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Tuesday 24 March 2026 The head of the International Energy Agency warns that the oil lost in the current crisis in the Middle East is twice the amount of the 1970s oil shock. The local share market flirts with correction territory, having lost $300 billion in value since the beginning of the Middle East conflict Luxury car makers dump plans for EV expansion ABC staff set to go on strike The toilet paper shortage crisis of COVID is back, at least in Japan Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: dream holiday, sensible budget. 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.

Software stocks have been hammered in 2026. The rise of AI coding tools — from Claude to other large language models — has sparked fears that barriers to entry are collapsing.But according to ECP Asset Management’s Damon Callaghan, the market has overreacted. Speaking to Sean Aylmer, he argues the sell-off has been indiscriminate, and that while some software businesses will struggle, others may actually become stronger - if they have the right competitive advantages.This is general information only. Seek professional advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 falls 0.7pc Qantas reassures on fuel KMD pushed to sell Rip Curl Kyle Sandilands launches legal action ICE agents deployed to airports Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 23 March 2026 The local share market is set to tumble this morning after US President Donald Trump threatened to obliterate Iran’s power plants. The housing market is faltering with clearance rates now at their lowest this year Fraud across the country surges A court rules that working ten minutes a day isn’t enough to keep your job The world’s best airports revealed Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: dream holiday, sensible budget. 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 monthly inflation figures for February are published... but what value do they have, when the Middle East conflict is raging and oil is soaring? Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what inflation, the RBA's interest rates decision, and what to make of last week's jump in the unemployment rate.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Sean's turn this week to hit Michael and Adam with five questions — no notice, no prep. This week, it's all about AI, fake news, and just how easy it is to get sucked in by stories on social media.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest rate hikes, a fuel crisis, huge change at some of our biggest companies, and a very volatile week for markets - it's a battle for the biggest and most remarkable stories of the week.Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 down 2.2pc for week Fuel prices hit Coles Cyclone Narelle crosses Cape York Smiggle sales drop Europe, Japan to help clear Strait of Hormuz Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 20 March 2026 The National Cabinet establishes a fuel taskforce as the competition watchdog launches an investigation into the petrol companies. The unemployment rate jumps to 4.3 per cent International airfares, having already risen, are set to go even higher The richest 250 Australians revealed Gas supplies targeted in the war in the Middle East Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: dream holiday, sensible budget. 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.

Australian businesses are under pressure — rising costs, tighter margins and the push to adopt AI.But many companies may be trying to solve the wrong problem - Instead of focusing on roles, they should be focusing on tasks, because much of the work being done today is unnecessary, duplicated, or simply too expensive. Jarra Borman is the Director of Strategy at consultancy Outrun Global. He speaks to Sean Aylmer about why businesses are “tanking their own capacity”, why employees spend just 27% of their time on skilled work, and how a simple shift in thinking can unlock major productivity gains.To find out more, Outrun's new guide: The Top 10 Tasks to Optimise for the Biggest Impact is available here.Outrun Global is a supporter of Fear & Greed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 falls 1.7pc PM calls for Iran de-escalation US Fed keeps rates on hold Radio ratings Drones over US military base Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 19 March 2026 Two of Australia’s biggest companies BHP and Woodside Energy are getting new CEOs, adding to the growing list of recently appointed bosses of large companies on the ASX. PM Anthony Albanese says he is confident Australia can avoid a recession The federal government is set to appoint a new petrol czar The latest on the Middle East The world of shipping is turned upside down Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: dream holiday, sensible budget. 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.

