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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.
Profit vs planet: how do super funds balance ESG with returns?
While few people pay attention to their accumulating funds until they are staring down the barrel of retirement, it is worth examining where...
How to value your accounting business
The market has come to its own conclusions around how to value a small accounting practice, says Kev Ryan, transaction advisor for accounting...
Demerger guide: When and how to split a business into separate entities
Whether it’s to improve investment prospects or protect assets, demerging – dividing a business into separate entities – can be a wise move. It...
Equipping professional accountants for sustainability
This publication sets out four key areas where accountants need to update their knowledge to meet the growing demand for high-quality...
Breaking the books: How a new practice launched annual retainers
When they left their corporate roles to launch their own accounting business, Paige Howard and Lauren Nikolovski – managing partners and the ‘P’...
New research on the motherhood penalty – and how accountants can help
Research from across the world shows that mothers earn less over the course of their careers than fathers and less than women without children....
Outsourcing and offshoring: What not to do
The Philippines is a popular destination for Australian firms looking to outsource or offshore. In a tight labour market and amid high demand for...
How to buy a business
Find out why the vendor is selling Before you look at the books, Sharma says, develop a clear understanding of why the business is being sold....
Top 10 MSME trends 2024
The International Council for Small Business has identified the 10 trends having the greatest impact on MSMEs this year – and which offer the...
How to sell a business: Sharon Roots on succession planning
Sharon Roots's journey from a local accountant to the IPA Member of the Year 2023 is a valuable lesson in the art of seamless succession planning...
