RBA tipped to cut rates; auctions boom; PM ruffles feathers on foreign policy

This week: All eyes are on the Reserve Bank Board ahead of their decision on monetary policy tomorrow.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 7 July 2025 A huge week for the economy with the Reserve Bank board tipped to cut rates tomorrow.  And more, including: Another very strong weekend for the property market.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signals a more independent foreign policy, in a speech that might ruffle a few feathers in both Beijing and Washington.  Australia records its worst year for corporate insolvencies How courtside seats at Wimbledon have become a hot asset for investors. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - beware of influencers with no idea. 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.

It’s a new financial year, but investors aren’t exactly getting a clean slate. Despite some strong recent performances, like the S&P 500 hitting record highs and the Australian market notching its best 12-month run since COVID, global uncertainty is back in the spotlight.In the words of global fund manager VanEck, the risks and “narrative for the next quarter is as clear as mud.”Cameron McCormack, Senior Portfolio Manager at VanEck, talks to Adam Lang about VanEck’s latest ViewPoint report, that suggests we’re entering a period where traditional safe bets, like US equities and bonds, no longer offer the same rewards, whereas opportunities are emerging in places that have long been overlooked.This is general information only, and you should seek financial advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Trent NikolicOriginal air date: April 26, 2024Original description: What does a lap of Australia in an EV tell us about the challenges facing the industry? Trent Nikolic, Managing Editor of Drive.com.au, is doing the lap right now - and he takes Sean Aylmer through the problems with charging, and the changing outlook for electric vehicles in Australia. Update: Tesla sales fell 13% in the last quarter, but in Australia at least, its competitor BYD is booming, becoming the fifth most popular car brand in the country in June.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a Big Beautiful Bill to lavish weddings and royal trains, Adam Lang and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with special guest judge Diana Mousina (Deputy Chief Economist at AMP) 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 sets record PM rules out GST increase Qantas hack update China’s birth rate payments Trump’s bill passes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How are the measurements for TV ratings actually taken?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson 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 4 July 2025 Speculation rises in the share market about the shift from investing in the big banks, to investing in the big resource companies.  And more, including: Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the US is keen to schedule a meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump. Tesla’s disappointing sales.  Microsoft slashes jobs around the world, including in Australia. Eileen Bond, former wife of Alan Bond, dies in Perth. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - beware of influencers with no idea. 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 constant emergence of new cyber threats puts a lot of pressure on businesses not just to respond, but to communicate the nature of the threat to stakeholders within a company.  Sam Salehi, Managing Director ANZ at Qualys, joins Sean in the studio to talk about how to communicate these threats in a way that secures the buy-in of boards, executives, and teams. Qualys is a supporter of this podcast.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 ends flat ASIC warning GemLife opening Olympic funding Bali search and rescue Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.