Growth | Import | Export
Access to finance continues to challenge the growth of Australia’s internationally-active businesses according a new survey commissioned by the Export Council of Australia and supported by Efic, the Australian Government’s export finance agency. The new Australian International Business Survey (AIBS) 2015 is one of the largest and most in-depth surveys of Australian exporters involving over […]
A surprising amount of Australia’s small-medium enterprises lack a working knowledge of foreign direct investment and how it relates to the economy and their business.
While Australian SME exporters continue to win contracts against global competitors, many find it difficult to access the finance they need to secure these opportunities.
Before you dash off to start looking at demonstrations of warehousing systems, it’s wise to invest some time to understand what level of system will best suit your business.
Compliance issues, red tape, and a lack of knowledge relating to FTAs are holding back many of Australia’s businesses from engaging in international trade, according to a new survey by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Australian and New Zealand companies are being affected by bribery and corruption, according to results from a Deloitte survey.
The Australia-Japan Free Trade Agreement has come into effect today, providing businesses with the opportunity to increase trade in goods and services with less investment restrictions.
Australian businesses operating in the services sectors can expect an FTA with Beijing to ease regulatory restrictions and make it easier to operate in and target the huge Chinese market.
40 per cent of exporting SMEs are expecting an increase in sales over the next year, according to research released by the Australian Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (Efic).
An ASIC report has been analysed by commercial credit reporting bureau CreditorWatch, and the findings have identified key learnings that may benefit SMEs and business owners.
Melbourne has become one of the world’s first cities to acquire its own domain address.
The Australian dollar has dropped on the back of a lower than expected increase in retail sales, with purchases taking a dive for department stores and household good retailers.
The Australian publishing industry has pushed back against a proposal to remove restrictions that have long shielded local manufacturers and distributors yet limited access to cheaper books for the reading public. One of the more controversial proposals in the recent draft review of competition policy was its recommendation to lift parallel import restrictions on books, […]
A renowned US economist has endorsed a pessimistic outlook for the Australian economy over the next 12 months, warning of a Chinese slowdown, halting GDP growth and a 20 per cent drop in the value of the Australian dollar. Roubini Global Economics, founded by Dr Nouriel Roubini, has warned that a tight federal budget, lower […]
Entering into an international trading relationship can appear complex and challenging to many SMEs. The risks are real and need to be carefully managed.
The latest DHL Export Barometer has found exporters are gaining confidence whilst learning to manage the strong Australian dollar, international competition and rising raw material costs.
The fortunes of one Tasmanian business have risen to international prominence on the growing popularity of a small purple bear, popularised in China and Hong Kong, thanks to a unique marketing strategy.
Entering the local market at perhaps just the right time, Swedish cider brand Rekorderlig is well-known and recognisable for its sleek branding. Yet far from being the brainchild of a faceless corporation, it all started at a kitchen table 19 years ago.
How many Royal Australian Air Force pilots leave to start their own natural skincare business? In all likelihood, not many. MooGoo, now stocked by 1,500 retailers and hospitals nationwide, started seven years ago quite by accident.
New research has revealed just 20 per cent of Australian companies have a firm policy for buying Australian made goods wherever possible.
