Finance

Trade buyers and private equity have been the traditional acquirers of businesses in Australia, but search funds are increasing in popularity, particularly for transactions less than $50 million. 

Of all the small businesses across NSW, only one third of these businesses are owned by women, according to the state government. 

RAI chief executive Liz Ritchie said the demand for regional workers was at an all-time high as available jobs in capital cities declined.

Australian fintech Zeller says half of all transactions processed through its terminals in May 2023 included a surcharge for customers.

On average, the results show that the bigger the business, the lower the rate of Indigenous employees.

Investment cons are responsible for around half of the $1 billion in total scam losses suffered by Australians each year.

Australian sustainable personal care brand Single Use Ain’t Sexy has announced that it has been acquired by global travel amenities company Buzz for an undisclosed sum.

The Australian Taxation Office said its call centres were unable to keep up with demand on Friday, as taxpayers and business owners alike flooded the system with last-minute end of financial year queries.

Visa will sponsor 64 grants that will be awarded to women-owned small businesses during the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

SmartCompany asked experts from across the accounting field about how small businesses should optimise their tax return this year.

The Technology Investment Boost promises 20% ‘bonus’ tax breaks to small businesses investing up $100,000 in new tech, equating to a maximum deduction of $20,000.

Taxpayers are being reminded by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) not to rush lodging their annual income tax return from July 1.