Ask Fear & Greed: Why aren't CEOs of the biggest companies the highest paid?
Why aren’t the CEOs of Australia’s biggest companies the highest paid? 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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Job losses but labour market still hot; CEO pay growth slows; Aussie unis fall down rankings
Friday 20 June 2025 The Australian economy shed jobs last month, but the labour market remains in pretty good shape. And more, including: The nation’s top CEOs are earning about 55 times the salary of the average pay for workers. Australian universities fall down the ranking of the top educational institutions. Super returns set to top 9pc this financial year. Donald Trump mulls an attack on Iran. Join our free daily newsletter here. Take our short survey on Fear & Greed here. It only takes a few minutes, and by taking part before 30 June, you’ll be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to deal with financial overload. 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: CEO pays shows "we're doing something right"
ASX100 CEO pay has flattened over the last decade, with the median realised pay at $4.15 million compared to $3.96 million a decade ago. The average realised pay for ASX100 CEOs was 55 times the average earnings of an Australian worker, down from to 71 times in FY1.Ed John is Executive Manager, Governance & Engagement at ACSI - the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors. He talks to Sean Aylmer about ACSI's annual CEO pay study, which identifies the highest-paid CEOs, and delves into golden parachutes, bonuses and more.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Afternoon Report | CBA new record
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. S&P flat US: no rate cut Management moves Bowen on Middle-East Tanker rates surge Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ask Fear & Greed: Are we too reliant on income tax?
Is Australia's tax system too reliant on income tax? 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.
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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