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Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Irvine, CEO of National Australia Bank, about the economic outlook following NAB's full-year results. 

They discuss the risk of recession, how far house prices could fall, why some retailers are struggling while others thrive, and where businesses are still investing. Andrew also explains how artificial intelligence is transforming banking and what the US midterm elections could mean for the global economy.

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Today, Australian shares surge to a two-month high, as technology and mining stocks rally. Michael Thompson looks at three major business stories: a potential takeover battle for NextDC, the collapse of David Jones, and NAB's warning of a growing recession risk. Plus, hear from NAB CEO Andrew Irvine on the pressures facing Australian retailers.

Also, the fallout from the US midterm elections continues, with Donald Trump reportedly considering replacing his Defence Secretary, and Telstra explains those mysterious missed call notifications.

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Thursday 5 November 2026

Donald Trump’s Republican Party loses control of Congress, as voters reject the President’s war in Iran. 

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Australians are living longer, the population is ageing, and long-term economic growth is expected to slow. It's a combination that raises some big questions about retirement — including whether Australians will have enough money to maintain their standard of living.

In the latest episode of Fear & Greed's weekly series with MLC Expand, Sean Aylmer speaks with Liz McCarthy, CEO of MLC Expand, about the implications of the Federal Government's Intergenerational Report, why younger Australians are taking a greater interest in superannuation, the prospect of working longer, and what we should all be doing now to prepare for retirement.

This episode is part of a weekly series brought to you in partnership with MLC Expand, exploring retirement, investing, financial advice and the future of wealth management.

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Today, the Democrats seize control of the US Senate and look set to win the House of Representatives in a devastating result for Donald Trump. Michael Thompson looks at what it means for the President's remaining two years in office, and how financial markets are reacting.

Plus, the big four banks pass on the RBA's rate hike, Australia pushes for changes to British backpacker visas, and Canva announces major job cuts.

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Wednesday 4 November 2026

The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates and leaves open the possibility of another hike. 

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Australian businesses recognise the enormous potential of artificial intelligence, but concerns about security, privacy and accountability are making some reluctant to embrace it. So how do businesses move from saying no to AI to finding a practical, responsible way forward?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Stefan Leitl, VP and General Manager, Cisco ANZ, about why AI should be onboarded like a new employee, the importance of guardrails, and how businesses can build trust while unlocking productivity.

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This is a special edition of the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report, following the decision by the RBA board to increase the official cash rate to 4.85 per cent - an 18-year high.

Economist Stephen Koukoulas joins Michael Thompson to look at the market reaction, what it means for the chance of a recession, and whether rates have now hit their peak.

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Tuesday 3 November 2026

Westpac predicts house prices will fall 11pc after announcing a $6.8 billion profit.

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What does it take to build a successful First Nations business? And how do you balance commercial realities with a commitment to community?

In the second episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Jebb Hutchison from TVN On-Country, Victorian First Nations Award Winner, and Jason Elsegood from Cross Cultural Consultants, Northern Territory First Nations Award Winner.

They discuss the importance of culture and community in business, the challenges of creating employment opportunities, why genuine engagement takes time, and how First Nations businesses can help create lasting economic and social change.

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ASX falls ahead of RBA rate decision

Labor support slumps in Newspoll

Scotland's $426m Commonwealth Games boost

Clive Palmer charge dropped

Nine killed in Florida plane crash

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Monday 2 November 2026

House prices fall for a seventh month in succession and are now dropping at the fastest pace in at least 40 years.

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This is a big week for the economy, with the Reserve Bank board widely expected to deliver this year's fifth interest rate increase tomorrow afternoon.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the RBA's interest rate decision, its updated economic forecasts, the outlook for household spending and why unemployment could climb above five per cent.

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What happens if you change your finances by just $100 a week? Saving it. Investing it. Cutting it. Redirecting it. It doesn’t sound like much — but it adds up quickly. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the $100-a-week experiment.

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The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week.

