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Fast Five by Fear and Greed

Fear and Greed
S&P ASX 200
Inflation
Commonwealth Bank
Kamala Harris
Joe Biden
Donald Trump
Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Interest Rates
ASX 200
Global Markets
China
Aldi
Rupert Murdoch
Deadpool and Wolverine
Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
Covid-19
Regional Express
BHP
Lebanon
Australia

Five business news stories in five minutes, with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. When you remove the grey, you get your news quicker. Find out more at fearandgreed.com.au

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Monday 9 February 2026

The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson.

• Profit season to spark wild ride

• AI spend hits $1 trillion annually

• Coalition reforms

• Bumper week for home sales

• Men’s ski... more

This week the Washington Post (owned by Amazon's Jeff Bezos) sacked 300 journalists, reducing its newsroom by about a third. Michael and Sean talk about the impact of the decision, the business of newspapers, and Sean's own experience of having to ma... more

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.

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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 tumbles

• Rio-Glencore deal off

• Coalition still divided

• B... more

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Hosts

Michael Thompson
Co-host delivering key insights on business news and market performance, with diverse roles across the network including hosting various segments.
Sean Aylmer
Co-host providing commentary on significant business stories, offering an engaging style alongside Michael Thompson.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Constantly bashing the right wing side of politics

    When I first started listening this podcast was just business news. Now it seems to be all news regardless of if it is business related or not. Sean unashamedly displays his love of the left side of politics as he consistently beats up the right and downplays the failings of the left. Journalism should be unbiased but clearly even a non major news source can’t help but ignore their own biases

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Reviewer 0685
    Australia10 months ago
  • Not about business

    I don’t like how Sean is constantly talking about trump in a negative way. This podcast is supposed to be about business news and not bashing politics. Unfollowed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kristian12345678910
    Australiaa year ago
  • Short & Sweet

    Great daily wrap up of the major market movers. Perfect length to absorb while dealing with all the other daily crises at home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wil from BrisVegas
    Australia3 years ago
  • Brilliant

    😍 love this podcast,wish it was 5 minutes longer,very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandygirl0077
    Australia5 years ago
  • Must listen

    This is a must listen if you want to know what is going on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Djlngild
    Australia5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback indicates some concerns about political bias in discussions, particularly regarding comments on various political figures.
The podcast is regularly described as engaging and perfect for busy professionals looking to stay updated.
Listeners enjoy the quick and informative format, appreciating the concise delivery of daily business news.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#40
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#107
Australia/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#216
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#239
New Zealand/Business/Investing

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Q: Where do you think this goes in the future?
The future looks bright for Build to Rent, with substantial projects in Melbourne and a commitment to affordable housing.
Could this be the answer to Australia's rental crisis?
Q: Who are your typical customers or renters?
The model appeals to a broad audience, including millennials tired of frequent relocations, students seeking social engagement, and downsizers looking for convenience in urban settings.
Could this be the answer to Australia's rental crisis?
Q: What is Build to Rent?
Build to Rent is a model where institutional investors own entire apartment blocks and offer long-term leases to tenants, providing benefits such as stability and community amenities.
Dividend investing: How to pick quality income stocks
Q: What is important for income-focused investors when considering dividends?
Stability is often more important than growth, as a cut in dividends can significantly impact lifestyle when relying on them for income.
Dividend investing: How to pick quality income stocks
Q: Can you give us examples of compelling dividend stocks?
BHP and AGL are examples of stocks with promising dividend outlooks, despite some market concerns.

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