“Tumultuous economic conditions”: 91% of SMEs feeling the cost pinch
The rising cost of doing business is attributed to wage pressures, the cost of goods and services, and cash flow management, the study highlighted.
RBA to get its first-ever woman governor in Michele Bullock
The Reserve Bank of Australia will get its first woman leader as the federal government chooses not to extend Philip Lowe's tenure.
Women in Business program receives $4 million investment from South Australian government
The South Australian government has launched its $14 million Small Business Strategy 2023-2030 with $4 million allocated specifically for a Women in Business program.
RBA governor blames labour growth – not price gouging – for inflation
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) governor Philip Lowe has retreated back into full-scale denialism about the central role of profit-gouging in inflation.
“Turn a fresh page”: What the massive corporate insolvency report means for small business
Australia's corporate and personal insolvency laws should face a comprehensive review, and improvements to small business restructuring pathways should be investigated as a priority, according to a massive report on the nation's insolvency regime.
Is being a landlord profitable? Depends on your economic situation
The question of landlord profits is one we need to understand. The ATO puts out the statistics each year that let us answer the question. The answer is: yes — for some!
Prosecco, parmesan or mozzarella: EU’s attempt to restrict varieties threatens trade deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia was keen to conclude the trade agreement but would not sign a deal that wasn’t in Australia’s interests.
No extra cost of living relief but budget repair job is underway: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers said a healthier budget would give the government more flexibility to respond to economic challenges in the future.
From loss aversion to social proof: The four unconscious biases tanking your investments
Your brain is wired to make you a bad investor. So understanding and recognising subconscious biases is essential for navigating the stock market successfully, says Dan Monheit from Hardhat.
Small business insurance premiums rising 30% year-on-year, COSBOA says, as experts warn of further hikes
Some small businesses are watching their insurance premiums rise by 30% year-on-year, industry advocates say, as KPMG projects double-digit increases over the next twelve months.
Naked Life raises $3 million in equity crowdfunding — the largest ever for a food and beverage venture
Naked Life set a new record for the largest food and beverage equity crowdfunding raise in Australia when it reached $3 million on equity crowdfunding platform Birchal.
Future Women’s Jobs Academy awaits independent assessment after huge government funding
Future Women's Jobs Academy describes itself as a program that launched “with a promise to help women connect, learn and lead”.
