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Wednesday 10 September 2025 Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch do a deal with other family members to ensure Lachlan takes control of News Corp and Fox after his father dies.  And more, including: ANZ set to cut thousands of jobs.  An agreement  between Australia and Vanuatu stumbles over the Pacific nation’s relationship with China.  The government’s new first home buyers scheme opens up the market to buyers.  US politicians release Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday book, including the grubby birthday card allegedly written by Donald Trump. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, frugal advice from our grandparents’ generation. 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.

Lachlan Murdoch is set to control the family’s global media assets, including Fox News, The Wall Street Journal and The Australian, under a new deal that ends years of infighting and speculation about what happens when Rupert Murdoch passes away. The agreement effectively sidelines Lachlan’s siblings James, Elisabeth and Prudence, who will each walk away with about $1.7 billion.Sean Aylmer speaks to Tim Burrowes, publisher of media and marketing website Mumbrella and the newsletter UnMade, and co-host of Medialand on ABC radio.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.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 falls, ANZ job cuts, Murdoch deal Aus Post to resume US services PM weighs in on Price furore BHP settles class action Radio ratings Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 9 September 2025 The two big supermarkets face remediation costs of up to $1 billion for underpaying retail workers.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese puts corporate tax reform front and centre, and calls on big business to support the government’s climate change agenda.  Corporate Australia drops DEI initiatives.  Fears that kids will find ways to avoid the upcoming social media ban The government proposes reforms to make it easier on passengers facing delayed or cancelled airline flights. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how to haggle for a better deal. 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.

The US Federal Reserve is tipped to interest rates next week. What does this mean for markets, and why do rate expectations have such an impact on bonds?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!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 dips Erin Patterson sentenced Maybe pharma tumbles Rate cut hopes fading Florida dumps compulsory vaccinations Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 8 September 2025 Analysts warns a red hot Wall Street faces the risk of a sharp pullback.  And more, including: Spring selling season kicks off with buyers flocking to auctions.  More leadership tensions at Atlassian.  Australia braces for the arrival of bird flu. Apple set to launch its new iPhone. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how to haggle for a better deal. 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.

Last week economic growth picked up slightly - still a tad sluggish, but better than expected. At the same time, household spending increased, including in non-essential spending. So does this mean we shouldn't hold our breath for more rate cuts?Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two new reports - one from Hatch and another from SEEK - show Australians are torn between wanting balance, security, and growth… and the rising pressure of money. Younger workers are leaning into side hustles and hybrid models, while older workers say no pay packet is worth going back into the office full-time.Michael Thompson, Adam Lang and Natalie MacDonald discuss what matters most: security, money, balance or growth?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bumper week in the economy, with GDP data and household spending - but is it enough to beat the biggest stories from politics? Plus China's massive display of power, more uncertainty for the banks, and a $350,000 wagyu heifer. Michael Thompson and Natalie MacDonald go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.