Tuesday 6 May 2025

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he wants to immediately cut student debts by 20pc, as he spent his first full day back at work speaking to global leaders, briefing the media, and discussing the ministry with Labor leaders. 
Westpac reports a slightly disappointing $3.3bn half year profit. 
Get set for lower petrol prices as oil production surges. 
A $3.7bn gold takeover gets the go-ahead.
Donald Trump wants to impost 100pc tariffs on offshore films, including those from Australia. 

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Tuesday 6 May 2025
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he wants to immediately cut student debts by 20pc, as he spent his first full day back at work speaking to global leaders, briefing the media, and discussing the ministry with Labor leaders.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Westpac reports a slightly disappointing $3.3bn half year profit.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Get set for lower petrol prices as oil production surges.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">A $3.7bn gold takeover gets the go-ahead.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Donald Trump wants to impost 100pc tariffs on offshore films, including those from Australia.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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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

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PM speaks to Trump, world leaders; Westpac profit disappoints; petrol prices set to fall

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Monday 24 August 2026

Bitcoin, gold and oil surge as geopolitical turmoil and fears of rate rises hits equities. 
The financial crimes watchdog cracks down on brokers, lawyers and accountants
The US and Canada go to war over trade
Aldi cuts back on its middle aisle specials
China hosts the first World Humanoid Robot Games, and the winner of the 100m dash is faster than Usain Bolt

 

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Monday 24 August 2026
Bitcoin, gold and oil surge as geopolitical turmoil and fears of rate rises hits equities.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The financial crimes watchdog cracks down on brokers, lawyers and accountants</li>
<li aria-level="1">The US and Canada go to war over trade</li>
<li aria-level="1">Aldi cuts back on its middle aisle specials</li>
<li aria-level="1">China hosts the first World Humanoid Robot Games, and the winner of the 100m dash is faster than Usain Bolt</li>
</ul>
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Bitcoin, gold surge; crackdown on lawyers, accountants, brokers; Aldi cuts specials

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The unemployment rate has risen to 4.5 per cent, hours worked are falling and wages growth is easing. So is it time for the RBA to rethink its view that Australia's labour market is still tight?

Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for the Week Ahead, looking at what the latest jobs numbers mean for interest rates and what to expect from this week's inflation figures.

They also preview business investment and household spending data, and ask whether Australians should be told exactly how each member of the RBA's Monetary Policy Board votes on interest rates.
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The unemployment rate has risen to 4.5 per cent, hours worked are falling and wages growth is easing. So is it time for the RBA to rethink its view that Australia's labour market is still tight? 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=1787919460857380&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Jqf9ERbi3RjAk9V4luMUe">Stephen Koukoulas</a>&nbsp;for the Week Ahead, looking at what the latest jobs numbers mean for interest rates and what to expect from this week's inflation figures. They also preview business investment and household spending data, and ask whether Australians should be told exactly how each member of the RBA's Monetary Policy Board votes on interest rates. Join our<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1787919460857380&amp;usg=AOvVaw0pfzZTyjrxrybAUqvUcwxO">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

Q+A: The Week Ahead | 24 Aug 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.


Today's episode is based on a listener question from Chris - who set an investing goal, and is now about to achieve it much earlier than they thought. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they answer Chris's question about setting financial goals, and dealing with the volatility and fluctuations of markets. 

Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right 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. Today's episode is based on a listener question from Chris - who set an investing goal, and is now about to achieve it much earlier than they thought. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/sugarmammatv/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1787750809640166&amp;usg=AOvVaw0PhafOisZISydomrdiguyB">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=1787750809640166&amp;usg=AOvVaw0oaxqwS8UO2TEvbvwfsFYH">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=1787750809640166&amp;usg=AOvVaw0B_Zv9e5VWxjq7VJQB6GhM">Michael Thompson</a>&nbsp;as they answer Chris's question about setting financial goals, and dealing with the volatility and fluctuations of markets.&nbsp; Canna and Michael have written a book!&nbsp;Twelve Months to Financial Freedom&nbsp;will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.bigw.com.au/product/twelve-months-to-financial-freedom-by-canna-campbell-and-michael-thompson/p/6082965?srsltid%3DAfmBOoqOyLzvmSzi-ox_ecxJz_fD1p54p3rNhbKY36nnwDGxWwmdHp3i&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1787750809640166&amp;usg=AOvVaw3CpRbLwSlIA9zDSVEFyOjZ">preorder your copy right now</a>.
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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&nbsp;Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

The market hit my goal before I did

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PM speaks to Trump, world leaders; Westpac profit disappoints; petrol prices set to fall

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