Can a tiny Disney toy change where an entire family buys its groceries?

Woolworths’ wildly popular Ooshies promotion has pulled shoppers away from rival Coles, offering a striking lesson in the power of collectables, scarcity and consumer psychology in Australia’s fiercely competitive supermarket sector.

Michelle Martin also looks at what happens when brands get their customers badly wrong.

Plus, falling oil prices bring some relief to US stock and bond markets, while two developments in China raise questions for investors.

On Up or Down, what’s moving SpaceX, Lego, Apple, SingPost and Penguin International?

Can a tiny Disney toy change where an entire family buys its groceries?
Woolworths&rsquo; wildly popular Ooshies promotion has pulled shoppers away from rival Coles, offering a striking lesson in the power of collectables, scarcity and consumer psychology in Australia&rsquo;s fiercely competitive supermarket sector.
Michelle Martin also looks at what happens when brands get their customers badly wrong.
Plus, falling oil prices bring some relief to US stock and bond markets, while two developments in China raise questions for investors.
On&nbsp;Up or Down, what&rsquo;s moving SpaceX, Lego, Apple, SingPost and Penguin International?

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Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.