Wednesday 28 August 2024 BHP announces a $20 billion underlying profit and looks ready to acquire more assets.  And more, including: The federal government introduces new caps for international students  Guzman y Gomez announces its first results as a listed company And why the cost-of-living crisis is helping Coles Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - ten money myths busted. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday mining giant BHP handed down its full year profit, highlighting just how important iron ore is to the business, and how efficient they are at mining it. Andrew Geoghegan from Ausbiz speaks with Vandita Pant, BHP’s Chief Financial Officer, about the company’s results, iron ore assets, steel demand in China, the success of the copper business, and the failed bid for Anglo-American.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 at ausbiz.com.au - it's free.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee 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 lower Woodside ups energy spending Austal’s $US24m fine Short stay levy Temu founder’s fortune tumbles Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Luke asks: Is it just me, or are markets way off in pricing in rate cuts, more so than normal? I’m not old enough to have paid much attention to market changes prior to 2014, but it seems that the COVID pandemic was completely unprecedented and the shock waves are unable to be managed as a result. We have high inflation, strong eco growth, good unemployment numbers, decent real estate and people still have plenty of money to spend (less and less each month however). Is this normal historically? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 27 August 2024 The government outlines its plans for an overhaul of the Australian aviation sector.  And more, including: Companies are grappling with the new ‘right to disconnect’ laws introduced this week The cost-of-living crisis hits the humble chicken schnitty And IKEA takes on eBay Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - six side hustles you may not have considered. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the new 'right to disconnect' came into effect, changing the way workplaces can engage with employees outside of normal working hours.Amanda Lyras, partner in the Workplace Relations, Employment and Safety team at Clayton Utz, talks to Sean Aylmer about what businesses need to do to comply with the new rules.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee 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. Banks lead market PM heads to Tonga Bendigo disappoints Lithium troubles Viva refinery booming Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 26 August 2024 Variable home loan rates start to fall just as the spring selling season kicks off.  ANZ hit with an extra $250 million capital charge Chicken might be the number one protein consumer in Australia, but sales are slowing And digital X-rays find the second biggest diamond ever discovered Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - six side hustles you may not have considered. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Daniel Petre AO, philanthropist and co-founder of Airtree Ventures Original publication date: 15 June 2021 Original description: Sean Aylmer speaks to Daniel Petre AO, philanthropist and founder of Airtree Ventures, about why Australians aren't very good at philanthropy - and whether an inheritance tax can encourage wealthy individuals to donate while they're still alive.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.