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Fear and Greed
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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May 14, 2025 • 11min
Interview: What $15.3b in profits tells us about the big banks
Australia’s banks remain pretty resilient in the face of global uncertainty and tension.The major banks had a combined $15.3 billion in profits in their mid-year reporting, a relatively steady resullt, but competition in the market may be squeezing margins.Noel Williams, PwC Australia’s Banking and Capital Markets Leader, take Sean Aylmer through her analysis of the big banks' results, and also some interesting shifts in behaviour from younger customers.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 2025 • 5min
Afternoon Report | Markets, wages & deals
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 rises ASIC sues Macquarie Aristocrat tumbles Gaza strike Trump’s Saudi deal Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 2025 • 4min
Ask Fear & Greed: How do short sellers make money?
How do short sellers make money, and why do some people hate them so much?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 2025 • 16min
Sussan Ley 1st female Lib leader; ASX jumps on US-China tariff pause; iPhone battery overhaul
Sussan Ley becomes the first female leader of the Liberal Party, but is the job a poisoned chalice? And more, including: Share markets surge on news of a 90-day pause in the US-China tariff war. Apple’s big plans to make iPhone batteries last longer. Consumer sentiment remains stuck in the doldrums. Bitcoin once again becomes a favourite of investors. Join our free daily newsletter here! Donate to Sean and Adam’s Ride for Country Kids here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to use an interest rate cut to get on top of debt. 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.

May 13, 2025 • 14min
Interview: How an AFL legend and jail psychologist are changing work culture
Jack Riewoldt knows a thing or two about working as part of a team - after all, he helped the Richmond Tigers break a 37-year premiership drought. And now, he's helping companies of all shapes and sizes reset their culture by taking them out of the boardroom and into the wilds of Tasmania with Authentic Leaders Group.Jack and his colleague Kate Andison - who started her career as a psychologist in the prison system - join Sean Aylmer in the studio for a look at what it takes to change the culture of a business, and how they help leadership teams to connect, overcome challenges, and succeed as a team.Authentic Leaders Group is a supporter of Fear & GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 2025 • 3min
Afternoon Report | Markets and tariffs
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 rises Business misery Life360 surges Ampol sale Trump offers help Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 2025 • 5min
Ask Fear & Greed: Why does the Reserve Bank target 2-3% inflation?
Why do central banks target 2–3% inflation? What’s so magical about that number?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 2025 • 17min
Woolies triggers price war; US & China cut tariffs; BHP’s Argentina bet pays off
Tuesday 13 May 2025 Woolworths says it’s cutting prices by ten per cent in a move that could trigger a price war in the supermarket sector. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils his new Cabinet. BHP’s big investment in Argentina hits the jackpot. An Australian volunteer dies in Ukraine. And the US and China agree to a temporary cut in tariffs, in a major de-escalation of the trade war. Join our free daily newsletter here! Donate to Sean and Adam’s Ride for Country Kids here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a guide to living a more minimalist lifestyle. 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.

May 12, 2025 • 13min
Interview: How insurers make money, and what it means for premiums
Andrew Hall, Chief Executive of the Insurance Council of Australia, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on the insurance industry. They cover everything from how insurers make money, through to the impact of natural disasters, and the outlook for premiums across various forms of general insurance.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Pharma sold off
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 flat Biotech sell-down ANZ boss starts Nine loves rugby US-China talks Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.