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Gold is having a record breaking run right now, with the price of the precious metal surging well past $US3,000 an ounce. Gold has long been seen as a safe option - and the boom reflects the volatility in global markets at the moment.One of the main ways Australians invest in gold is through ETFs - Exchange Traded Funds. VanEck offers an ETF in this space called NUGG, focusing on Australian gold.Cameron McCormack, Senior Portfolio Manager at VanEck, talks to Sean Aylmer about the surge in gold, VanEck's bullion holdings in the Perth Mint, and why the precious metal might still have further to climb.This is general information only, and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 19 March 2025 Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers blasts Donald Trump’s tariffs and warns there’s few new big spending initiatives to be announced ahead of the federal election.  And more, including: Australian Robyn Denholm, chair of Tesla, is now a $1 billion woman.  And BYD announces a five minute charging system for electric vehicles.  Plus the RBA says the construction sector should pick up quickly, and Thailand to cut visitor visas. Join our free weekly newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - using the Bank of Mum & Dad to set up your kids. 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 property sector is one very mixed bag. From booming data centres, to the struggling residential space, the outlook for the sector is somewhat inconsistent.Lou Pirenc, Head of Property and REITs, Equity Research at Jarden Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about investing in industrial, commercial, retail and residential property.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisionsFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See 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. ASX200 closes flat Gold hits new record RBA building confidence Whyalla steelmaking to pause Israel strikes Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Brian asks: What determines the traded price of an ETF? I assume stock prices are set by supply and demand, but does an ETF buy and sell its own units to ensure the price stays in line with the relevant index?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions about business, investing, economics and politics. 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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 18 March 2025 The political temperature is heating up with the government and opposition trading barbs over polls, unions and the GST.  And more, including: The ACCC says airports’ income is surging, in part thanks to car parking fees.  And the new $5 note is set to break from tradition.  Plus the Edelman index shows a deterioration in trust across the country.  And Donald Trump is scheduled to talk to Vladimir Putin tonight.  Join our free weekly newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - good news for anyone with their head in the sand over their finances. 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 annual Edelman Trust Barometer paints a fairly bleak picture with a jump in people worried they are being lied to by government, business leaders and journalists. Tom Robinson, CEO of Edelman Australia, joins Sean Aylmer in the studio to talk about the latest report - the 25th year of the Barometer. And while the findings are quite grim, there's a bit of positivity for Australian businesses.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See 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. ASX200 jumps GST pressure Westpac-NAB musical chairs Gas deal China good news Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 17 March 2025 The local share market set to open much higher after tumbling ten per cent in four weeks, as Wall Street recovers somewhat.  And more, including: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirms he would consider troops on the ground in Ukraine, if asked.  And millions of welfare recipients set to get a bigger pay check from this week.  Plus a soft week for auctions and hundreds and US companies remove references to diversity and inclusion.  Join our free weekly newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - good news for anyone with their head in the sand over their finances. 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.