A Formula One sponsorship is much more than a logo on a car. It’s an opportunity to reach hundreds of millions of people - but only if you know how.In this special documentary episode, we’re exploring the business of sports partnerships with Airwallex and Airtasker.It’s part of Fear & Greed's Accelerator series this month, talking to ambitious Australian leaders taking their businesses to the world: Employment Hero, Camplify, EatClub and more - brought to you by Airwallex.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 up 0.3pc Trump criticises allies ARN terminates Kyle Sandilands EV adoption higher in cities Warner Bros CEO’s monster payout Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 18 March 2026 The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates, but it was a close call, and another rate hike in May is no longer a sure thing. The competition regulator warns petrol stations over the price of fuel Australia heads towards a free trade deal with the EU The beneficial effects of medicinal cannabis questioned in a new study The extraordinary efforts Asian countries are going to, to conserve fuel Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week: dream holiday, sensible budget. 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 Reserve Bank increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.1 per cent. It’s the second rate hike in a row - but while last time the decision was unanimous, this time it was much closer, with the board split 5-4.Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, explains what that split means for the next RBA meeting in May, and the key factors that contributed to yesterday's rate hike.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. RBA hikes interest rates Challenger lowers Pepper Money bid Naveed Akram in court Atlassian facing action over sacked worker Trump to delay China meeting Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 17 March 2026 The ASX hits its lowest point this year, and the only big winners so far in 2026 have been energy companies. The RBA is expected to announce a 25-basis point rate hike this afternoon Major lenders fighting what could be billions of dollars’ worth of fraudulent home loans The corporate regulator tells younger Australians to sense check the financial advice they are receiving online Donald Trump threatens NATO after allies decide not to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz Plus the next interview in our Accelerator series with Airwallex. Today’s guest: Pan Koutlakis, from EatClub, on spotting a niche and building a global business.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI promises huge productivity gains for businesses, but many Australian organisations are still stuck in pilot mode. The challenge isn’t the technology though - it’s knowing where to start, getting the people aligned, and proving the first use case.Kevin Doyle, Regional VP for Agentforce and Data Cloud at Salesforce, speaks to Sean Aylmer about why 95% of AI pilots fail, why governance fears can slow companies down, and how 8.5 hours of lost productivity showed him the power of agentic AI.Fear & Greed is proud to partner with Salesforce for the Agentforce World Tour Sydney. This interview is part of a series exploring how agentic AI is transforming Aussie businesses. Visit agentforce.com for more information.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 slips to three month low One Nation support surges Nationals front bench announced Charges against Antony Catalano Aussies miss out at Oscars Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank set to raise interest rates, as the war in the Middle East increases inflation pressures. The local housing market has its worst week all year. YouTube surpasses Disney to become the largest media company in terms of revenue. Why an ASX listed stock lost 90 per cent in one session Porsche cuts jobs as it tries to recover from its less than successful electric vehicle strategy Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, an investor’s secret weapon explained. 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 Reserve Bank board meets today and tomorrow, with all four big banks tipping an interest rate hike. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what the RBA might do, the impact of the Middle East conflict, and what to expect from this week's labour force figures too.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael hits Sean and Adam with five questions — no notice, no prep — all their use of cash. Who still carries it, when did they last receive it, and would they miss it if cash disappeared tomorrow?Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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 down QANTAS Covid settlement Iron ore surge Inflation rising US, Iran threats Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 13 March 2026 Australia eases emissions standards on petrol as the price of oil surges amid a slump in supply from the Middle East. The first signs of cracks in household spending emerge. Australia’s tech golden child, Atlassian, cuts 1,600 jobs. One-in-seven Australians experience personal fraud each year Hedgehogs and badgers to replace Winston Churchill and Jane Austen on British pound notes. Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, an investor’s secret weapon explained. 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.

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the biggest strategic investments for major companies.Sean Aylmer speaks with Telstra CFO Michael Ackland, fresh from winning the Investor Engagement Excellence Award at the CFO Awards, about how the telco is using AI to improve customer service, increase productivity and train its workforce, while avoiding the risk of over-investing in a rapidly evolving technology.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 tumbles 1.3pc Aussie dollar hits 4 year high Royal Commission advisor quits KFC’s Germany push US prepares new tariff round Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 12 March 2026 A rate hike next week looks increasingly likely after the Reserve Bank Deputy Governor said failing to raise rates could be a problem for the economy. Australia shuts down diplomatic missions in the Middle East as bombing in the region escalates Matt Canavan elected to lead the Nationals The federal government spends $200m to support a local data centre player Amazon pushes robo-taxis without steering wheels, an accelerator or a brake Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, an investor’s secret weapon explained. 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.

Long queues outside the ABC Bullion store in Sydney became a familiar sight over the last six months as the price of gold surged and investors rushed to buy the precious metal.Sean Aylmer speaks with Jordan Eliseo, General Manager of ABC Bullion, about the demand for gold and silver, why self-managed super funds are allocating more to precious metals, and how he's seeing investors using gold to diversify portfolios in an uncertain economic environment.This is general information only. Seek professional advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions. ABC Bullion is a partner of Fear & Greed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Scott Morrison cleared Allegra Spender’s tax overhaul Anthropic to open in Australia US attacks mine-laying boats Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 11 March 2026 The local sharemarket rebounds from Monday’s plunge, but remains at the whim of Donald Trump’s commentary. Australia sends hardware and personnel to the Middle East. The value of housing across the country passes $12 trillion for the first time. David Littleproud resigns as leader of the federal Nationals Aussies heading to Europe take the long way around Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, an investor’s secret weapon explained. 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.

