Coles set to pip Woolies, $12b defence spend, AI the new financial adviser

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. Markets climb on Fed rate hopes James Hardie chair under pressure Super Retail sacks CEO nbn unveils upgrade Court clash over Fed governor Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 16 September 2025 ANZ set to pay a record fine of $240 million for a raft of poor governance issues, from trading in the bond market to failing to repay fees charged to dead customers.  And more, including: Dire warnings from the nation’s first National Climate Risk Assessment report.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese complains about social media pushing extremism on both sides of politics.  The Aussie dollar surges. Bitcoin’s boom delivers unexpected benefits to  the ultra-luxury travel market. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, frugal advice from our grandparents’ generation. 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.

Yesterday, the federal coalition recorded its lowest primary vote in Newspoll history, at just 27pc. And the release of a new climate change report is set to make things even more uncomfortable between the Liberals and Nationals, who don't agree on emissions policy, and even Liberal frontbenchers are threatening to quit. So where to now for Liberal leader Sussan Ley? How does she turn the party around?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!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 closes down Coalition slumps in Newspoll Emeco soars on takeover whispers Commercial property returns Emmys crown The Pitt and The Studio Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 15 September 2025 Commonwealth Bank comes back to the pack while Coles threatens to overtake Woolies as the biggest supermarket chain.  And more, including: The federal government pledges $12 billion towards defence spending in Western Australia.  Almost half of all investors are turning to AI for advice.  The spring selling season continues to impress The original weight loss drugs lose their lustre.  Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, frugal advice from our grandparents’ generation. 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.

This week, the labour force figures will give us a valuable insight into the economy - not just whether the unemployment rate is rising, but whether those who have jobs are getting enough work. Plus the US Federal Reserve is meeting, with an interest rate cut widely tipped for the world's largest economy.Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is copper considered the belwether commodity?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bank job cuts, Liberal leadership turmoil, a $1 billion bill for the supermarkets and Elon Musk dethroned as the world's richest person (briefly).Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.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. Wall St records Woodside gas project extended Former Virgin boss’s $50m payday Sydney flights disrupted Manhunt after Charlie Kirk assassination Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 12 September 2025 Pressure grows on Opposition Leader Sussan Ley, after she sacked a senator who refused to publicly support her.  The federal government’s investment in quantum computing starts to pay off.  Global condemnation of the killing of a conservative activist in the United States. Qantas’ frequent flyer program climbs the rankings Signs of life on Mars. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, frugal advice from our grandparents’ generation. 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.