#Exports
Going global with your business
Julia Christie, the innovator and designer of the multi-award-winning baby nail trimmer – the Nail Snail, has recently expanded her business outside of Australia and says that “Done right, it can be the best thing for your business.” After providing safer nail care to countless parents of toddlers, babies and newborns across Australia and selling […]
Export opportunities await in South Korea for SMEs
South Korea is one of Australia’s closest economic and trading partners, and with its high-income economy, there is a strong market for Australia’s high quality goods and services. For Australian SME exporters thinking about entering the South Korean market, it is important to first identify the opportunities for your business and any potential risks. Opportunities […]
Calls for certainty on the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has said the Labor Party needs to declare its support for the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) in order to deliver certainty to Australian exporters seeking to use the improved trade arrangements to create jobs at home. Kate Carnell AO, CEO of the Australian Chamber, said the parliamentary […]
‘Month of Brazil’ celebrates strong trade and investment relationship
In celebration of 70 years of diplomatic ties since 1945 and to promote continued cooperation for trade and investment, September will be known as ‘the month of Brazil’ in Australia. Australia and Brazil, the Southern Hemisphere’s two largest economies, have shared a strong bilateral relationship that has in recent years become an even more important […]
Manufacturing sector expands for first time in 6 months
While new orders and production sub-indexes both saw climbs, to 52.8 and 52.9 respectively, manufacturing sales dropped for the 12th month, hitting 47.9.
Support for Australian SMEs looking to grow internationally
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.
Grit, determination and preparation – establishing your export operations
Australia’s SME exporters are vital drivers of our economic growth, however, they’re not often an overnight success. Creating a successful export operation takes grit, determination and a good deal of careful preparation.
Wine exports experience small rise
Australia’s wine exports have seen a small increase in the year ended September 2014, according to a report released by the Australian Grape and Wine Authority (AGWA).
5 steps to start currency hedging
Well, 2012 is done and dusted. We survived the fiscal cliff, the end of the world, and currency volatility continued to be the norm. During the Christmas and New Year period alone, currency markets rode a roller coaster up and down a 200 point range.
The international potential for Australian businesses
The prospect of internationalisation is intimidating, especially the overwhelming thought of the time and monetary investment needed to expand. However, international expansion can be as straightforward as trialling your product in new regions or delving further into expansion by developing a localised website.
Export finance agreement signed by ANZ and EFIC
ANZ and the Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC) have signed a new agreement to assist Australian exporters with financing requirements.
ACCC authorises closure of Gladstone Port coal terminal
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorised arrangements to transfer specified amounts of coal handling capacity from the Barney Point coal terminal to the proposed Wiggins Island terminal at the Port of Gladstone in Queensland.