This week: could another interest rate rise tip Australia into recession? Why Anthropic’s IPO could be a make-or-break moment for the AI boom; whether David Jones and Myer are becoming endangered species; and the surprising reason Australians are spending half a billion dollars on Halloween. Plus, some very expensive guilty pleasures.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner.

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ASX closes up

 Coles disappoints

 Recession warning

 David Jones’ struggles

 Binance hack

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Friday 30 October 2026

High interest rates and the cost-of-living crisis hits some of the country’s largest retailers. 

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Australian businesses are taking longer to collect payments from customers, and they're responding by delaying payments to their own suppliers. The result? An additional $5.5 billion tied up in working capital across the companies surveyed in the latest McGrathNicol Working Capital Report.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Jason Ireland and Sean Wiles, Partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, about Australia's sharp deterioration in working capital performance, the sectors under the greatest pressure, and what businesses can do to free up cash.

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ASX rises 0.5pc as banks rally

Challenger takeover talks continue

Star in talks with US lender

Drone threats over military bases quadruple

At least 68 killed in Spanish train disaster

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Thursday 29 October 2026

Hot inflation figures point to a fifth rate rise this year on Tuesday. 

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Many Australians know they could benefit from financial advice, but never take the first step. Whether it's the cost, uncertainty about where to start, or the belief that advice is only for wealthy people, there are plenty of barriers. And putting it off could have significant consequences.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Jenneke Mills, Head of Technical Services at MLC Expand, about when to seek financial advice, the mistakes people make, how to choose the right adviser, and why the benefits can extend well beyond money.

This interview is part of Fear & Greed's weekly series in partnership with MLC Expand.

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Inflation hits ASX, rate rise looms

Bomb threat and swearing in parliament

Qantas workers strike

Apple's $3,500 folding phone cracks

Bolsonaro flees Brazil after election defeat

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Wednesday 28 October 2026

AI giant Anthropic targets wealthy Australian investors after it files its prospectus in what could be the biggest IPO in history. 

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Australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. But despite the challenges, some Australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Auerbach, NAB Group Executive Business & Private Banking, about what's separating successful businesses from those struggling, the growing pressure on cash flow, and why the latest NAB business survey paints such a gloomy picture.

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ASX rises as miners, tech stocks rally

Woodside abandons 25-year gas project

Coalition unveils $31 billion in budget cuts

Jacinda Ardern joins Sydney University

Trump offers $1 million voter fraud reward

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Tuesday 27 October 2026

Federal parliament returns with tributes to MP Helen Haines, and the opposition saying it will oppose the government’s free trade deal with Europe. 

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What does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? And how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running?

In the first episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Lindsay Marchment from The Man Cave, Victorian Change Award Winner, and Clare Lilley from Hobart Exercise Physiology, Tasmanian Change Award Winner.

They discuss the impact of their work, the challenges of funding and growth, how they measure success, and why building the right team and culture matters just as much as the bottom line.

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ASX edges higher ahead of inflation figures

BlueScope upgrades profit forecast

Jetstar faces refunds class action

Israel says Australia relationship damaged

Musk raises $40 billion for AI chips

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Monday 26 October 2026

Financial markets remain on tenterhooks as oil prices surge ahead of inflation figures this week. 

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Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the September CPI figures, why inflation expectations matter, what the unemployment rate tells us about the strength of the labour market, and whether the RBA will raise rates on Melbourne Cup Day.

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Millions of dollars in compensation has been paid out to individuals whose offset accounts weren't properly linked or managed. So how do you check if yours is working? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they delve into offset accounts - how they work, who can use one, and how to make the most of it.

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The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week.

This week: whether the AI boom is getting ahead of itself; why takeover activity is suddenly heating up in Australia; whether another interest rate rise is inevitable; a crackdown on noisy passengers; and two very different medical breakthroughs involving ageing brains and baldness.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner. And this week, the result sparks an extraordinary dummy spit.

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Miners dive, banks jump

Snowy blow-out

Competition boost for banks

Nats shake-up

Typhoon hits Taiwan

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Friday 23 October 2026

AI discovers one of the biggest failings in internet security ever, triggering the shut-down of websites globally. 

