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Bite-sized business news. 5 minute breakdown of the top 3 Australian or global business stories of the day. Tailor made for busy humans. Hosted by Brett Joffe and Justin Joffe, co-founders of Flux.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Microsoft invests $25 billion into Australia | WarnerBros Discovery vs Hollywood | SpaceX eyes $60 billion AI purchase

    Microsoft is investing a whopping $25 billion into Australian data centres… as demand for AI just keeps booming. Warner Bros Discovery’s investors have overwhelmingly approved the $110 billion Paramount takeover deal… but some others aren’t too happy about it. SpaceX eyes a $60bn acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor as it ramps up its push into the booming AI developer tools market. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
  2. Cochlear's biggest one-day fall in 30 years | Intrepid Travel billion-dollar push | Adobe's $25 billion share buyback

    4 DAYS AGO

    Cochlear's biggest one-day fall in 30 years | Intrepid Travel billion-dollar push | Adobe's $25 billion share buyback

    Cochlear, the ASX-listed hearing implant company, has seen its share price plummet 36% - its biggest one day fall in 30 YEARS. Intrepid Travel, the Aussie tour group operator, is buying its way to billion dollar status… by snapping up French rival Altai. Adobe has announced a massive $25 billion share buyback program to give investors confidence in its future…despite the launch of Claude Design and co. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
  3. NAB braces for bad debts | Mecca's in-store surge | Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down

    6 DAYS AGO

    NAB braces for bad debts | Mecca's in-store surge | Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down

    NAB’s share price has dropped more than 3% as it prepares for a downturn for its business customers. Mecca’s revenue grew to $1.43 billion by the end of last year… … all thanks to opening a string of brick and mortar stores. Apple’s CEO Tim Cook has announced plans to step down, with his long-time team member John Ternus taking on the top gig. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min

  4. 19 APR

    Zip strikes BNPL success in the US | Gucci is launching smart glasses | Amazon $11.6 billion bonanza

    Zip Co has seen its shares spiked up to 24% after announcing an upgrade to its earnings guidance thanks to the US. Gucci is teaming up with Google to launch smart glasses… as it fights to save its profits and make Gucci gucci again. Amazon is acquiring satellite company Globalstar for $11.6 billion to supercharge its space internet ambitions. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
  5. Qantas and Virgin cut flights | Uber invests $10bn into robotaxis | Allbirds pivots to AI Birds

    16 APR

    Qantas and Virgin cut flights | Uber invests $10bn into robotaxis | Allbirds pivots to AI Birds

    Qantas and Virgin Australia are cutting their lower demand flights because fuel prices continue to bite their bottom line. Uber is driving away from the gig economy… and pulling into the robotaxi lane with a $10 billion investment. Allbirds, the NZ founded shoe company has seen its shares soar over 500% after saying goodbye sneakers and hello to AI. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —-   The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Important Information: This material has been created with the co-operation of BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited (BIMAL) ABN 13006 165 975, AFSL 230 523 on 1 April 2026. Comments made by BIMAL employees here represent BIMAL’s views only. This material provides general advice only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or circumstances. Before making any investment decision, you should obtain financial advice tailored to you having regard to your individual objectives, financial situation, needs and circumstances. Refer to BIMAL’s Financial Services Guide on its website for more information. This material is not a financial product recommendation or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any financial product in any jurisdiction. ------- S&P Dow Jones Indices does not sponsor, endorse, sell, or promote any product based onan S&P Dow Jones index nor does it make any representation regarding the advisability ofinvesting in the products. Before making any investment decisions, you should assesswhether the product or service is appropriate for you and read the PDS and TMD availableat blackrock.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
  6. MCoBeauty hit in copycat lawsuit | IKEA cuts 365-day returns | Coachella brings in the bucks

    14 APR

    MCoBeauty hit in copycat lawsuit | IKEA cuts 365-day returns | Coachella brings in the bucks

    MCoBeauty, the Australian dupe-beauty giant, is facing US lawsuits over claims it has copied its luxury competitor. IKEA is winding back its famous 365-day refund policy as returns are eating into their flat-pack-margins. Coachella Week 1 is done and dusted… and the Californian region is counting the moula. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —-   The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Important Information: This material has been created with the co-operation of BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited (BIMAL) ABN 13006 165 975, AFSL 230 523 on 1 April 2026. Comments made by BIMAL employees here represent BIMAL’s views only. This material provides general advice only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or circumstances. Before making any investment decision, you should obtain financial advice tailored to you having regard to your individual objectives, financial situation, needs and circumstances. Refer to BIMAL’s Financial Services Guide on its website for more information. This material is not a financial product recommendation or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any financial product in any jurisdiction. ------- S&P Dow Jones Indices does not sponsor, endorse, sell, or promote any product based onan S&P Dow Jones index nor does it make any representation regarding the advisability ofinvesting in the products. Before making any investment decisions, you should assesswhether the product or service is appropriate for you and read the PDS and TMD availableat blackrock.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
  7. Aussies are hoarding the pantry | Yen tanks, Uniqlo thanks | Anthropic's playing AI gatekeeper plus a special guest joins us

    12 APR

    Aussies are hoarding the pantry | Yen tanks, Uniqlo thanks | Anthropic's playing AI gatekeeper plus a special guest joins us

    SPC, the fruit and veg processor, has been a major beneficiary as Aussies are stocking up on baked beans and canned goods. Uniqlo is heading for another record year, with global expansion driving a surprise surge in profits. Anthropic is holding back its most powerful AI mode… and only giving it to Big Tech… to stop hackers winning the AI arms race. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —-   The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Important Information: This material has been created with the co-operation of BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited (BIMAL) ABN 13006 165 975, AFSL 230 523 on 1 April 2026. Comments made by BIMAL employees here represent BIMAL’s views only. This material provides general advice only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or circumstances. Before making any investment decision, you should obtain financial advice tailored to you having regard to your individual objectives, financial situation, needs and circumstances. Refer to BIMAL’s Financial Services Guide on its website for more information. This material is not a financial product recommendation or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any financial product in any jurisdiction. ------- S&P Dow Jones Indices does not sponsor, endorse, sell, or promote any product based onan S&P Dow Jones index nor does it make any representation regarding the advisability ofinvesting in the products. Before making any investment decisions, you should assesswhether the product or service is appropriate for you and read the PDS and TMD availableat blackrock.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  8. 9 APR

    Canva rebrands as AI company | AustralianSuper dumps $1 billion | Levi Strauss' denim comeback

    Canva has acquired two new startups as it tries to reposition itself from design-software to AI-marketing company. AustralianSuper has dumped nearly $1 billion from its ESG fund as it tightens ethical investing rules. Levi Strauss has seen its shares jump 10% after its strongest sales in 4 years…because baggy jeans are back. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —-   The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min
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Bite-sized business news. 5 minute breakdown of the top 3 Australian or global business stories of the day. Tailor made for busy humans. Hosted by Brett Joffe and Justin Joffe, co-founders of Flux.

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  • Years Active
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