In just five minutes, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson look at what's in store for the economy this year - from interest rates to unemployment - with special guest economist Stephen Koukoulas.

New episodes every day, and regular business news from January 15.

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In just five minutes, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson look at what's in store for the economy this year - from interest rates to unemployment - with special guest economist <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://thekouk.com/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1703465812791414&amp;usg=AOvVaw18TY_pntPR78cbRKTEZXc0">Stephen Koukoulas</a>. New episodes every day, and regular business news from January 15. This podcast contains general information only - you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

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What to watch in the economy this year

Monday 6 July 2026

EV sales in Australia hit a new record as BYD threatens to overtake Toyota as the leading car manufacturer in the country. 
The US and Donald Trump celebrate 250 years
The mid-sized capital cities join Sydney and Melbourne’s housing markets, with auction clearance rates tumbling
Gold overtakes coal as Australia’s second biggest export earner behind iron ore
The legal system is getting frustrated with AI run court cases

 

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Monday 6 July 2026
EV sales in Australia hit a new record as BYD threatens to overtake Toyota as the leading car manufacturer in the country.&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">The US and Donald Trump celebrate 250 years</li>
<li aria-level="1">The mid-sized capital cities join Sydney and Melbourne&rsquo;s housing markets, with auction clearance rates tumbling</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gold overtakes coal as Australia&rsquo;s second biggest export earner behind iron ore</li>
<li aria-level="1">The legal system is getting frustrated with AI run court cases</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> - six goals for the new financial year. 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.

EV sales reach tipping point; auction sales tumble; warning on AI legal advice

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This week, it's all about the financial year ahead. What to expect for:
economic growth
interest rates
Australian and US equities
commodities
employment

Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at the year ahead.

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This week, it's all about the financial year ahead. What to expect for:
<ul>
<li>economic growth</li>
<li>interest rates</li>
<li>Australian and US equities</li>
<li>commodities</li>
<li>employment</li>
</ul>
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=1783685866778838&amp;usg=AOvVaw19u1AciBtaiYLnVy_27TMX">Stephen Koukoulas</a>&nbsp;to look at the year ahead. Join our<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1783685866778838&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mqiVfl1lBMFXupE4V5n2x">&nbsp;free daily newsletter here</a>.

Q+A: The Week Ahead | 6 July 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.

If you lost your job tomorrow, how long could you comfortably last? A week? A month? Six months? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they walk through a guide to financial resilience - not fear, just preparation.

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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​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. If you lost your job tomorrow, how long could you comfortably last? A week? A month? Six months? Join&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/sugarmammatv/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1783514216936408&amp;usg=AOvVaw2hNNn7nN4tQTlSueOtr460">Canna Campbell</a>&nbsp;- a&nbsp;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=1783514216936408&amp;usg=AOvVaw0hVSotmb2LQrrZoQKHu3Xn">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=1783514216936408&amp;usg=AOvVaw0tbNur9YsiRQWHLVxsqEY3">Michael Thompson</a>&nbsp;as they walk through a guide to financial resilience - not fear, just preparation. 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.booktopia.com.au/twelve-months-to-financial-freedom-canna-campbell/book/9781761473685.html?srsltid%3DAfmBOoqgbRhz1vZo8ZH_iQwHWlDnohcVHJt5f2PSpViArzCT85TLC4KJ&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1783514216936408&amp;usg=AOvVaw385saxwzA9yX28eh_Csdmh">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.

If you lost your job tomorrow, would you be okay?

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