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Tuesday 28 November 2023 The Australian dollar is gaining friends with forecasts that the currency is heading back above 70 US cents.  Also today: The boss of Home Affairs was sacked yesterday over dealings with lobbyists – the first time that’s happened to a federal department head Hamilton Island is no longer for sale And get ready for higher insurance premiums Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When NAB executive Ana Marinkovic was visiting businesses in regional Australia recently, a potato farmer revealed he was paying workers $95 per hour to pick produce. It reveals the stark reality of the labour shortage, which when combined with high interest rates and inflation, have created a perfect storm of conditions for Australian small business.Ana Marinkovic, Executive General Manager, Small Business Bank at NAB, tells Sean Aylmer that 2024 is going to be even harder - and shares some advice for Australians looking to start their own small business.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 down Newspoll puts Labor, coalition tied New British RBA deputy Super funds head to UK Hopes for further Gaza pause Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 27 November 2023 The Reserve Bank overhaul is about to kick off in the halls of Parliament.  Also today: Amazon tells thousands of Australian staff members that WFH might make them less likely to be promoted.  Legal complaint against Meta claims the company knew users were under 13yo And Gen X has surpassed Millennials on exchange traded funds Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 has been quite robust for M&A activity, despite the rising rate environment and general economic uncertainty.Sandy Mak, Head of Corporate at independent law firm at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, talks to Sean Aylmer about the major players in M&A activity, some of the big deals we've seen, and what we can expect in 2024.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.

Fear & Greed is very excited to be working on the weekly Mumbrellacast - a look at everything under Australia's media and marketing umbrella. There's a new episode every Wednesday - follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Original release date: Wednesday 22 November 2023 In this week’s Mumbrellacast:  Kyle & Jackie O sign historic ten-year deal; is this the beginning of the end for SCA?   Also on this episode: We talk to ARN CEO Ciaran Davis about the huge deal And we look at the fallout from Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin’s resignation this week and how the telco can bounce back Join Neil Griffiths & Adam Lang for a look at everything under Australia’s media and marketing umbrella.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Adam Lang go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Jennifer Duke 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. Market closes up AustralianSuper lashes Origin bid Free childcare recommendation WFH redundancy warning Financial literacy shock Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 24 November 2023 A surprise last-minute alternative proposal for Origin Energy has delayed a critical vote.  Also today: Black Friday is kicking off with a cash splash predicted despite the cost of living crisis.  Sam Altman returns to OpenAI And a new beverage has been launched that promises to make you less drunk the more you drink Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week, it’s all about making the most of an unexpected windfall. 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.