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FedEx is one of the largest shipping and delivery companies in the world - and it’s presence in the highly-competitive Australian market is growing. Peter Langley, FedEx Regional Vice President, talks to Jennifer Duke about the scale of the business, and the extraordinary logistics involved in the e-commerce boom.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 higher Harvey Norman surprises Complications for the energy transition IAG under fire Super fund performance tests Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 31 August 2023 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a date for the Voice referendum, kicking off six weeks of political campaigning.  Also today: Inflation is slowing much faster than expected, potentially giving mortgage holders a reprieve next week Meta shuts down almost 8000 accounts after discovering a Chinese “spamouflage” campaign of misinformation Clothing brand City Chic posts a big loss as consumers shift their spending Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about using frequent flyer points to get the best flights. 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.

When the Federal Government legislated Australia's emissions reduction target of 43 per cent by 2030, and net zero emissions by 2050, businesses were given certainty over the road ahead. But now the pressure is on to achieve those emissions reductions goals.Carl Duncan, CEO of energy services company NRG-ONE, talks to Jennifer Duke about the challenges businesses face in the net zero transition.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 higher Flight Centre's big turnaround A sad day for Melbourne fashion label $6 billion renewable power pledge ASIC focuses on hardship Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 30 August 2023 The Reserve Bank’s incoming governor uses her first major speech to issue a climate change warning.  Also today: Virgin Australia and Flight Centre hit out at the government and Qantas over the blocked Qatar Airways bid Star Entertainment reveals a big loss after a troubled 2023 And federal politicians set to receive their biggest pay rise in a decade Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week it’s all about using frequent flyer points to get the best flights. 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.

Right now, everybody’s talking about AI. The conversation ranges from the global challenges over regulation, right through to how businesses can best use the technology to improve productivity.New research from global small business platform Xero shows that 80% of small businesses are concerned that AI development and adoption is outpacing regulation.James Bergin, Executive General Manager - Technology Strategy & Integration at Xero, talks to Jennifer Duke about how businesses can use AI in a safe, responsible and productive way.Xero is a supporter of Fear and GreedFind 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 higher Strike threatens global energy markets Joyce backs NZ statehood Good news for renters Women returning to the workforce  Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 29 August 2023 The government concedes it is doing Qantas favours, as boss Alan Joyce defends the group’s mega profit in parliament. Fortescue Metals mining boss quits after just six months  Behind Nike’s record streak of share price losses And Netflix loses subscribers in Australia for the first time in eight years Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salary, work-life balance, career development, management, culture - knowing what jobseekers value in a role means you stand a better chance of attracting the right people.Sean Aylmer talks to Caroline North, SEEK’s Research Manager for the Laws of Attraction survey, about the top priorities for potential employees, and how businesses can use the Laws of Attraction portal to help find the best candidates.SEEK is a supporter of Fear and GreedFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.