Tuesday 6 April 2021 

COVID-19 cases around the world accelerate as new waves of different variants overrun some economies.

Also today:
The federal government warns on a minimum wage increase.
A travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand could be announced as early as today.
And Wall Street surges to new record highs

Plus an interview with Brian Hartzer, former CEO of Westpac about life running a major bank and the lessons he’s learnt.

Tuesday 6 April 2021&nbsp;
COVID-19 cases around the world accelerate as new waves of different variants overrun some economies.
Also today:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The federal government warns on a minimum wage increase.</li>
<li aria-level="1">A travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand could be announced as early as today.</li>
<li aria-level="1">And Wall Street surges to new record highs</li>
</ul>
Plus an interview with Brian Hartzer, former CEO of Westpac about life running a major bank and the lessons he&rsquo;s learnt.

Business news you can use. A daily business news podcast with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au

Business news you can use. A daily business news podcast with journalists <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-aylmer-9922068/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-aylmer-9922068/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1689199223540000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0wu3ezGEfBZFYspJbTTaYL">Sean Aylmer</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcwthompson/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcwthompson/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1689199223540000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08pZ8jZ88rHJgCfbHkTr5k">Michael Thompson</a>.&nbsp;Find out more at&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/7AmQCOMxmAtl5q0qiE-KY7?domain=fearandgreed.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/7AmQCOMxmAtl5q0qiE-KY7?domain%3Dfearandgreed.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1689199223540000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1DLq_FuqjEt3HC-ZK1704H">https://fearandgreed.com.au</a>

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FEAR & GREED | Business News

Daily business news for people who make their own decisions, with business journalist Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au

Daily business news for people who make their own decisions, with business journalist <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-aylmer-9922068/">Sean Aylmer</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcwthompson/">Michael Thompson</a>. Find out more at <a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/7AmQCOMxmAtl5q0qiE-KY7?domain=fearandgreed.com.au/">https://fearandgreed.com.au</a>

Global COVID surge, minimum wage warning, travel bubble imminent

Monday 7 September 2026

Parliament resumes in Canberra, with social media reform, illicit tobacco and family trusts on the agenda. 
The Tesla model y knocks off the dual cab utes to become the best-selling vehicle in Australia. 
Tensions rise in the middle east, after the US attacks Iranian oil tankers
The spring selling season kicks off with a whimper,
Finally something robots aren’t good at: making pizza.

 

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And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?- twelve months to financial freedom. Get the episode from Apple, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Monday 7 September 2026
Parliament resumes in Canberra, with social media reform, illicit tobacco and family trusts on the agenda.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The Tesla model y knocks off the dual cab utes to become the best-selling vehicle in Australia.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tensions rise in the middle east, after the US attacks Iranian oil tankers</li>
<li aria-level="1">The spring selling season kicks off with a whimper,</li>
<li aria-level="1">Finally something robots aren&rsquo;t good at: making pizza.</li>
</ul>
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Hit follow on the podcast so you don&rsquo;t miss the latest news, and join our free <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup">daily newsletter here</a>.&nbsp;
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And don&rsquo;t miss the latest episode of <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/how-do-they-afford-that-sugar-mamma-canna-campbell/">How Do They Afford That?</a> - twelve months to financial freedom. Get the episode from <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-do-they-afford-that/id1644255235">Apple</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1EW5WRlRh7MovSBNkk6dG8?si=b2203ec2fa934a14">Spotify</a> or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Parliament returns for policy showdown; Tesla tops sales; spring auctions stumble

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The headlines have been dominated by inflation, stronger-than-expected economic growth and the prospect of another interest rate hike. But what's the outlook through a business lens?

Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for a look at five reasons Australian businesses can be more optimistic right now – from rising investment and resilient household spending to wages, lower government demand and the global economy.

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The headlines have been dominated by inflation, stronger-than-expected economic growth and the prospect of another interest rate hike. But what's the outlook through a business lens? Michael Thompson is joined by economist&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.marketeconomics.com.au/stephen-koukoulas&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1789128306830077&amp;usg=AOvVaw1A8HMPc0NE0joJgGk6kjpt">Stephen Koukoulas</a>&nbsp;for a&nbsp;look at five reasons Australian businesses can be more optimistic right now &ndash; from rising investment and resilient household spending to wages, lower government demand and the global economy. Join our<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1789128306830077&amp;usg=AOvVaw1364PBCcv97nRVrr9UWW2G">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

Q+A: The Week Ahead | 7 Sep 2026

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Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.

