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Jul 21, 2025 • 16min
Banks to miners switch accelerates; Albanese and Leys shape up; Costco success
Tuesday 22 July 2025 The big switch between banks and miners continues as the local share market has its worst day in three months. The gloves are off as the leaders of federal Labor and the Coalition take pot shots ahead of parliament starting today. Costco emerges as a serious player in the local grocery market. Plus eight years on, AMP finally turns around the leakage of funds under management. The London Stock Exchange contemplates 24 hour trading. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, it's all about debt consolidation. 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.

Jul 21, 2025 • 12min
Interview: Three mid-cap stocks this fundie is watching
The research portfolio manager Jack Briggs does into a mid-cap company before investing is very comprehensive - from meeting leadership, to speaking to suppliers and clients, and everything in between.He talks to Sean Aylmer about the approach taken by the Ellerston Mid Cap Opportunities Fund, and explains what he likes about three companies in particular.The Ellerston Mid Cap Opportunities Fund is working with Sodor Capital, a supporter of this podcast. This podcast is general information only, and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | Banks tumbled
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 down 1pc Lib slump Seek battle Block surge Morgan Chase is king Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2025 • 6min
The Week Ahead | 21 July 2025
This week: the release of the RBA minutes from the shock on-hold meeting two weeks ago, and what to listen for in a speech from Governor Michele Bullock later. Plus, what to make of last week's unemployment numbers, and why the ABS's announcement of more complete monthly inflation numbers coming later this year is good news. Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 20, 2025 • 17min
Total control for ALP as parliament resumes, BHP’s potash problem; auction records
Monday 21 July 2025 Federal parliament resumes this week with legislation on HECS debt, superannuation and child care high on the Labor Party’s agenda. And more, including: Potash and nickel dampen the excitement around BHP’s record iron ore and copper production. Crown Resorts might be coming to Brisbane. A ripper weekend in the housing market. The UK set to drop the voting age to 16. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, it's all about debt consolidation. 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.

Jul 20, 2025 • 12min
Interview: Patience & imagination key to deep tech investing
Investing in startups and early stage investing takes a certain amount of courage and capability. When the asset you're buying is in deep tech, then you really have to understand what you're talking about. Elaine Stead, principal of Main Sequence - Australia's largest deep tech venture fund - talks to Sean Aylmer about the difference between 'regular' tech and deep tech, and why patience and imagination really matter.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.

Jul 19, 2025 • 12min
Sunday feature: The $300m corruption scandal that rocked Australia
Guest: Richard Baker Original air date: September 6, 2024 Original description: Almost 20 years ago, Australian Wheat Board Limited hit the headlines over a $300 million kickback scandal involving wheat, weapons and Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.Journalist Richard Baker talks to Sean Aylmer about his new podcast Baghdad Nights, which explores exactly what happened in Australia's biggest ever corruption scandal.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 2025 • 28min
The Weekend Edition | 19-20 July 2025
Adam Lang and Sean Aylmer go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest judge Tim Burrowes (presenter of MediaLand, publisher of Mumbrella and Unmade) picking a winner in a fierce debate.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 2025 • 4min
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new record
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 hits new record CSL, BHP lead the way Chalmers warning Netflix success Crypto boost Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 2025 • 5min
Ask Fear & Greed: What is the make-up of the ASX200?
With the banks doing so well, and miners not so well over the past couple of years, what is the make-up of the ASX200 by sector? Does it matter that the banks are dominant? Join Sean Aylmer & Adam Lang 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.