. 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 the big miners report their results, there's increased attention on commodity prices.Vivek Dhar, Director of Mining and Energy Commodities Research at Commonwealth Bank, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for iron ore, coal, nickel, lithium prices and uranium, and whether we're in a super-cycle.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 lower Bid for CSR PM downplays election speculation NAB’s earnings fall Wisetech at new high Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 21 February 2024 ANZ wins the right to buy Suncorp’s banking business in a $4.9 billion deal.  Also today: Australia will spend $11 billion over the next decade to upgrade the Royal Australian navy BHP posts its lowest profit in eight years And where Donald Trump rates in the list of all time great Presidents  Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. 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.

Hub24 is not a household name. But it's become a sharemarket darling, with the share price climbing from $1 to $40 over the last decade.Hub24 CEO and MD Andrew Alcock talks to Sean Aylmer about the company's stellar half-year results.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 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 closes flat Mixed earnings results Virgin boss to leave Star’s share price tumbles 20pc Corporate America cuts jobs Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The property market is off to a very strong start for 2024.But at the same time, the gap between the values of houses and units has surged to $293,950.Tim Lawless, Head of Research for CoreLogic, talks to Sean Aylmer about the latest data on the price difference, and why the strength of the market this year is a bit of a surprise.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.