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Daily business news for people who make their own decisions, with business journalist Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au
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Feb 6, 2025 • 11min
Interview: From Sam Kerr to Super Bowl - why brands in sport matter
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is currently embroiled in a legal matter in the UK that has generated damaging headlines and likely tarnished her brand. So will the major brands like Nike and Mastercard stick with her? Ben Willee, General Manager and Media Director of Spinach Advertising agency, talks to Sean Aylmer about branding, image and business, before taking a look at next week's Super Bowl and the companies spending millions to feature their ads in the coverage.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 2025 • 5min
Afternoon Report | Banks lead market higher
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 Rio looks green REA kicks off earnings season January heat McKinsey mulls China Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 22min
Trump: USA to take over Gaza; $1.7b for hospitals; Future Fund boom year
Thursday 6 February 2025 Donald Trump says the USA will take over the Gaza Strip. And more, including: New federal money for public hospitals as Canberra bans bureaucrats from using DeepSeek AI. A boom year for the Future Fund. Plus the local share market jumps and Alphabet’s massive spending on data centres. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - beware the pitfalls of property investing. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 14min
Interview: Nicholas Moore AO on the huge opportunity for Aussie business
Nicholas Moore AO spent more than 30 years at Macquarie Group, including a decade as CEO. Among other things, he's now Australia's Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, and explains to Sean Aylmer why the region is such a rich opportunity for Australian business.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Markets higher
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 up $1.7b for hospitals Transurban target Alphabet tumbles Swedish mass shooting Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 5min
Ask Fear & Greed: Are we in a bull market?
Listener Shaun asks: Can you explain the terminology bull and bear markets? The ASX has been hitting records left right and centre - so are we in a bull market?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 22min
Market turmoil over tariffs, cost-of-living spotlight in Canberra, local Tesla sales tumble
Wednesday 5 February 2025 Global financial markets in turmoil over Donald Trump’s economic policy, as China announces tariffs against the US in retaliation. And more, including: The cost of living front and centre as federal parliament returns. Local sales of Tesla tumble. Plus Westpac offers a year’s free legal advice to entice small businesses to bank with them and Australia’s biggest glassmaker goes into administration. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - beware the pitfalls of property investing. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 13min
Interview: Ethereum fell 26% in a day. What lies ahead for crypto?
Uncertainty over US tariffs has caused turmoil in financial markets, and cryptocurrency is certainly not immune. Bitcoin hit three week lows on Monday, while the second largest digital asset Ethereum fell a whopping 26pc at one point. They've bounced since - but what lies ahead for cryptocurrency?Caroline Bowler is the CEO of BTC Markets, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for Bitcoin, Ethereum and the broader crypto space.This is general information only. Seek advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 5min
Afternoon Report | ASX roller coaster ride
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. China tariffs begin Woolworths restructure Seek deal fails Glass maker fails Musk reports to Trump Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 2025 • 21min
Trump delays tariffs, Canberra back in session, strolling after dinner good for health
Tuesday 4 February 2025 Donald Trump delays implementing a 25pc tariff on Mexico, triggering turmoil in financial markets. And more, including: Federal parliament re-commences today with election jockeying already beginning. Why a stroll after dinner is good for your health. Plus the Aussie dollar and share market tumbles on the back of the trade war while the local retail and building sectors show some signs of life. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - can a no-buy year actually work? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.