There's a lot of negativity and bad news out there. Today, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson explain why the economy really isn't as bad as you might think.

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There's a lot of negativity and bad news out there. Today, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson explain why the economy really&nbsp;isn't&nbsp;as bad as you might think. Got a topic you'd like to see explored one Sunday? Get in touch&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/contact&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1785325918551046&amp;usg=AOvVaw3eZwdMlSA-HairFOyrlAqk">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: Why the economy's not as bad as you think

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The Saturday Edition has had a shake-up! New categories and new stories - but still a ferocious battle. This week, great solved mysteries, two stories that affect your money, and two that would make for an uncomfortable call with your boss.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.

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The Saturday Edition has had a shake-up! New categories and new stories - but still a ferocious battle. This week, great solved mysteries, two stories that affect your money, and two that would make for an uncomfortable call with your boss. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head, 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=1785324704855807&amp;usg=AOvVaw02EGOax-OkNx-iAV2tXBGf">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

The Saturday Edition | 25 July 2026

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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 closes lower


Trump 12.5pc tariff on Aust goods


Coles-EV deal


Hacker backs down


Oil price surges

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This is the<a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/"> Fear &amp; Greed</a> Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes.
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ASX closes lower
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Trump 12.5pc tariff on Aust goods
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Coles-EV deal
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Hacker backs down
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Oil price surges
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Afternoon Report | Oil price jump hits market

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Friday 24 July 2026

A surprise jump in the number of employed Australians puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates. 
The ALP promises a new workers’ court for employees
Macquarie boss Shemara Wikramanayake says it’s time to step down
Tesla sells more cars than ever, but profits fall
A Michelin star restaurant gets done for serving ants on sorbet

 

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And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That?, exploring the financial advice that doesn’t work anymore. Get the episode from Apple, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Friday 24 July 2026
A surprise jump in the number of employed Australians puts pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The ALP promises a new workers&rsquo; court for employees</li>
<li aria-level="1">Macquarie boss Shemara Wikramanayake says it&rsquo;s time to step down</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tesla sells more cars than ever, but profits fall</li>
<li aria-level="1">A Michelin star restaurant gets done for serving ants on sorbet</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>, exploring the financial advice that doesn&rsquo;t work anymore. 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.

RBA pressure to lift rates; Albo’s new workers’ court; Tesla sales up, profits down

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Q+A: Why the economy's not as bad as you think

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