Sunday feature: The $300m corruption scandal that rocked Australia

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 down 1pc Lib slump Seek battle Block surge Morgan Chase is king Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week: the release of the RBA minutes from the shock on-hold meeting two weeks ago, and what to listen for in a speech from Governor Michele Bullock later. Plus, what to make of last week's unemployment numbers, and why the ABS's announcement of more complete monthly inflation numbers coming later this year is good news. Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 21 July 2025 Federal parliament resumes this week with legislation on HECS debt, superannuation and child care high on the Labor Party’s agenda.  And more, including: Potash and nickel dampen the excitement around BHP’s record iron ore and copper production.  Crown Resorts might be coming to Brisbane.  A ripper weekend in the housing market. The UK set to drop the voting age to 16. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, it's all about debt consolidation. 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.

Investing in startups and early stage investing takes a certain amount of courage and capability. When the asset you're buying is in deep tech, then you really have to understand what you're talking about. Elaine Stead, principal of Main Sequence - Australia's largest deep tech venture fund - talks to Sean Aylmer about the difference between 'regular' tech and deep tech, and why patience and imagination really matter.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: Richard Baker Original air date: September 6, 2024 Original description: Almost 20 years ago, Australian Wheat Board Limited hit the headlines over a $300 million kickback scandal involving wheat, weapons and Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.Journalist Richard Baker talks to Sean Aylmer about his new podcast Baghdad Nights, which explores exactly what happened in Australia's biggest ever corruption scandal.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Lang and Sean Aylmer go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest judge Tim Burrowes (presenter of MediaLand, publisher of Mumbrella and Unmade) picking a winner in a fierce debate.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 hits new record CSL, BHP lead the way Chalmers warning Netflix success Crypto boost Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the banks doing so well, and miners not so well over the past couple of years, what is the make-up of the ASX200 by sector? Does it matter that the banks are dominant? Join Sean Aylmer & Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 18 July 2025 A surprise jump in the unemployment rate opens the way for an interest rate cut next month. And more, including: AUSTRAC to focus on cash and digital currencies Superannuation funds have another good financial year How science is eradicating genetic diseases Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, it's all about debt consolidation. 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.

There is so much disruption in the global economy at the moment, that it is easy to lose sight of other business risks. One such risk is corruption, or as our guest today puts it, the “C” in ESG. Maurice Burke, Managing Director (investigations, diligence and compliance) at Kroll, talks to Sean about why corruption is becoming a growing risk for global businesses.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.