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Afternoon Report | ASX bounces back, Google soars

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.

  1. ASX rebounds

  2. Domino’s boss doubles down

  3. Ben Roberts-Smith’s legal bid rejected

  4. Bill aims to ban PwC

  5. Alphabet shares jump

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ASX tumbles as economy grows; NAB CEO’s AI warning; don’t use super ‘like piggy bank’

Thursday 4 September 2025

The local sharemarket has its worst day since April, with bond yields rising, and the economy rebounding stronger than expected. 

And more, including:

  • NAB boss warns businesses not to ignore AI, saying complacency puts future generations at risk.
  • Could we be heading for four year terms in Canberra?
  • Plus the ATO warns Aussies not to use their super like a piggy bank. 
  • And a US judge rules US president Donald Trump broke the law, again.

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Q+A: Will we see four-year terms in Canberra?

The federal government is reportedly considering major electoral reform: fixed terms, four year terms and a significant increase in the number of seats in the House of Representatives.

Michael Thompson and Adam Lang look at how it would work, whether it's even possible, and what it would mean for Australian democracy. 

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Afternoon Report | ASX worst day since April

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.

  1. ASX tumbles 1.8pc

  2. Gold price rises

  3. Govt funds new aged care spots

  4. Dan Andrews slammed for China pic

  5. US strikes drug ‘terrorists’

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One On One: Elizabeth Broderick, former Sex Discrimination Commissioner

Elizabeth Broderick, AO, has dedicated her life to improving the lives of others.

As Australia’s longest-serving Sex Discrimination Commissioner, she led the way on key policies like gender equality, paid parental leave, and combating sexual harrasment.

She’s worked with the United Nations on human rights violations and women’s rights at work.

She’s the founder of the Champions of Change strategy, working with hundreds of CEOs to bring about real change in gender equality.

It’s an extraordinary CV - and that’s barely scratching the surface.

Natalie MacDonald speaks with Elizabeth Broderick about what drives her, her greatest achievements, and what's still to come.

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PM tackles migration tensions; Nestle boss sacked; Musk's wealth soars

Wednesday 3 September 2025

The federal government tackles rising unease over immigration

And more, including:

  • Consumer confidence jumps
  • Nestle fires its chief executive over a workplace romance
  • Two-thirds of Australians say they’d prioritise work-life balance over higher pay. 
  • Elon Musk extends his lead as the world’s richest person.

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Q+A: Why is gold still a safe haven asset?

The price of the gold sailed past the $US3,500 mark yesterday, hitting a new high. But what’s driving it, and why - in 2025 - are we still going back to gold whenever investors get nervous?

Natalie MacDonald is joined by Evan Lucas, economic futurist and the host of Money News on Nine Radio. 

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Afternoon Report | ASX dips, gold smashes 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.

  1. Stocks go ex-divident

  2. Gold sets record

  3. Account deficit climbs

  4. New airline suffers setback

  5. Russia jams plane’s GPS

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Trump spooks investors; ANZ prepares radical cuts; ACCC pursues vege cartel

Tuesday 2 September 2025

Gold prices climb as US President Donald Trump spooks investors. 

And more, including:

  • ANZ prepares to cut potentially thousands of jobs as part of a major restructure. 
  • The consumer watchdog goes after an alleged vegetable cartel.
  • Tesla prepares to launch its self-driving feature in Australia. 
  • The Netherlands shows the world what the four-day work week can look like. 

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Q+A: Three things we learnt from earnings season

Earnings season is all but done, with a very volatile four weeks now behind us, defined by huge swings in share prices for some very large companies. So what were the three key takeaways from reporting season this August?

Michael Thompson is joined by Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Investment Management.

This is general information only. Seek advice before making investment decisions.

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