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The rise of artificial intelligence is creating new cybersecurity risks for businesses. AI agents can access information, interact with systems and carry out tasks on our behalf. But what happens when they access something they shouldn't? And how can businesses protect themselves when threats are moving at machine speed?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Nam Lam, Group Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at SailPoint, about the lessons from the recent Medicare security incident, the growing importance of identity security, and why traditional cybersecurity defences are no longer enough.

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ASX falls as retailers tumble

Helen Haines loses both legs after attack Roberts-Smith reveals $30m legal bill Northern Star open to improved takeover offer Meta hit with $US25 billion penalty

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Thursday 22 October 2026

The Reserve Bank hints at another rate hike on Melbourne Cup Day. 

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Australia's superannuation system has become very good at helping people save for retirement. But turning those savings into an income that lasts for decades is a different challenge. Now a new generation of retirement products is promising greater certainty, flexibility and potentially more income.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Ashton Jones, Director of Retirement Innovation at MLC, about the changing retirement landscape, modelling suggesting some retirees could receive up to 60% more income, the trade-offs involved, and why having a retirement plan matters more than ever.

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RBA warning rattles markets

Fortescue sacks senior executive Qatar Airways signs up for Western Sydney Victorian Premier forgets to pay for petrol Israel plans new strikes on Iran

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Wednesday 21 October 2026

NAB to cut 2,500 jobs as the big banks search for profits 

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Australia is at the centre of a growing battle over artificial intelligence and copyright. AI companies want greater freedom to train their models using creative works, but the music industry argues that existing copyright laws are working – and that changing them could undermine artists' livelihoods.

Michael Thompson speaks with Chris Maund, co-CEO of Mushroom Music, about why the industry is resisting changes to copyright law, the AI licensing deals already being signed, and why Australia's decision could have consequences for creators around the world.

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ASX slips as BHP weighs on miners Helen Haines loses leg after alleged attack ASIC makes inquiries into Firmus float collapse France imposes curfews as unrest spreads Elon Musk promises SpaceX shares to every American child

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Tuesday 20 October 2026

Two mega mergers stoke the ASX. 

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Australia could be facing one of the strongest El Niño events on record, bringing the risk of drought, bushfires and higher food prices. But the economic consequences could extend much further, adding to inflationary pressures at an already difficult time for the economy.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities at HSBC, about the potential impact on agriculture, global food prices, insurance costs and government finances - and why another inflation shock could force the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates again.

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ASX rises despite global tech rout NSW Premier intervenes to save coal jobs Vietjet's Australian ambitions hit turbulence Work-from-home rights begin next week Macron calls for calm after protests

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Monday 19 October 2026

A sell-off in AI stocks, rioting in France and a White House in turmoil set to hit financial markets.  

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Australia's economy is slowing, unemployment is rising, and yet inflation remains stubbornly high. It's an uncomfortable combination for the Reserve Bank, which is trying to work out whether four interest rate rises have done enough to bring inflation under control.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Sally Auld, Chief Economist at NAB, about the week ahead for the economy, as well as last week's jump in unemployment to 4.7 per cent, which sectors are holding up and which are struggling, and why NAB believes interest rates may have peaked. They also answer a listener question about why education costs remain such a persistent contributor to inflation.

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AI can write your emails, plan your holiday, help with dinner and explain almost anything you throw at it. So what about your money? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at where AI can genuinely help you manage your finances, and where you absolutely should not be relying on it.

Canna and Michael's new book is available now! Pick up your copy of Twelve Months to Financial Freedom at Big W, bookshops or online.

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This week: is it a good week or a bad week for the Australian economy? A wine bargain for the ages, two spectacular dummy spits, and the unlikely connection between Sean and Michael's early careers.

It's the Saturday Edition of Fear & Greed, with Michael Thompson and Sean Aylmer going head-to-head in a battle of the week's best business stories, judged by Adam Lang.

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ASX up 1pc Australian lamb exports under threat Chalmers defends gas tax Sydney Airport strike causes little disruption Tesla's rocket-powered Roadster

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Friday 16 October 2026

Australia’s unemployment rate hits a five year high, but it might not be enough to prevent another rate hike. 

