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Ask Fear & Greed: Why is the Productivity Commission ignored?

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Friday 17 July 2026

BHP’s share price falls and Commonwealth Bank closes the gap in the fight to be the biggest company on the ASX. 
Foxtel and Stan up their prices on the back of sports rights deals
The US military to introduce screening for testosterone
Wall Street banks hit record profits
Pauline Hanson under fire as she relaxes in Sicily with Gina Rinehart

 

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Friday 17 July 2026
BHP&rsquo;s share price falls and Commonwealth Bank closes the gap in the fight to be the biggest company on the ASX.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Foxtel and Stan up their prices on the back of sports rights deals</li>
<li aria-level="1">The US military to introduce screening for testosterone</li>
<li aria-level="1">Wall Street banks hit record profits</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pauline Hanson under fire as she relaxes in Sicily with Gina Rinehart</li>
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BHP v CBA for #1; streaming services up prices; testosterone screening for US soldiers

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Private credit has become one of Australia's fastest-growing asset classes. But with higher interest rates, a slowing economy and growing pressure in parts of the property market, investors are asking whether the next credit crunch is around the corner.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Laurence Hart, CEO of Corval Avenue, about whether Australia's debt markets can withstand a more volatile environment, where the opportunities and risks lie in private credit today, and why he believes pockets of distress could create opportunities for well-positioned investors. Hart explains why he still sees plenty of liquidity in the market, how to choose a private credit manager, and where private credit fits within a diversified investment portfolio.

This is general information only. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

Corval Avenue works with BlueChip Communication, which is a supporter of Fear & Greed.

Private credit has become one of Australia's fastest-growing asset classes. But with higher interest rates, a slowing economy and growing pressure in parts of the property market, investors are asking whether the next credit crunch is around the corner. Sean Aylmer speaks with Laurence Hart, CEO of Corval Avenue, about whether Australia's debt markets can withstand a more volatile environment, where the opportunities and risks lie in private credit today, and why he believes pockets of distress could create opportunities for well-positioned investors. Hart explains why he still sees plenty of liquidity in the market, how to choose a private credit manager, and where private credit fits within a diversified investment portfolio. This is general information only. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions. Corval Avenue works with BlueChip Communication, which is a supporter of Fear &amp; Greed.

Q+A: Credit crunch or buying opportunity?

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