A bumper week for the economy: December quarter GDP, household spending figures, building approvals and more. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to explore what it all means for Australian businesses, households and the RBA's battle against inflation.

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A bumper week for the economy: December quarter GDP, household spending figures, building approvals and more. 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=1772800569194360&amp;usg=AOvVaw0b5nuJwWRSFlq8JBvGuV3z">Stephen Koukoulas</a>&nbsp;to explore what it all means for Australian businesses, households and the RBA's battle against inflation. Join our<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1772800569194360&amp;usg=AOvVaw1SX-hXaWuopm2CrrcjdgCP">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

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

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Q+A: The Week Ahead | 2 Mar 2026

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Monday 2 March 2026

Oil, gas and gold prices set to soar after US and Israel forces kill the leader of Iran. 
House prices in Sydney and Melbourne flatline
Anthony Albanese takes a hit to his popularity on the back of Angus Taylor’s rise
Woolworths wins some ground in the battle against Coles
Paramount Skydance set to buy Warner Bros Discovery

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Monday 2 March 2026
Oil, gas and gold prices set to soar after US and Israel forces kill the leader of Iran.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">House prices in Sydney and Melbourne flatline</li>
<li aria-level="1">Anthony Albanese takes a hit to his popularity on the back of Angus Taylor&rsquo;s rise</li>
<li aria-level="1">Woolworths wins some ground in the battle against Coles</li>
<li aria-level="1">Paramount Skydance set to buy Warner Bros Discovery</li>
</ul>
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Oil, gold set to surge after US strike; house prices flatline; PM take popularity hit

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This week on Fear & Greed Q&A, Michael puts Sean and Adam on the spot with five rapid-fire questions — no notice, no prep — all about airlines, loyalty programs, business class, and the little things that make flying either a joy… or deeply irritating.

With Qantas reporting record profits and the loyalty program battle with Virgin heating up, the trio unpack whether points actually influence booking decisions, whether airline loyalty is now the real business of aviation, and if business class is worth the splurge.

They also share their best-ever flight experiences (including a first-class surprise upgrade and a childhood trip that set the bar impossibly high), before a candid look at modern flight etiquette — from overhead locker offenders to mid-air commentators.

This week on Fear &amp; Greed Q&amp;A, Michael puts Sean and Adam on the spot with five rapid-fire questions &mdash; no notice, no prep &mdash; all about airlines, loyalty programs, business class, and the little things that make flying either a joy&hellip; or deeply irritating. With Qantas reporting record profits and the loyalty program battle with Virgin heating up, the trio unpack whether points actually influence booking decisions, whether airline loyalty is now the real business of aviation, and if business class is worth the splurge. They also share their best-ever flight experiences (including a first-class surprise upgrade and a childhood trip that set the bar impossibly high), before a candid look at modern flight etiquette &mdash; from overhead locker offenders to mid-air commentators.

Five Questions: Airlines, lounges & 30,000-foot etiquette

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Company results galore, an inflation surprise, and two of the best CEO performances of the past couple of years - all in one week. 
 
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.

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Company results galore, an inflation surprise, and two of the best CEO performances of the past couple of years - all in one week.&nbsp; &nbsp; Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate. Join our<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1772626563527510&amp;usg=AOvVaw2UoBpRv3EbaNQxAd8J4asl">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

The Saturday Edition | 28 Feb 2026

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Q+A: The Week Ahead | 2 Mar 2026

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