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What does it take to turn magic into a serious business? For Scott Zhou, it meant dropping out of a commerce/law degree, building a team of professional magicians, and finding a way to sell something people really need to experience to understand.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Scott, CEO of The Black Ties, about building a business generating roughly $700,000 a year, why marketing matters as much as the magic itself, and his ambition to create Australia's own version of Hollywood's famous Magic Castle. Scott also performs a trick that leaves Sean completely baffled.

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ASX recovers as unemployment rises Corporate news Greens senator takes leave over allegations Cue Clothing to close stores White House press secretary's credentials questioned

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Thursday 15 October 2026

Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn warns about the economic outlook for the rest of the year. 

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Australia has a shortage of financial advisers, just as more people need help planning for retirement and managing their wealth. Could artificial intelligence help close the gap - without replacing the human adviser?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Liz McCarthy, CEO of MLC Expand, about how AI is transforming financial advice, the extraordinary productivity gains already being achieved, and what the relationship between advisers and their clients could look like in five years.

This episode is part of a weekly series in partnership with MLC Expand, exploring retirement, investing, financial advice and the future of wealth management.

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ASX falls as banks sold off Gold Fields considers sweetening takeover offer AirTrunk delays $4.4 billion float Pope Leo undergoes lung cancer surgery Hackers target supermarket fridges

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Wednesday 14 October 2026

The IMF warns Australia is on track to be one of the worst performing inflation and employment economies. 

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Australian small businesses are embracing artificial intelligence, and according to Microsoft, they're ahead of many other countries. But as AI becomes more powerful, what happens to businesses that are slow to adopt it?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Ralph Haupter, Microsoft's Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer for Small and Medium Enterprises and Channel, about Australia's AI adoption, why smaller businesses can move faster than large corporations, and how AI is creating opportunities to grow revenue, not just cut costs. They also discuss the competitive cost of waiting, the importance of customer trust, and the one thing business owners should do this week to get started.

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ASX flat as tech and lithium stocks tumble

Domino's loses another boss

Record $21 billion pours into ETFs

Louis Vuitton sales slump in China

Mars rover breaks driving record

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Tuesday 13 October 2026

Wall Street celebrates the fourth anniversary of the current boom, driven by the AI giants. But will the US mid-term elections bring an end to festivities? 

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Artificial intelligence can solve complex problems and identify patterns that humans might miss. But can it actually predict which investments will outperform?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Slava Platkov, Senior Investment Director at Dimensional, about new research testing machine learning models across global markets. They discuss why predicting returns is so difficult, why successful forecasts don't necessarily translate into investment profits, and where AI can genuinely help investors.

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ASX gains for second day

Firmus founder hits back after failed float

PM defends small business record

Airport bus links face delays

McKinsey removes senior partner from leadership

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Monday 12 October 2026

The ASX, brokers and the tech sector brace for the fall-out from the failed Firmus float.

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NAB Senior Economist Taylor Nugent joins Sean Aylmer to discuss what tomorrow's RBA minutes might reveal, why the central bank is sticking with its 2–3 per cent inflation target, and why this week's unemployment figures could be crucial ahead of the November interest rate decision.

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There's been a major change to the way investments will be taxed in Australia. But there's one very important asset that retains a significant tax advantage - your family home. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they ask the question: if investing elsewhere becomes less attractive from a tax perspective, does it make more sense to improve the asset you already live in?

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Is it a good week or a bad week for AI? And what should Australians really be worried about?

Michael and Sean go head-to-head over the AI boom, consumer confidence and two potentially landmark court cases involving fossil fuel companies. Plus, the worst things you can do in a job interview.

Adam Lang returns to judge the arguments, while ChatGPT gets a new role as the Saturday Edition's court of appeal.

