Episodes

  • Q+A: Will we ever see a four-day working week?
    Aug 14 2025

    Unions have proposed a four-day working week. The government has rejected it. Will we ever see it happen?

    Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Michael Thompson & Adam Lang 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/

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    10 mins
  • Q+A: What's next for Commonwealth Bank?
    Aug 13 2025

    What's next for Commonwealth Bank?

    Yesterday, Commonwealth Bank reported a record $10.25b profit. But investors sold off the stock, driven by concerns over the outlook and expensive valuation.

    Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn speaks to Nadine Blayney from Ausbiz.

    Ausbiz is Australia's leading provider of live and on-demand video of the latest news in Australian business, markets, economy and startups. Sign up for free at ausbiz.com.au

    Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/

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    13 mins
  • Q+A: How many more rates cuts will we get?
    Aug 12 2025

    The RBA has now cut rates three times this year. How many more cuts will we see?

    Today Natalie MacDonald is joined by Commonwealth Bank Senior Economist Belinda Allen.

    Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson 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/

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    9 mins
  • Q+A: What should we expect from reporting season?
    Aug 11 2025

    What should we expect from reporting season?

    Today Sean Aylmer is joined by Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden.

    Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson 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!

    This is general information only. Seek professional advice before investing.

    Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/

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    8 mins
  • Q+A: Will the RBA cut rates?
    Aug 10 2025

    Will the Reserve Bank cut interest rates tomorrow?

    Today Sean is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for a look at what the Reserve Bank board will do tomorrow, as well as the upcoming wages and labour force data (which - unfortunately for the RBA - straight after the decision on rates).

    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/

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    8 mins
  • Q+A: Why is Australia outperforming on biotech?
    Aug 9 2025

    Australia seems to be punching above its weight on innovative biotech companies, from cultivated meat to printing human cells. Why?

    Today Michael Thompson is joined by Stefan von Imhof from alternative investing platform Alts.co to look at why Australia's outperforming in biotech.

    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/

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    9 mins
  • Q+A: Tariffs & slow economy, but ASX soars. Why?
    Aug 7 2025

    The US is imposing tariffs, and our economy is so slow that the RBA is expected to slash rates - but the ASX is soaring. Why?

    Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson 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/

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    6 mins
  • Q+A: How long can newspapers survive?
    Aug 6 2025

    This week, Australia's publishing rivals News Ltd and Nine did a deal that will see newspapers printed for the next five years. But how long can newspapers survive?

    Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson 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/

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    7 mins