FEAR & GREED | Business News Terror attack in Bondi; housing market stalls; PE’s interest in 2nd division football club
Dec 14, 2025
A tragic terrorist attack in Sydney leaves the city in shock as 12 lives are lost during a Hanukkah festival. Meanwhile, the Australian housing market experiences a slowdown in response to rising interest rates. In a surprising legal twist, former ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott sues the board over stripped bonuses. The surge in ETF investment highlights a growing trend among Australian investors. On the football front, a second-division club attracts private equity interest, signaling a shift in the sport's financial landscape.
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Terror Attack At Bondi Shocks Nation
- Australia faced its worst mass shooting since Port Arthur with a targeted attack on Jewish Australians at Bondi Beach.
- The incident involved two gunmen, improvised explosive devices, and arrests in western Sydney as the investigation unfolded.
Budget Update May Rework EV Incentives
- The government is preparing a mid-year economic update with tight reprioritisations and $20 billion of cuts.
- Potential changes include reduced EV discounts and reallocations across disaster response and pensions.
Pause Before Listing In A Rate-Sensitive Market
- Expect the housing auction market to pause as buyers adjust to higher-for-longer interest rate guidance.
- Sellers should time listings carefully because Reserve Bank signals can quickly dampen clearance rates.