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Fear and Greed
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Sydney
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Business news you can use. A daily business news podcast with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at fearandgreed.com.au

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This is the Fear & 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 rises for second day

• Viva Energy profit surges

• ARB hit by weak... more

Tuesday 25 August 2026

Corporate earnings season produces higher profits, but the outlook darkens.

• KPMG sacks hundreds of staff

• Nearly 3 million Teslas are recalled

• The Fair Work Commission fights back against workers using AI to make c... more

Evolution Mining has delivered a record profit of almost $1.5 billion as soaring gold and copper prices combine with higher production and cost control to generate a surge in cash.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Evolution Mining Managing Director and CEO L... more

This is the Fear & 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 climbs as BHP hits record

• Results: PLS, Bendigo Bank, Ansell

• R... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Horton
Group Chief Executive Officer of QBE
QBE Insurance
Episode: Consumer stocks dumped; gambling deal done; 1st EV Ferrari sells for $US40m
Stephen Koukoulos
Resident economist, guest for the Fear & Greed Q&A
Episode: Investors seek dividends, interest; Aussie tourism trails; 3 mins a day to beat cancer
Canna Campbell
Founder of SugarMumma TV, financial planner, author
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Episode: Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?
Vannessa Van Beek
CISO at Fortescue
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Episode: Q+A: Why businesses need to stop “Frankensteining” AI
Natalie Piucco
Google Field CTO for Applied AI
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David McKeering
Executive Managing Director at NT T Data ANZ
NTT Data
Episode: Q+A: Why businesses need to stop “Frankensteining” AI
Matt Comyn
Chief Executive of Commonwealth Bank
Commonwealth Bank
Episode: Q+A: Why CBA thinks this will be a difficult year for households
Cameron McIntyre
CEO of REA Group
REA Group
Episode: Mortgage slump hits banks; Ozempic for PBS; climate change opens new shipping routes
Stephen Kakoulis
Resident economist
Fear & Greed
Episode: Rates, earnings, fed parliament; auction rates jump but prices fall; ASX’s 1300pc winner

Hosts

Michael Thompson
Joint host focusing on business news, markets, and analysis with a long-running presence across episodes.
Sean Aylmer
Co-host known for economics commentary and on-air market analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 904 ratings
  • Was great until…

    Get these mining tax propaganda ads out of the show! Come on guys!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Menziez666
    Australia6 months ago
  • Shallow and misleading

    No, Indonesia will not be ‘paying 19% tariffs’, because tariffs are a tax paid by the importer (in the US), which most of us know. Please don’t reinforce the false narrative!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    S wood the good
    Australiaa year ago
  • Cringey,giggly smug

    Massively irritating. If there was any actual economic information, it was buried under the excessive tatting around.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Constant non reader
    Australiaa year ago
  • Why do I keep listening

    Seriously why do I keep listening to these guys. The formula is working for me. Entertaining, educational and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CheckinJames
    Australiaa year ago
  • News that's entertaining

    Sean, Michael and Adam make business news fun and entertaining. I subscribe to many business podcasts but Fear & Greed is the first one I listen and look forward to every morning. I have told my friends about them. Keep up the great work team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vanessaasoiaf
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate concise, well-analysed market updates and practical investing insights.
Some critics crave less banter and more straightforward business focus.
Audience surveys indicate strong loyalty and daily listening habit, especially for morning routines.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#22
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#214
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#5
Australia/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#9
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#91
India/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#100
New Zealand/Business/Investing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?
Q: How should someone think about margin calls and managing them?
Understand thresholds, maintain buffers via emergency cash or transferable shares, and be prepared to act quickly to reduce LVR or liquidate assets if necessary.
Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?
Q: What are the main benefits and risks of using margin loans?
Benefits include increased buying power, diversification, and potential tax advantages; risks involve margin calls, amplified losses, and the need for cash flow to service the loan, which requires careful planning.
Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?
Q: What is a margin loan? Is it a dangerous trap?
A margin loan is a loan secured against existing investments that allows you to buy more shares, potentially increasing returns but also magnifying losses; its danger lies in over-leverage and market volatility, so risk controls and clear objectives are essential.
Investors seek dividends, interest; Aussie tourism trails; 3 mins a day to beat cancer
Q: What does the week ahead look like for economic data and policy?
The resident economist previews the Reserve Bank meeting, upcoming wage price index data, and labour force figures, suggesting close attention to inflation signals and employment trends.
Consumer stocks dumped; gambling deal done; 1st EV Ferrari sells for $US40m
Q: What are the main market drivers behind today's consumer stocks movement?
A combination of higher living costs, rising interest rates, and weak consumer spending squeezed margins and led to a broad pullback in consumer discretionary names like JB HiFi, with investors watching for further macro signals.

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What is FEAR & GREED about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Tollows a brisk, daily briefing of business and market news with a strong focus on Australia, economics, and investing. Episodes typically cover overnight/global market moves, macro signals (inflation, rates, oil, AI infrastructure), and sector deep-dives, often featuring a guest analyst or economist for practical takeaways on equities, wealth, and corporate strategy. A recurring strength is clear, data-driven context balanced with accessible banter and host-led synthesis, helping listeners decide how global and local developments could affect investments, business decisions, and daily economics. Notable: a steady mix of market updates, macro commentary, and occasional interview segments with finance professionals or industry experts, makin... more

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