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Lachlan Murdoch is set to control the family’s global media assets, including Fox News, The Wall Street Journal and The Australian, under a new deal that ends years of infighting and speculation about what happens when Rupert Murdoch passes away. The agreement effectively sidelines Lachlan’s siblings James, Elisabeth and Prudence, who will each walk away with about $1.7 billion.

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Tuesday 9 September 2025

The two big supermarkets face remediation costs of up to $1 billion for underpaying retail workers. 

And more, including:

• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese puts corporate tax reform front and centre, and calls on big business to support the government’s climate change agenda. 
• Corporate Australia drops DEI initiatives. 
• Fears t...

The US Federal Reserve is tipped to interest rates next week. What does this mean for markets, and why do rate expectations have such an impact on bonds?

Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!

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Monday 8 September 2025

Analysts warns a red hot Wall Street faces the risk of a sharp pullback. 

And more, including:

• Spring selling season kicks off with buyers flocking to auctions. 
• More leadership tensions at Atlassian. 
• Australia braces for the arrival of bird flu.
• Apple set to launch its new iPhone.

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Last week economic growth picked up slightly - still a tad sluggish, but better than expected. At the same time, household spending increased, including in non-essential spending. So does this mean we shouldn't hold our breath for more rate cuts?

Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas.

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Two new reports - one from Hatch and another from SEEK - show Australians are torn between wanting balance, security, and growth… and the rising pressure of money. Younger workers are leaning into side hustles and hybrid models, while older workers say no pay packet is worth going back into the office full-time.

Michael Thompson, Adam Lang and Natalie MacDonald discuss what matters most: security, money, balance or gr...

A bumper week in the economy, with GDP data and household spending - but is it enough to beat the biggest stories from politics? Plus China's massive display of power, more uncertainty for the banks, and a $350,000 wagyu heifer. 

Michael Thompson and Natalie MacDonald go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.

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In 2023, Ivan Scherman won the World Cup of Trading with a nearly 500% return in one year. How he did it is really quite a remarkable story, and it leads to today's Q+A: can algorithms beat humans at investing? Or, like artificial intelligence, is it the combination of humans and machines that wins?

Adam Lang is joined in studio by Ivan Scherman, Chief Investment Officer at SciTech Investments and the portfolio manager of th...

Friday 5 September 2025

The federal government agrees to pay another $475 million in compensation to Robodebt victims

And more, including:

• The PM works to distance himself from former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews. 
• Macquarie bank challenges the big four for a larger slice of the mortgage market. 
• Four Chinese car brands crack the top 10 for car sales in Aus...

The federal government has commissioned a new report into universal childcare, taking a big step towards reforming the system.

Natalie MacDonald is joined by Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood, to explore what universal childcare looks like, and why it's important for families, business and the economy.

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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 thei...

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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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...

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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