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ASX’s mixed week

Firmus float pulled

ATO delays CC ban

AI report card

Broadcast execution

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Friday 9 October 2026

Australia’s biggest IPO since Telstra is on the verge of collapse, after big super funds and North American investors shunned the Firmus Technologies IPO

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Text messaging has traditionally been a marketing tool for businesses. But it's increasingly becoming a way to manage appointments, deliveries, customer service and even sales — with the potential to save businesses time and money.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrea Topping, Vice President, Product Applications at Sinch, about the shift towards two-way customer conversations, the importance of trusted and verified messaging, and why businesses need to think beyond traditional marketing campaigns.

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ASX falls 0.8pc as bond yields rise

Government pressures ATO over credit card ban

Older workers win work-from-home ruling

Talkback radio loses listeners

 Samsung profit surges on AI chip boom

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Thursday 8 October 2026

A ruling from the High Court raises the bar for new fossil fuel mines. 

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Cyber attacks can cost a business far more than lost data. They can disrupt operations, damage client relationships and consume enormous amounts of time — and for accountants and financial advisers handling sensitive information, the stakes are particularly high.

Recorded at Class Ignite 2026, Sean Aylmer speaks with Lydia Pearson, Head of Growth Solutions at MyProsperity; Nathan Steiner, Senior Director of Solution Consulting at DocuSign; and Greg Hansen, Executive Group Strategy at HUB24. They discuss why email remains such a significant vulnerability, how client portals can improve both security and customer experience, and where a small business should start when its cybersecurity budget is limited.

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ASX slips despite Wall St record

October 7 attacks remembered

US boosts submarine production

Telco complaints fall despite triple-0 failures

Paramount completes $162b Warner Bros takeover

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Wednesday 7 October 2026

Consumer sentiment hits 50-year lows, creating the potential for a dive in household spending. 

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Australians expect organisations to behave with integrity and accountability. But the new 2026 Australian Governance Index reveals a substantial gap between those expectations and what people believe they're actually seeing, with 43 per cent of Australians saying organisational behaviour has become worse in recent years.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Katrina Horrobin, CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia, and Matt Rowley, partner at strategic advisory firm General Strategic, about what's driving the governance gap, why expectations differ between sectors, and what businesses can actually do about it. They also discuss AI governance, the importance of human judgement, and why organisations need to think beyond their traditional "social licence".

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ASX rises 0.6pc

Firmus IPO selling restrictions

Macquarie backs directors after KPMG probe

Trump orders Fort Hood gunman executed

Jeffrey Archer dies at 86

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Tuesday 6 October 2026

The ASX readies for the biggest float since Telstra, with Firmus set to give local investors direct access to the AI boom. 

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Crypto has rallied strongly, but regulatory uncertainty remains after the US Senate failed to pass the CLARITY Act. So where does Bitcoin fit in portfolios now - and how are the big institutional investors thinking about it?

Sean Aylmer speaks with John D’Agostino, Head of Institutional Strategy at Coinbase, about regulation, Bitcoin’s role in portfolio construction, and why he believes crypto is already mainstream in awareness, but still very early when it comes to actual adoption.

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ASX flat after early surge

CSL signs $510m drug development deal

AFL wins grand final ratings battle

Andrew challenges Epstein arrest

Flydubai co-pilot allegedly planned 9/11-style attack

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Monday 5 October 2026

Experts predict house prices will fall by up to 15 per cent, as the weekend’s auctions results fall below 50 per cent. 

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Australia’s housing shortage is already being constrained by costs, skills shortages and lengthy construction times. Now another enormous investment boom could add to the pressure: data centres.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including building activity. They also look at the potential for AI infrastructure to compete with housing for skilled trades, consumer confidence after the latest rate rise, and what the RBA’s Financial Stability Review tells us about household resilience.

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This episode puts Canna to the test. What would a financial planner fix first? We all have competing priorities when it comes to money - from paying down the mortgage and building up super, to investing, saving for the future or simply working out where all our money goes each month. So how do you know what deserves your attention first? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they work through seven very different financial scenarios and reveal the first thing a financial planner would tackle in each one.

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Was it a good week or a bad week for the Australian economy? Michael and Sean go head-to-head over interest rates, inflation and house prices – before tackling sporting debacles, tax reform, card surcharges and the best TV shows of the 21st century.

