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The 2026 global economy: nervously muddling through
The world economy enters 2026 in a nervous state. Volatility and cautious consumers are the norm, even though growth has proven surprisingly resilient.
Small-business payment time improves slightly
The index rose 6 points in September to 127 points mainly due to strong jobs growth and record-high wages growth as well as an improvement in...
Easing conditions for small firms, despite strong demand
The survey found that SME business conditions edged down in Q3, led by softening conditions for the smallest firms; however, conditions remain...
Small-business wages grow but employment stagnates
The wage price index from the Australian Bureau of Statistics said the wage price index experienced a 2.7 per cent annual growth in median wages...
ASIC acts against greenwashing by energy company
Tlou has paid a total of $53,280 to comply with four infringement notices issued by ASIC over concerns about alleged false or misleading...
No budget winners while tax system remains flawed
Scott Treatt said Tuesday night’s (25 October) budget offered an insight into what the government may do to fix the fiscal policy but it is...
Budget: what it means for the tax profession
CA ANZ senior tax advocate Susan Franks (pictured second left) said extra revenue from this funding put the gains from tighter restrictions on...
Consumer confidence continues to decline
The index decreased in all states except Victoria and Queensland with more people expecting inflation to become a concern indicated in the...
CPI rises for 1.8% again in Q3
The CPI rose 1.8 per cent in the September quarter and 7.3 per cent annually, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of...
Business and industry groups welcome no-frills budget but not much in for small business
Jim Chalmers reiterated that Australians will be facing tough economic times in the years ahead as the country battles global economic headwinds,...
In their own words: What Australia’s leading business groups say about the budget
Growing workforce participation “This budget provides important strategic directions to encourage stronger labour force participation,...