Agentic AI promises productivity gains - but what does it actually look like inside a real business?Sean Aylmer speaks with Anouk Darling, CEO of student accommodation provider Scape, about how the company is using agentic AI to manage tens of thousands of student queries, automate parts of the student journey, and free up staff to focus on the human side of the business.Fear & Greed is proud to partner with Salesforce for the Agentforce World Tour Sydney. This interview is part of a series exploring how agentic AI is transforming Aussie businesses. Visit agentforce.com for more information.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 rebounds Iranian soccer players granted visas Glencore considering listing on ASX Kyle Sandilands demands to return to air Apple shifts iPhone production to India Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 10 March 2026 The local share market wipes out $90 billion as oil prices head towards $US120 a barrel. Iron ore stockpiles in China threaten the big miners and the federal budget bottom line Porn sites in Australia block local users on the back of new age verification laws Commonwealth Bank reports two mortgage brokers and several accountants to police over what could be a $1 billion fraud How the world is becoming much more health conscious, when it comes to alcohol Plus the third interview in our Accelerator series with Airwallex. Today’s guest: Justin Hales, founder and CEO of Camplify, on taking an Australian success story global.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The local share market tumbled almost 3% as tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices sharply higher, and investors started worrying about the impact on global growth.Sean Aylmer speaks with AMP’s Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy, Dr Shane Oliver, about why oil shocks still matter for markets, how long this volatility might last, and whether investors should be worried about a deeper sell-off.This is general information only. You should seek advice tailored to you before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 sinks on oil fears Airlines expand refunds Iran soccer team safety fears Boomers’ wealth hits $6 trillion Ex-rapper wins Nepal election Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 9 March 2026 The local share market is set to tumble after the price of oil pushes above $US92 a barrel. Some petrol wholesalers begin rationing supplies to service stations Australia Post managed to deliver more than 3,000 parcels a minute during the Christmas rush A strong week for auctions How the boom in date centres created a boom in “man camps” Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, a sceptic’s guide to Manifesting March. 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.

Are we too negative about the economy? After last week's strong GDP figure - and some welcome news about productivity - Michael Thompson talks to economist Stephen Koukoulas about whether we're too quick to talk down the economy... and whether the green shoots can last.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean hits Michael and Adam with five questions — no notice, no prep — all about how they use the internet, their trust in AI, and whether Google has a place in search anymore.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A surprisingly strong result for the economy, volatile financial markets, a landmark legal case affecting all Australian companies, and a $200 million radio show disintegrates. 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.Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 6 March 2026 The former directors of Star Entertainment are found to have not broken the law, when hundreds of millions of dollars was laundered through the company’s casino operations. Canadian PM Mark Carney calls for a collaboration of middle power countries. Australia’s major airports spend up big, but customers are likely to bare the cost Mexican theme restaurants lead the rush of new fast food outlets across Australia NATO air defences shoot down an Iranian ballistic missile heading towards Turkish airspace Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, a sceptic’s guide to Manifesting March. 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.

Last week, Sean Aylmer spoke with Domain President Jason Pellegrino about what CoStar ownership means for the platform - from residential scale to a new commercial-property data push.This week, the conversation shifts to leadership: how you guide a company through major change, how you bring two cultures together, and what it’s like returning to the same business - as the same leader - and having to tell staff, customers and the market that “everything’s changed”.Domain is a supporter of Fear & Greed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 bounces 0.4pc Military to help stranded Aussies home Household spending rises Airport parking profits surge China’s low growth target Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 5 March 2026 Economic growth in Australia accelerates, increasing the likelihood of higher interest rates. The local sharemarket has its worst day since April last year Oil prices surge, while gold prices fall Fighting in the Middle East escalates as Australia rushes to get citizens home A new type of drug that resists overdoses Plus the second interview in our Accelerator series with Airwallex. Today’s guest: David Holland from Employment Hero on culture and international growth at an Australian HR-tech unicorn.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s economy is growing faster than expected. New GDP figures show the economy expanded by 2.6 per cent through 2025 — its fastest pace in almost three years — helped by government spending, strong business investment including data centres, and resilient consumer demand.Belinda Allen, Head of Australian Economics at Commonwealth Bank, joins Sean Aylmer to unpack the numbers, and she explains why the strong economy, the inflation challenge, and international uncertainty have put the RBA in a pickle.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 falls 1.9pc Commercial flights leave Dubai for Sydney Businesses reject push for 5 weeks leave Endeavour to keep liquor & pubs Apple launches new Macbooks Join our free daily newsletter here.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 4 March 2026 The Reserve Bank Governor warns that another rate hike is a live option as the Iranian conflict pushes oil prices higher. The Middle East conflict escalates with the Australian Defence Force headquarters in the UAE hit The richest programme in radio, the Kyle and Jackie O Show, collapses after a spat between the two stars Apple and Google launch versions of cheaper mobile phones Weight-loss drugs might help heart attack victims’ recovery Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, a sceptic’s guide to Manifesting March. 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.

Enterprise AI is moving fast, and it’s already moved beyond large language models. The focus now is on “agentic AI”: systems that combine raw AI intelligence with business logic, workflows and governance to deliver predictable, enterprise-grade outcomes.Sean Aylmer speaks with Sanjna Parulekar, Senior Vice President of Product Marketing for Agentforce at Salesforce, about how companies overcome the “last mile” challenge of moving from pilot to production, and why in three years agents won’t feel revolutionary - they’ll just feel normal.Fear & Greed is proud to partner with Salesforce for the Agentforce World Tour Sydney. This interview is part of a series exploring how agentic AI is transforming Aussie businesses. Visit agentforce.com for more information.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.