With 2010 behind us and the GFC imposed short-termism of the past few years becoming less prevalent, the start of 2011 is a good time for business and political leaders to consider the factors which will shape the months and years ahead.
Not only have the Queensland floods devastated whole communities with water damage and loss of life, but predictions are that affected communities will be hit by an increase in unemployment followed by skills shortage as people rebuild forcing hundreds of small businesses to close.
Leasing equipment can free up cash for more important needs, here are the top ten reasons to consider leasing as an option for your business.
Based on the results from the latest MYOB Business Monitor, things aren’t too rosy for many Aussie businesses.
Rather than waiting for the “good old times” to come back, it really is time for retailers to adapt to a new reality. In some market segments trading conditions will remain tough and may deteriorate further.
Small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) are urged to strengthen their cash flow position now to lessen the risk of liquidity or financial distress, especially after the Australian Tax Office (ATO) is taking a tougher approach to collect outstanding tax debt.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) chairman David Turner has applauded Australia’s banking regulation during the Global Financial Crisis for helping elevate CBA to the top 15 banks in the world by market capitalisation.
If you’re a small business owner who’s trying to find money to pay for new business equipment and assets, then you’re probably doing it tough right now.
Almost one third of new businesses failed between June 2007 and June 2009 according to the Counts of Australian Businesses, including Entries and Exits data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Australian businesses are looking to make the most of their travel budget in the wake of the GFC, according to a new survey
