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Thursday 13 February 2025 Commonwealth Bank announced a bumper profit and dividend.  And more, including: The local share market closes at an all-time high.  And plenty going on in Canberra, from help for first home buyers to a promise to save REX airline.  Plus the illegal trade in tobacco gets some help from the government, and Italy cracks down on the mafia. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to choose the right roboadviser. 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.

Commonwealth Bank yesterday announced a profit of $5.13b for the six months to the end of December. CBA's Chief Executive Matt Comyn speaks to Ausbiz's Juliette Saly about the bumper result, cost of living pressure on customers, the impact of tariffs on the economy, and what he says to analysts who think CBA is overvalued.Fear & Greed is proud to partner with Ausbiz, 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.auYou can watch this interview with Matt Comyn here.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.  ASX hits new high Antisemitism video Evolution triples dividend Breville eyes China Trump-land Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 12 February 2025 Two of the country’s biggest companies report profits – and one pleases while the other disappoints.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is cautiously optimistic that the Trump Administration won’t levy tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium.  Get ready for more expensive bananas and sugar.  Plus Australia Post does a deal to open more bank branches in the bush, and consumers and businesses are slightly less grumpy than they were at the end of last year.  And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to choose the right roboadviser. 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 interview went in an unexpected direction. What started as a look at the AI boom, and whether it's a repeat of the internet explosion of the 90s, turned into an explanation of why Donald Trump is pursuing tariffs to achieve his economic goals for the US. Dr Kevin Hebner, Global Investment Strategist at Epoch Investment Partners, talks to Sean Aylmer from New York in a wide-ranging, fascinating interview.This is general information only. You should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.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.  ASX closes flat Consumer sentiment flattens Media co’s surge Breville eyes China Egypt says no Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Liam asks: We hear companies talking about net profit and underlying profit - but what's the difference? And yes, I've googled it before - but the question google can't answer for me is which one actually matters? 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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 11 February 2025 Some of Australia’s biggest companies are in the firing line after Donald Trump imposes across the board 25pc tariffs on metal products.  And more, including: JB HiFi posts a strong profit but its share price tumbles.  More bad news for WiseTech Global with new allegations against founder Richard White.  Plus profits from Ansell and carsales, and the last word on the Super Bowl.  And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - beware the pitfalls of property investing. 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.

Gold has been on a tear lately, with fears of a trade war pushing the price of the precious metal to new highs. But can it break through the $US3,000 ceiling, and what would that mean for investors?Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of online investment adviser Stockspot, talks to Sean Aylmer about the surge in the gold price, and how investors can think about the commodity.This is general information only. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions.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.  Trump tariffs HB HiFi, Carsales, Ansell profits Woolworths WFH edict Woodside anger Cook Islands deal with China Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.