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Friday 6 February 2026 The Reserve Bank warns that wages will not keep pace with inflation Uranium stocks take a tumble as the AI debate continues One Nation raises the prospect of joining the Coalition Bunnings wins the right to keep using facial recognition The Winter Olympics gets underway in the Dolomites in northern Italy Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven signs you’re better with money than you think. 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.
Are Australia’s big department stores running out of road? In the US, iconic names like Saks and Macy’s are shrinking fast. At home, David Jones and Myer have both been closing stores as consumer behaviour shifts and online retail keeps growing.Sean Aylmer speaks with retail expert Professor Gary Mortimer from Queensland University of Technology, about whether department stores can still survive - and if so, what they need to become.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 dips, silver tumbles Attempted bombing declared terrorism Bunnings wins legal fight ICE agents withdraw Washington Post job cuts Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday 5 February 2026 The federal government considers scaling back capital gains tax concessions for property investors. A tale of two markets with tech stocks dumped and miners surging AustralianSuper loses funds to competitors for the first time in 20 years Still no re-unification for the federal coalition Crypto’s market cap tumbles nearly half-a-trillion US dollars Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven signs you’re better with money than you think. 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.
After years of hype, ethical and green investing has cooled. But instead of going away, it's evolving.Sean Aylmer speaks with Dugald Higgins, Head of Responsible Investment and Real Assets at Zenith Investment Partners, about where sustainable investing now sits, why Australia has held steady while other markets pulled back, the difference between ESG and sustainability, and how new climate reporting rules could reshape investment decisions.This is general information only. Seek advice tailored to your circumstances 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. Miners lift ASX Major defence land sell-off Airport delays as arrivals hit record WFH case could reshape rights Bill Gates on AI Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday 4 February 2026 The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates and hints that there could be more hikes later in the year. The federal Coalition parties remain at odds over reuniting. Cheaper, challenger brands are winning the mobile battle in Australia. Elon Musk combines his two private companies as he pushes to develop data centres in space. US owned TikTok changes terms and conditions, upsetting users. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, seven signs you’re better with money than you think. 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.
The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates for the first time in two years, and while the hike was widely expected by markets, not all economists thought the RBA would do it.AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina explains why the unanimous vote raised eyebrows, and why she believes this may still be a one-off adjustment rather than the start of a tightening cycle.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 up 1pc Nats on crossbenches Qantas selldown Corporate updates Clintons to testify Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday 3 February 2026 The federal Liberals and Nationals in talks to reform the Coalition just as parliament resumes for the year. Competition in home lending heats up just as interest rates are set to rise The boss of Corporate Travel Management resigns five months after the company said it can’t sign off its annual accounts. The rest of the world pushes to follow Australia’s social media ban for kids Melania, the documentary, about the First Lady Melania Trump, fails to set the box office alight Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, inside the Frugal February challenge. 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.
Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Investment Management, looks back at the forces that drove markets in 2025 — from the AI boom to the “great broadening” beyond US megacaps.He talks to Sean Aylmer about the bull and bear cases for US equities in 2026, why the US dollar matters for Australian investors, and where diversification may make sense as volatility returns.For more information, visit www.montinvest.com or call 02 8046 5000.Follow Roger’s insights at www.rogermontgomery.comMontgomery Investment Management is a supporter of Fear + Greed. Seek professional advice tailored to your circumstances 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 loses 1pc as gold slides Bitcoin tumbles Littleproud survives challenge Economy airfare wars Grammy protests Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday 2 February 2026 The housing market starts the new year with a bang, with a pick-up in both prices and successful auctions. The RBA convenes today and tomorrow to deliberate on interest rates, and markets reckon there will be a rate hike tomorrow The crisis in the federal coalition gets worse with polling showing Pauline Hanson is now the country’s most popular politician The prices of gold, silver and Bitcoin tumble after US President Donald Trump announces his pick for Fed chair. The latest Epstein email releases capture leading business figures, including Bill Gates and Elon Musk. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, inside the Frugal February challenge. 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.
It's all about the RBA this week, with interest rates tipped to rise. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what to expect.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week the Winter Olympics kick off in Italy. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson talk about the big sporting events they've covered in the media, from the Atlanta and London Olympics, to the US Open tennis.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's been a week of big numbers: inflation, the Aussie dollar, the price of gold, even the record temperature set in Victoria. There's also dual leadership spills in the Coalition, and talk of an Aussie in one of the world's top jobs.Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here.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 slumps 0.7pc on Fed speculation Hastie pulls out of Lib leadership race Nine Entertainment sells radio stations Nipa virus outbreak Apple’s record iPhone sales Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday 30 January 2026 Renewable energy provides the majority of electricity across the nation during the December quarter, for the first time. Senior Liberals meet without Sussan Ley to discuss the party’s leadership Tesla to stop making Model S and Model X EVs as the company pushes into robotics A good day for uranium and a bad one for rare earths The EU and India do a mega trade deal Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, inside the Frugal February challenge. 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.
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping healthcare — and potentially the economy.Dr Zac Turner explains to Sean Aylmer how GLP-1 drugs work, what we’re still learning about their long-term effects, why the next generation matters, and how these medications may go far beyond weight loss.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. Iran fears send gold soaring Fed keeps rates on hold PM and states to meet on health Apple fixing Telstra issue 16,000 Amazon layoffs Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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nbn also needs to improve upload speed. download speed is not the only problem with it.
How much of the change in average price between units v houses can be attributed to the billions spent on the renovation boom of the last decade ?
I preferred the old logo. It was more unique and easy to recognize.
Absolutely vacuous today.
The wiggles part was essential for my kids. thanks for sharing
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Brazil reported 4k deaths in a single day. It would be worst than India. https://noticias.uol.com.br/saude/ultimas-noticias/redacao/2021/04/06/covid-19-coronavirus-casos-mortes-06-de-abril.htm
Missed the most important point - how do I block ID2.0?
Everytime you ask about house prices to a real estate agent, he/she will always says the prices are going up. Australia is living one of it's biggest bubbles in the house market.
A really great overview of the relevant news each day 👍👏. Just the right amount of info and always ready before you wake up - dread to think what time he has to get up to prepare it all!
Great podcast! Broad review of stories from markets / business / current affairs and politics all in 20 minutes, without wasting time on the narrow opinions of "the man on the street" or a political spin off against Pollies! Refreshing insightful interviews with professionals instead. Two thumbs up!