Afternoon Report | Gold miners jump, banks slump

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. Woollies surges Final day of Parliament Star’s clean prospectus RBA surcharges Death toll rises in HK Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 28 November 2025 Business investment ramps up as the economy picks up steam.  The banking regulator introduces new rules to dampen home lending.  Barnaby Joyce quits the Nationals.  Reports that almost half the Big Bash League – a domestic cricket series – will be up for sale. Confirmation that dogs, including chihuahuas, come from wolves. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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.

Today's episode deals with a question from listener Michael, via LinkedIn: What in the world has happened with CSL? Downgrading guidelines, some board member transitions, vaccine business segment demerger, and a huge drop in stock price!Steve Wheen, Head of Healthcare, and Managing Director of Equity Research at Jarden, talks to Sean Aylmer about CSL and the rest of the healthcare sector.This is general information only. 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, business investment jumps Barnaby Joyce quits National Party Labor to miss emissions target Dozens killed in Hong Kong fire National Guard solders shot in ‘act of terror’ Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 27 November 2025 Interest rate cuts are off the agenda after a surprise jump in inflation.  The Labor government in talks to push through an overhaul of environmental laws.  Super funds get a warning from regulators about improving service for retirees.  Harvey Norman shares surge on the back of a jump in sales A German parking metre attendant accused of stealing $2 million from parking metres. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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.

As an asset class, private credit is surging, worth at least $200 billion locally - and increasingly, retail investors are becoming interested in private credit. But is it a safe way to invest money? What should an investor be looking for when considering private credit?Sean Aylmer is joined by ASIC commissioner Simone Constant to discuss ASIC's benchmark reports into public and private markets.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. CPI surprise Optus outage Parliament House chaos NSW payroll blowout Louvre arrests Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 Today, the banking sector is under pressure over anti-money laundering and terrorism laws after significant problems were found at Bendigo & Adelaide Bank.  The federal government feels the pressure over energy prices. Macquarie’s Shemara Wikramanayake again tops the rankings of highest paid CEO, with take-home pay of $24 million. The first treasures are recouped in what’s considered the world’s richest shipwreck.  Indonesia’s capital Jakarta grows to become the world’s largest city. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, how an abundance mindset can change your bank balance. 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.

Managing working capital is absolutely vital for any business - it's the part of a company’s trading that hasn’t yet translated into cashflow.Every year, the team at McGrathNicol Advisory release their Working Capital Report - revealing how much cash is locked up within Australian companies, and how they stack up against the rest of the world.Jason Ireland and Sean Wiles - partners at McGrathNicol Advisory - talk to Sean Aylmer about the thirteenth annual Working Capital Report, and what it reveals about the health of Aussie businesses.McGrathNicol is a supporter of Fear & Greed.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 up DroneShield’s 14.6pc jump Super funds exposed to Russian oil links Radio ratings deliver mixed bag Zelensky backs revised peace plan Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.