This is an exciting episode for us: our new book called Twelve Months to Financial Freedom has just launched in shops around the country. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as we explore our favourite parts from the book, from the handy guide to budgeting and setting up a side hustle, to asking for a pay rise and getting started in shares.

Pick up your copy of Twelve Months to Financial Freedom at Big W, bookshops or online now!

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The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

​Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

Fear &amp; Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts. This is an exciting episode for us: our new book called&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com.au/Twelve-Months-Financial-Freedom-control/dp/1761473689/ref%3Dsr_1_2?crid%3D26J7ME8BBPIVJ%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SbkZtxR23fV5tCZNUbM6UFTqlDSnoQ8waXVXX58A3lu7Yqqw07irP02uGmj72B3O_NgeTrLRo1EBJkdavgZhw6VVl2vqujaPcuyTBFL9T6AwQ55YmQjkUlixlyYh7GCCQsUbh9fjL-HIeusAsdMOzj6mB0TgLuwXoDx5bEexjTfqDg0bE-VU8h0TbK-qgWc-8sT5Jl-7g9AY2JKJHW0H3yK4A_Fg1JfwBhT2iAplUpw.STGvO5Petet9H3_LCUgAPrObMlCWpwGtcVMOZ4s0Uj0%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%26qid%3D1784934635%26s%3Dbooks%26sprefix%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%252Cstripbooks%252C223%26sr%3D1-2&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mq6wBzQjm_8EnAjrXmI1i">Twelve Months to Financial Freedom</a>&nbsp;has just launched in shops around the country. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/sugarmammatv/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Cpy5N-XG1p8S6k5SDXPpX">Canna Campbell</a>&nbsp;- a financial planner for 20 years - and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw1lKyEyZuO9yEF6Nm1Y4CkS">Fear &amp; Greed</a>'s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/michaelthompsonauthor/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw3MqPlaRtxtgRAWugZfr5tl">Michael Thompson</a>&nbsp;as we explore our favourite parts from the book, from the handy guide to budgeting and setting up a side hustle, to asking for a pay rise and getting started in shares. Pick up your copy of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com.au/Twelve-Months-Financial-Freedom-control/dp/1761473689/ref%3Dsr_1_2?crid%3D26J7ME8BBPIVJ%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SbkZtxR23fV5tCZNUbM6UFTqlDSnoQ8waXVXX58A3lu7Yqqw07irP02uGmj72B3O_NgeTrLRo1EBJkdavgZhw6VVl2vqujaPcuyTBFL9T6AwQ55YmQjkUlixlyYh7GCCQsUbh9fjL-HIeusAsdMOzj6mB0TgLuwXoDx5bEexjTfqDg0bE-VU8h0TbK-qgWc-8sT5Jl-7g9AY2JKJHW0H3yK4A_Fg1JfwBhT2iAplUpw.STGvO5Petet9H3_LCUgAPrObMlCWpwGtcVMOZ4s0Uj0%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%26qid%3D1784934635%26s%3Dbooks%26sprefix%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%252Cstripbooks%252C223%26sr%3D1-2&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mq6wBzQjm_8EnAjrXmI1i">Twelve Months to Financial Freedom</a>&nbsp;at Big W, bookshops or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com.au/Twelve-Months-Financial-Freedom-control/dp/1761473689/ref%3Dsr_1_2?crid%3D26J7ME8BBPIVJ%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SbkZtxR23fV5tCZNUbM6UFTqlDSnoQ8waXVXX58A3lu7Yqqw07irP02uGmj72B3O_NgeTrLRo1EBJkdavgZhw6VVl2vqujaPcuyTBFL9T6AwQ55YmQjkUlixlyYh7GCCQsUbh9fjL-HIeusAsdMOzj6mB0TgLuwXoDx5bEexjTfqDg0bE-VU8h0TbK-qgWc-8sT5Jl-7g9AY2JKJHW0H3yK4A_Fg1JfwBhT2iAplUpw.STGvO5Petet9H3_LCUgAPrObMlCWpwGtcVMOZ4s0Uj0%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%26qid%3D1784934635%26s%3Dbooks%26sprefix%3Dtwelve%2Bmonths%2Bto%2Bfinancial%2Bfreedom%252Cstripbooks%252C223%26sr%3D1-2&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1788956235605942&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mq6wBzQjm_8EnAjrXmI1i">online</a>&nbsp;now! --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. ​Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

Twelve Months to Financial Freedom

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