The Weekend Edition | 20-21 April 2024

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear and Greed colleague 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. Major stocks fall Israel strikes Iran PM warns social media co’s Woodside output falls Wait times jump Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 19 April 2024 The employment market keeps motoring on, denting chances of a rate cut this year.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese finds himself in the middle of a fight about protectionism.  Seven CEO James Warburton steps down immediately, bringing forward his departure after a board meeting yesterday And three million people with HECS debt are about to owe much more Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, we ask the question: what would you do with a spare $1,000? 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.

Australia's jobs market is still very strong, with yesterday's numbers showing only a slight rise in unemployment last month. Couple it with the US Federal Reserve delaying rate cuts, and there may be some pressure on the Reserve Bank to do the same.Commonwealth Bank Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick talks to Sean Aylmer about the jobs market and about the outlook for interest rates, including why he's still leaning towards a rate cut in September.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. Unemployment rate rises to 3.8 per cent Star finds a friend Heat cause energy prices to rise BHP iron ore lower Biden calls China xenophobic Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 18 April 2024 Petrol companies deny they are price gouging as fuel costs around the country rise.  And more, including: The federal government will spend an extra $50 billion over the next decade to better defend Australia Qantas joins coalition to help recycle old planes And Barbie-mania goes on, with the launch of Barbiecue sauce Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, we ask the question: what would you do with a spare $1,000? 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.

Few companies have impacted the way we work over the last few years like Zoom. But even that business has shifted away from full remote working, insisting that staff return to the office two days a week.Sean Aylmer talks to Mathew Saxon, Global Chief People Officer at Zoom, about the return to the office and the future of hybrid work.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. ASX200 closes flat Powell dashes rate cut hopes Star Inquiry on hold Good news for BoQ Kennedy warning on minerals Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 17 April 2024 Woolworths boss Brad Banducci threatened with gaol as he appears before a Senate inquiry.  And more, including: The share market tumbles, wiping out three months’ worth of gains.  Millions of workers could soon be allowed to double their leave entitlement, by taking half pay holidays And the ABS reveals how we spend our free time Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, we ask the question: what would you do with a spare $1,000? 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.

In coming days, the Bitcoin Halving will take place. But what exactly is it - and what does it mean for crypto investors?Jonathon Miller, MD of Kraken Australia, takes Sean Aylmer through the value of Bitcoin, and the impact of the Halving.This is general information only, and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.