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Chris Sheehan, an Executive at National Australia Bank and former Australian Federal Police officer, dives into the alarming rise of scams targeting Australian businesses and consumers. While Australians lost less money overall, scam attempts are on the rise, particularly involving AI technologies, voice replication, and remote access schemes. Sheehan emphasizes the importance of vigilance, independent verification of bank communications, and collaborative efforts among banks to fight back. Practical tips on recognizing phishing scams round out this insightful conversation.

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.  Trump gets to work Pollies go social ASX closes up Catch closes BHP copper jumps Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Ryan asks: As you know the AUD/USD has been going down (losing around 10% since the start of October). And now with oil prices going up the past month, does this have a double whammy at the bowser because we purchase oil in USD?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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 21 January 2025 Donald Trump becomes the oldest person to ever be sworn in as President of the United States, as the US readies itself for a barrage of executive orders on immigration, energy and justice.   And more, including: Superannuation funds report a very strong 2024 with returns well above average.  Star Entertainment teeters on the edge of collapse.  The government announces another big spending initiative just as the polls show Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton neck-and-neck as preferred Prime Minister  And Mufasa: The Lion King, proves a silent hit Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - back to school on a budget. 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.

Financial markets are bracing for impact as Donald Trump is inaugurated as President for a second time. Dr Shane Oliver, chief economist and Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, talks to Sean Aylmer about the good and bad of Trump's policies and what they mean for investment markets.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.

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 higher Fed polls tie Free lunch for small biz? Israeli hostages released TikTok ban reversed Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 20 January 2025 Global financial markets are on edge ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump tomorrow morning, Australian time.   And more, including: News that two of the world’s biggest mining companies, Rio Tinto and Glencore, were in merger talks brightens the spotlight on copper  TikTok goes dark in the United States  Plus the Hamas- Israel ceasefire comes into effect, and NFTs are going backward in value Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - back to school on a budget. 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.

Asset allocation can be one of the biggest challenges for investors, deciding how much to put into local stocks, international stocks, bonds, cash, crypto and the rest.Matthew Kidman, principal at Centennial Asset Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about his approach to asset allocation.All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may never have heard of PWR Holdings. But this Australian company is a supplier to most F1 racing teams, as well as ultra-luxury vehicle makers like Aston Martin.Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, gives Sean Aylmer a 101 on this Aussie success story.This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.