Adam Lang returns to judge the arguments, with predictably controversial results.

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ASX rebounds as bond sell-off eases

ANZ dumps KPMG after almost 60 years

Firmus valued at $43.7 billion

ATO credit card ban sparks backlash

Investigators probe FlyDubai cockpit attack

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Friday 2 October 2026

The Reserve Bank warns that some first home buyers have been hit hardest by falling house prices. 

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Australia needs more homes. Governments agree on the problem and have set ambitious targets - but the housing pipeline remains under enormous pressure.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Mike Zorbas, CEO of the Property Council of Australia, about why Australia isn't building enough homes, the extraordinary tax burden on new housing - which Mike likens to the way cigarettes are taxed - and the impact of changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax and discretionary trusts.

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ASX tumbles 2pc as bond yields surge

M&A burst

Governments tip another $200m into Rio smelter

Anika Wells makes Time list

Australians caught up in terrifying FlyDubai flight

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Thursday 1 October 2026

House prices fall for a sixth consecutive month across the country with owners wondering how far the slump will go. 

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Australians with more than $3 million in super are now facing an additional layer of tax under Division 296. But changes outside super have also altered the calculation for anyone thinking about withdrawing money and investing it elsewhere.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Meg Heffron, Managing Director of Heffron, about how Division 296 works, why valuations matter particularly for SMSFs, who needs to start planning now, and why super may still be the most attractive place for people with balances between $3 million and $10 million.

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ASX rallies on inflation figures

Glencore, Yancoal coal expansion approved

Sydney Airport near miss rated most serious

Australian universities slide in global rankings

UK PM says Brexit has done ‘more harm than good’

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Wednesday 30 September 2026

The Reserve Bank lifts interest rates, and another hike is tipped before the end of the year. Australia now has the highest interest rates among major developed economies. 

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The Reserve Bank has lifted the cash rate to 4.6 per cent, its highest level in 15 years, as it battles stubborn inflation. But with households under growing pressure, house prices weakening and the economy slowing, is Australia now getting dangerously close to recession?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Stephen Koukoulas, Managing Director of Market Economics, about whether the RBA has done enough, where economic growth can come from next year, the growing recession risk, and why the next few months could be particularly difficult for households.

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ASX rises as RBA lifts rates

Codan expects profit to more than double

Hanson-Young bids for Greens leadership

Pope rebukes Nvidia boss over AI

Five bailed after UK terror arrests

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Tuesday 29 September 2026

The Albanese government closes in on being the highest taxing government in history. 

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Oil prices are back above $US100 a barrel as uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz rattles energy and bond markets. But with global inventories already depleted, how much worse could the situation get if a deal between the US and Iran remains out of reach?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Vivek Dhar, Head of Commodities and Sustainability Research at Commonwealth Bank, about the risk of Brent crude reaching $US150 a barrel, why diesel may be even more vulnerable, how protected Australia is from physical shortages, and why the current crisis could ultimately accelerate a shift towards structurally lower oil prices.

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ASX edges higher ahead of RBA

Rates could hit 5.35pc

Virgin cancellations hit 30,000 passengers

Mike Baird quits Cricket Australia

Five arrested near RAF base

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Monday 28 September 2026

Get ready for higher loan repayments with the Reserve Bank set to lift interest rates tomorrow. 

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It’s a huge week for the Australian economy, with the Reserve Bank widely expected to lift interest rates by 25 basis points on Tuesday - and fresh inflation data due just 24 hours later.

Sean Aylmer speaks with NAB Chief Economist Sally Auld about why inflation is proving stubborn, the risk of further rate rises, and what the latest data is telling us about consumer spending and the outlook for residential construction.

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ETFs have exploded in popularity over the last decade. Exchange-traded funds are often seen as an easy way to start investing, because they can give exposure to a whole lot of different companies, in different sectors, potentially spreading risk and helping you to track market growth over time. But there are also plenty of myths and misunderstandings about how they work. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the 5 biggest myths about ETFs.

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