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Friday 22 December 2023 Commonwealth Bank forecasts three rate cuts next year.  Also today: Airlines’ on-time performance for November crashes, and is worse than last Christmas.  Australia’s richest boss buys the country’s best known rock ‘n roll magazine.  And the Zoom boom is over Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about money blocks - how to take action on 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.

Sean Aylmer and Commsec market analyst Steve Daghlian take a look at the local share market in 2023: the sectors and companies that performed, and those that didn't.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. Tech stocks, REITs lead market lower Ikea loses money in Australia Canberra warns big tech Toyota massive recall Warner, Paramount discuss merger Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 21 December 2023 2023 is likely to be a vintage year for superannuation funds, thanks to the big US tech stocks.  Also today: Parliament expenses data reveals Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spent $700,000 in the third quarter of last year Donald Trump barred from running in Colorado, meaning he can’t run for President And Apple decides on a change in strategy – don’t focus on the iPhone Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about money blocks - how to take action on 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.

After almost two years of rising interest rates, the home loan market is getting a little more competitive. But people who are self-employed or work in their own small business still face challenges getting finance.Brighten Home Loans' Chris Meaker speaks to Sean Aylmer about the role of a non-bank lender in catering to this segment of the market - and why all customers should be using a mortgage broker to get the best deal. Brighten Home Loans is a supporter of this podcastFind 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 200 points from record PM on Gaza war PEXA’s share price tumbled 11pc Kathmandu sales tumble Wall Street hits new high Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 20 December 2023 The Reserve Bank says there is still a chance rates will rise, but investors don’t think so.  Also today: One of the biggest deals of the year finally gets shareholder support  Red Sea shipping grinds to a halt after attacks on vessels And a NSW number plate is set to sell for more than $10 million is an online auction Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about money blocks - how to take action on 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.

Small caps haven't had a good couple of years. But research by ICE Investors suggests that while small cap stocks have significantly underperformed large companies in recent times, many quality small caps actually have superior earnings profiles to large companies.Callum Burns, managing director and lead portfolio manager of ICE Investors, talks to Sean Aylmer about the small cap stocks he likes, and what he looks for in a quality company.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. ASX jumps to 11 month high Allkem-Livent deal gets go ahead Rinehart bids for Azure Origin up stake in UK platform Apple watches under fire Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 19 December 2023 More than $4 billion in deals in 24 hours as the market heads to Christmas.  Also today: Tabcorp’s share price surges as it wraps up a deal with racing Victoria Vaccine maker Pfizer paid just $29 million in local tax on its $1.4 billion of Australian sales during the pandemic And Paris is going green, literally Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.