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Guest: Damon Kitney Original air date: February 13, 2024 Original description: Late advertising and media veteran Harold Mitchell was - by all accounts - a larger than life personality. He built and sold a business for hundreds of millions of dollars - and was never short of an opinion or a headline. Damon Kitney, columnist at the Weekend Australian and author of The Fortune Tellers, talks to Sean Aylmer about the death of Harold Mitchell, the extraordinary businesses built around leaders like him, and what it means for a company and investors when success relies on a charismatic boss.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.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 closes down AUKUS stumps Trump Star close to collapse Harvey Norman’s strong result Trump-Starmer meeting Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rising popularity of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could reshape the global stock market landscape. Experts discuss how more ETFs are influencing investor behavior and shifting investments from traditional assets. They dive into the differences between passive and active ETFs, exploring their market effects. Additionally, the impact on various market sectors and asset allocation strategies is analyzed, highlighting potential benefits and risks for investors moving forward. The future of ETFs promises to be a fascinating topic to monitor.

Friday 28 February 2025 Qantas reports a sharp jump in profit, thanks to Jetstar, as the government green-lights Qatar’s investment in Virgin.  And more, including: Coles outdoes Woolworths when it comes to sales growth.  And BP dumps its plans to become green.  Plus a warning from the RBA and Snowy Hydro runs into trouble.  And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - can ChatGPT save money on your family grocery bill? 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.

Productivity in the workplace has dropped sharply in the last 12 months, with employees saying they're being asked to do more with less. Kylie Green, Managing Director APAC at Reward Gateway, talks to Sean Aylmer about their second annual Workplace Engagement Index, including why employees are prioritising workplace benefits and wellbeing over remuneration. They also discuss whether Australian workplaces are ready for five generations at the same time, as Generation Alpha prepares to start work.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.  QAN, Coles results Capex disappoints Eagers’ soars Snowy troubles Nvidia impresses Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tech sector faces turbulence as the Magnificent Seven, especially Tesla, sees significant drops. Inflation is stabilizing, sparking optimism for rate cuts. Retail giant Woolworths struggles with disappointing earnings, while Westfield revamps malls into residential hubs. WiseTech's founder returns amid governance questions, and the energy sector navigates challenges influenced by political policies. Plus, the travel industry grapples with financial strains. A deep dive into cryptocurrency hints at shifting consumer attitudes, adding an intriguing twist!

Woodside Energy has a lot of oil and gas interests around the world, including some major projects in the US. Meg O'Neill, CEO of Woodside, talks about the company's results, and what the Trump administration's policies have meant both for Woodside and the broader industry.Ausbiz is Australia's leading provider of live and on-demand video of the latest news in Australian business, markets, economy and startups. Sign up for free at ausbiz.com.auYou can watch this interview hereFind 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 flat Dutton under pressure Travel co’s struggle Profits Ukraine deal Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.