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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.
Australia amongst countries most prepared for crypto adoption
Forex Suggest has published a study that has analysed various factors such as number and accessibility of crypto ATMs globally, legislation and...
Little consolation for SMEs in June CPI
Speaking on this week’s Accountants Daily podcast, Ms Beadle said for many businesses the pandemic relief measures had just postponed the...
Economic headwinds must act as wake-up call
They are calling on policymakers to heed the warnings in time to make changes at the upcoming Jobs and Skills Summit. Australian Chamber of...
Retail sales reach new highs, but cost of business continues to bite
But the numbers are hiding the fact that the result is due to the rising cost of goods due to inflation. Spending remained at record levels in...
Federal Court puts a stop to fake tax agent
Justice Derrington ordered Franibelle Saludo Ordiales in July to cease operations and if Ms Ordiales breaches the order imposed by the court, she...
Faster payment times and stronger jobs growth help Small Business Index reach record high
In its June report, Xero found that the Australian index rose to 156 points in June, as payment times declined due to EOFY. Xero’s Small Business...
Alarming inflation figures reveal price pressures faced by business, households
The CPI has now surged to 1.8 per cent for the year to June, pushing inflation to 6.1 per cent, the highest level since June 2001. Australian...
CPI rose 1.8% while inflation hits 6.1%
Head of prices statistics at the ABS, Michelle Marquardt, said the quarterly increase of 1.8 per cent was the second highest since the...
Electric Car Discount Bill introduced to Parliament
The legislation, Treasury Laws Amendment (Electric Car Discount) Bill 2022, will amend the Fringe Benefits Tax Assessment Act 1986 to exempt from...
Super funds can’t be used to help cost of living, says ATO
The ATO has been receiving an increase in calls from people experiencing severe financial hardship or wanting to access their superannuation to...
