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There's a lot going on in the telecommunications sector right now. TPG released its results yesterday, at the same time as Aussie Broadband lobbed a bid for smaller rival Superloop. And in the last week or two we've learnt how much the 2023 Optus outage cost, and what areas of Telstra'a business are booming.Telecommunications expert Paul Budde from Paul Budde Consultancy talks Sean Aylmer through the sector's ins and outs - and why the results matter for consumers.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. Market closes higher $US897 million pay packet Insurance premiums surge Adairs, Kogan surge 31,000 Ukrainian deaths in 2 years Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 26 February 2024 Two of Australia’s biggest lenders downgrade their outlook for house prices as auction rates soften.  Also today: A major overhaul for universities to help out poorer students Office vacancies might be at their highest level in years, but industrial real estate and pubs are going well And Warren Buffet warns that the very good times might be over Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? It’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. 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.

Many of the consumer-facing companies are household names. But which ones delivered results for investors this reporting season?Ben Gilbert is the Head of Australian Research at Jarden, leading their research team and consumer sector coverage. He takes Sean Aylmer through the stocks that hit the mark, and the ones that didn't.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 Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas 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.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka Original air date: November 30, 2021 Original show notes: The pandemic hit many companies but one of the biggest and first to fall was Virgin Australia, which went under in April 2020. It then became the first airline in Australian history to exit voluntary administration. Jane Hrdlicka was tasked with the rebuild, taking over as CEO in November last year. One year on, the incredibly impressive businesswoman, who is also Chair of Tennis Australia, discusses what they've achieved and the challenges ahead.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.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 stocks lead the way Brambles solid Woodside’s $2.1b deal Middle East negotiations Nvidia booms Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 23 February 2024 Qantas shares slump after the carrier announces a lower profit but promises to spend more on customers.  Also today: The federal government inadvertently sends the fee structure of 400 major businesses to their competitors.  US chipmaker Nvidia more than tripled revenue in the last quarter And Taylor Swift doesn’t break the internet, but she pushes the network to its limits. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about debt recycling - a possible investment strategy for those with a mortgage. 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.

First, Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka announced she was stepping down. Then Qantas announced a new chair. Then the Government declared it will audit slots at Sydney Airport. Finally Qantas delivered its half-year results, with a lower profit and a $400 million share buyback.Aviation commentator Geoffrey Thomas, editor-in-chief of airlineratings.com, talks to Sean about aviation's jumbo week - and what it all means for the sector and airfares.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.