This is the Fear and 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 flat Macquarie conference Recriminations for the Libs Wisetech warning CSL vaccine pain Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ask Fear & Greed: Who is Australia's Warren Buffett?
Listener Peter asks: Given the announcement over the weekend of the retirement of Warren Buffett, I have often thought, who is Australia's answer to the Oracle of Omaha? Well, we probably don't have one! So, who is considered to be Australia's greatest, or most successful investor, investor not business person? I know of Wesfarmers and Washington H Soul Pattinson, however, is there an individual, and if so who, is the one that is considered the number one?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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PM speaks to Trump, world leaders; Westpac profit disappoints; petrol prices set to fall
Tuesday 6 May 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he wants to immediately cut student debts by 20pc, as he spent his first full day back at work speaking to global leaders, briefing the media, and discussing the ministry with Labor leaders. Westpac reports a slightly disappointing $3.3bn half year profit. Get set for lower petrol prices as oil production surges. A $3.7bn gold takeover gets the go-ahead. Donald Trump wants to impost 100pc tariffs on offshore films, including those from Australia. Join our free daily newsletter here! Donate to Sean and Adam’s Ride for Country Kids here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - a step-by-step guide to getting started in shares. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Interview: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller on his first 141 days in the job
Yesterday Westpac reported a slight dip in first-half earnings, with an interim profit of $3.3 billion - down 1% on the same period last year. But fewer mortgage customers are struggling to make their repayments, and Westpac has also seen strong growth in business lending.Westpac Chief Executive Anthony Miller talks to Sean Aylmer about the results, the federal election, navigating a Trump world, and how he's handled his first 141 days in the job.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Afternoon Report | Deals and markets
This is the Fear and 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 down 1pc Corporate deals Endeavour results Candid comments Singapore election Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daily business news for people who make their own decisions, with business journalist Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au
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