Q+A: What an extreme El Niño could cost Australia

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Wednesday 9 September 2026 Business conditions and consumer sentiment fall, as the RBA warns it may lift rates again.  The federal government declares a ‘global reckoning is coming for big tech’ A major shakeup for Australian cricket, with the green light given to private investors  The US’s trade war with Canada escalates Why Gen Z is refusing to network   Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here.    And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - Your super is changing. Here's what to check. 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.

Australia is facing what could be an exceptionally intense El Niño, and the consequences could extend well beyond hotter weather and bushfire risk. Food production, electricity supply, insurance, construction and supply chains could all be affected.Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Graeme Riddell, Climate and Sustainability Consulting Leader, Asia Pacific at Marsh, about how extreme weather flows through the economy, what it could mean for household costs, and the “zero regrets” moves businesses should be making now.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 8 September 2026 Super and property - the two biggest sources of wealth for Australians - shape up as the key political battlegrounds.  The productivity crisis deepens Australia is losing cruise ships to cheaper destinations Thousands of freight and transport workers to walk off the job The Pentagon puts senior staff through lie detector tests   Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here.    And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - twelve months to financial freedom. 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.

Coal remains one of the world’s biggest energy sources - and with conflict in the Middle East putting energy security back in focus, the debate over its future is becoming more complicated.Sean Aylmer speaks with Michelle Manook, CEO of Future Coal, formerly the World Coal Association, about whether predictions of coal’s decline have been premature. They also look at the potential for technologies such as carbon capture and storage, and why Michelle believes Australia needs to rethink the way it approaches its enormous coal resources.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 7 September 2026 Parliament resumes in Canberra, with social media reform, illicit tobacco and family trusts on the agenda.  The Tesla model y knocks off the dual cab utes to become the best-selling vehicle in Australia.  Tensions rise in the middle east, after the US attacks Iranian oil tankers The spring selling season kicks off with a whimper, Finally something robots aren’t good at: making pizza.   Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here.    And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - twelve months to financial freedom. 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.

The headlines have been dominated by inflation, stronger-than-expected economic growth and the prospect of another interest rate hike. But what's the outlook through a business lens?Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for a look at five reasons Australian businesses can be more optimistic right now – from rising investment and resilient household spending to wages, lower government demand and the global economy.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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