This time last year, we were bracing for a wave of business insolvencies when Government support was withdrawn. But it never happened and the rate is actually less than pre-COVID.

KordaMentha Executive Director James Wagg discusses the possibility of mass insolvencies looming for zombie companies that have limped through COVID.  

This time last year, we were bracing for a wave of business insolvencies when Government support was withdrawn. But it never happened and the rate is actually less than pre-COVID.
KordaMentha Executive Director James Wagg discusses the possibility of mass insolvencies looming for zombie companies that have limped through COVID.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Interview: Is there a reckoning coming for zombie companies?

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Friday 11 September 2026

The local sharemarket has one of its worst days of the year as oil prices push beyond $US100 a barrel.
US President Donald Trump offers voters $US5,000 if they vote Republican in the upcoming mid-terms
American NFL arrives in Melbourne
Hollywood has its biggest box office summer in its biggest market ever
Nine Media’s Stan to retain the rights to the English Premier League

 

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Friday 11 September 2026
The local sharemarket has one of its worst days of the year as oil prices push beyond $US100 a barrel.
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<li aria-level="1">US President Donald Trump offers voters $US5,000 if they vote Republican in the upcoming mid-terms</li>
<li aria-level="1">American NFL arrives in Melbourne</li>
<li aria-level="1">Hollywood has its biggest box office summer in its biggest market ever</li>
<li aria-level="1">Nine Media&rsquo;s Stan to retain the rights to the English Premier League</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> - Your super is changing. Here's what to check. 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.

ASX tumbles; Trump promises $US5,000 to every American; NFL hits Melbourne

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The collapse of the Sydney property developer Bathla Group has put private credit - and its risks - firmly in the spotlight. But is the sector facing a crisis, or simply going through a normal investment cycle?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Alan Greenstein, CEO and co-founder of Zagga, about his take on the current situation. They discuss what's changed in real estate private credit, why investors are becoming more focused on capital preservation than headline returns, and why global capital continues to see opportunity in Australia.

Zagga is a supporter of Fear & Greed.

This is general information only, and you should seek advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions.

The collapse of the Sydney property developer Bathla Group has put private credit - and its risks - firmly in the spotlight. But is the sector facing a crisis, or simply going through a normal investment cycle? Sean Aylmer speaks with Alan Greenstein, CEO and co-founder of Zagga, about his take on the current situation. They discuss what's changed in real estate private credit, why investors are becoming more focused on capital preservation than headline returns, and why global capital continues to see opportunity in Australia. Zagga is a supporter of Fear &amp; Greed. This is general information only, and you should seek advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions.

Q+A: “This cannot be a crisis. It’s got to be a cycle”

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This is the Fear & 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 as oil tops $US100


Rudd warns Australia risks becoming ‘second-rate’


Queensland faces credit rating downgrade


Breville boss sells $4.3m in shares


Samsung welcomes Apple to the fold

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ASX tumbles as oil tops $US100
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Rudd warns Australia risks becoming &lsquo;second-rate&rsquo;
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Queensland faces credit rating downgrade
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Breville boss sells $4.3m in shares
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Samsung welcomes Apple to the fold
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Afternoon Report | ASX tumbles as oil tops $US100

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