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It’s been a huge 24 hours for the global economy. First, the US Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by half a percentage point. Then local labour force numbers for August showed the number of people with jobs increased by 47,500 - well above expectations.Diana Mousina, AMP’s Deputy Chief Economist, talks to Sean Aylmer about what it all means for the Reserve Bank board meeting next week.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. Employment surges Resources lead ASX Aus abstains UN vote Woolworths pressure Walkie-talkie attack Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 19 September 2024 60,000 workers protest across the country as relations between unions and the government worsen.  Big miner Rio Tinto announces plans to plant 750,000 trees.  Moody’s Ratings warns more households will fall behind in their mortgage repayments as the cost of living crisis bites And Meta moves to restrict children from accessing Instagram New podcast alert: The Property Pendulum, brought to you by Domain and Fear & Greed, is out today. Find out which way the property market will swing, and how to make the most of it. This week’s episode: Four things every home buyer needs to know before making an offer. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Found the perfect property? Before you make an offer, follow this checklist to give yourself the best chance of success.Alice Stolz, National Property Editor at Domain, and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson go through the four things every home buyer needs to know before making an offer.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Considering a tree change? The Regional Australia Institute has just released its Good Life Guide, comparing regions and metropolitan areas around the country, in terms of income, house prices and lifestyle. Liz Ritchie, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute, talks to Sean Aylmer about the benefits of regional living, and the potential for our regions to be an economic powerhouse.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. Miners struggle Class action against Harvey Norman New Hope eyes mines Pagers as weapons Rate cut for Fed Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 18 September 2024 The federal government announces its 19th free trade deal, this time with the United Arab Emirates, as it eyes off billions of dollars in potential investments.  And more, including: Money manager Regal Partners shakes up the funds management industry by bidding for rival Platinum Asset Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists the government and business are in sync And the work from home revolution is waning, with Amazon ordering everyone back to the office Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to have money conversations with ageing parents. 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 rate of business failures is now at its highest level since January 2021, in the middle of the pandemic. Business payment defaults are also at record levels, with more businesses struggling to pay suppliers.Patrick Coghlan, CEO of CreditorWatch, talks to Sean Aylmer about the August Business Risk Index, and why conditions are likely to get worse before they improve.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. Tech leads the way Iron ore price fears Star finance deal New Hope ups dividend Trump goes crypto Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Jonathan asks: I am aware of West Texas Intermediate oil and Brent Crude oil, but I was wondering is that it, or are there loads of other oil variants with many other names that for some reason we just don’t care to remember or mention?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.