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Business news you can use. A daily business news podcast with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au
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The middle-class money trap
Yesterday00:19:40Tap to summarizeFear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.You earn decent money. You’re doing okay. But somehow you don’t feel ahead. You’re not struggling — but you’re not building real freedom either. What’s going on? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the middle-class money trap.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Saturday Edition | 27 June 2026
2d ago00:29:29Tap to summarizeInflation, jobs, household spending, house prices, oil, and two particularly alarming pieces of news.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.
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Afternoon Report | Social media plans
2d ago00:03:41Tap to summarizeThis is the Fear & 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 Budget bonus Beefing up social media ban Hormuz pause Socceroos advance We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jobs surge adds to rate pressure; oil prices drop to pre-war level; Musk no trillionaire
3d ago00:17:49Tap to summarizeFriday 26 June 2026 A surge in employment adds to the case for another interest rate hike. Brent crude prices fall back to pre-war levels The government tax legislation passes parliament, becoming law Judo Bank’s share price crashes nearly 40pc as the economy hits its business Elon Musk loses his trillionaire status We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - the five-year test for your money. 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.
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Q+A: The AI tools businesses are actually using
3d ago00:13:44Tap to summarizeArtificial intelligence is no longer an experiment for most businesses. The question now isn't whether AI matters, but how organisations can use it to improve productivity, create better customer experiences and grow faster.Sean Aylmer speaks with Ben Goodman, President of Asia Pacific at Adobe, about how businesses are moving beyond the AI hype cycle and focusing on real-world outcomes. Ben explains how AI is transforming creativity, marketing and productivity, why organisations are increasingly using AI as a co-pilot rather than a replacement for people, and how companies can balance personalisation with trust.Adobe is a supporter of Fear & GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Afternoon Report | ASX drops 0.7pc as oil, gold slide
3d ago00:05:35Tap to summarizeThis is the Fear & 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 drops 0.7pc Independent MPs launch new party ‘Significant terror cases’ disrupted by ASIO Karl Stefanovic to depart Nine Dozens killed in Venezuela earthquake We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Inflation prompts rate fears; Domain: house prices set to fall; record heatwave hits Europe
4d ago00:17:19Tap to summarizeA jump in inflation opens the door to another interest rate hike. Domain forecasts a drop in house prices in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra, and a slowdown in growth elsewhere More than 1,200 cargo ships carrying goods worth an estimated $US125bn, or $180 billion Aussie dollars, remain stranded in the Strait of Hormuz A third case of bird flu detected, this time in South Australia One of the worst heatwaves on record hits Europe. We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - the five-year test for your money. 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.
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Q+A: We're in a house price downturn. How bad could it get?
4d ago00:10:51Tap to summarizeAustralia's housing downturn is accelerating, with Sydney prices falling more than 1 per cent in the past month and Melbourne continuing to weaken.Sean Aylmer speaks with Jonathan McMenamin, Head of Economic Forecasts at Barrenjoey, about what's driving the correction and how much further prices could fall. They look at why interest rate hikes account for most of the downturn, how recent tax changes have affected investor sentiment, and why Sydney and Melbourne are behaving very differently from Perth and Brisbane.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Afternoon Report | ASX up, inflation jumps, gold falls
4d ago00:05:25Tap to summarizeThis is the Fear & 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 0.2pc Gold price falls Qantas flight diverted Karl Stefanovic under pressure Meta planning prediction app We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Labor wins Greens support for tax changes; KPMG scandal escalates; SpaceX tumbles
5d ago00:16:33Tap to summarizeWednesday 24 June 2026 The federal government wins Greens support for its capital gains tax and negative gearing changes. Iron ore prices fall to their lowest level in three months The KPMG scandal claims two more scalps WiseTech Global denies allegations that CEO Richard White exploited a woman’s immigration status and financial insecurity for sex SpaceX’s share price tumbles We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. Heading to the Mumbrella Finance Marketing Summit on August 12? Buy your ticket before July 3 to lock in earlybird rates! Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - the five-year test for your money. 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.
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