Companies desert ASX, unions take on BHP over pay rules, the rise and rise of US tech

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. Rates on hold ASX jumps 1pc Warnings on social media Bureaucrats get a pay rise NSW budget spending Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 18 June 2024 Australians will be able to visit China without a visa as old wounds start to heal.  And more, including: Politicians get a pay rise Social media is set to take over from television as the main source of news, across age groups Bank sacks employees for allegedly faking work Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - 10 financial mistakes to avoid. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big four banks have had a pretty remarkable run lately, led by the Commonwealth Bank's record high share price. Many analysts say the banks are now too expensive… so why then are investors still interested?Nathan Zaia, Senior Equity Analyst at Morningstar, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for the banks, their share prices and dividends.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee 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. Banks shine again Iron ore falls Surgeons paid most Dutton preferred over Albanese Tax hit for NSW land owners Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 17 June 2024 Banks will be forced to make it easier for home borrowers to shift lenders, as auction clearance rates rebound.  And more, including: The share market has turned into a barbell market, with big winners, big losers and not much in between Australia’s first Bitcoin ETF to debut on ASX And China says relations with Australia are back on track Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - 10 financial mistakes to avoid. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s just under five months until the US presidential election - and there’s plenty of anticipation about what the outcome will mean for markets, and the broader US economy.Dr Kevin Hebner, Global Investment Strategist at Epoch Investment Partners, joins Sean Aylmer from New York to examine the differences between Trump and Biden for markets, trade and investors.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Tony Nash, co-founder and then-CEO of Booktopia Original publication date: February 21, 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Tony Nash, co-founder and CEO of Booktopia, about the huge growth of the company over the last 17 years, culminating in its public listing in 2020. Update: Booktopia's shares are in a trading halt, with concerns over the outlook for the business following three years of losses.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee 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 falls Wind, solar tricky Mental health cases soar Musk’s $US48b pay Trump wants to cut corporate taxes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.