#Growth Import Export
SME exporters cautiously confident
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).
Precautions a must for SMEs looking to trade overseas
Entering into an international trading relationship can appear complex and challenging to many SMEs. The risks are real and need to be carefully managed.
Cider Vikings in the land down under
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.
China the new frontier for international Australian SMEs
Considering trading opportunities with China, many Australian SMEs may view the market as almost exclusively an exporter. Yet new research reveals the reality is in fact quite the opposite.
How China’s unlocked currency can help your business
If you’re trading with suppliers in China, taking advantage of the recently unlocked Renminbi currency can help with cash flow, profit margins and negotiating.
Top 10 tips when sourcing from China
Here are 10 tips to help you on your next sourcing project in China.
The secret to business longevity
You only have to look at business failure rates to appreciate how tough it is keep a venture alive and profitable in today’s environment, but this is something two entrepreneurial mums have done successfully for the past 20 years. Here’s their impressive story.
Investors look to Africa for new opportunities
Infrastructure development remains the launch pad Africa needs to kickstart the economic transformation it desperately needs. And these are opportunities for foreign investors.
Confidence in Australian exporting rising steadily
Exporters are growing in confidence despite the high Australian dollar, according to the latest DHL 2012 Export Barometer, with half of all exporters expecting an improvement in company profitability over the next 12 months.
Exporting an idea: How one Aussie business is doing it
Export doesn’t have to be just about physical products. One Aussie company is showing the world how it’s possible to build a successful company based on the export of ideas. Meet the minds behind Creative Instore Solutions, whose products are encouraging impulse purchases around the world.
Free whitepaper: Top five emerging markets for exporters
The rise of China, the Eurozone crisis and fragility in the U.S. have shifted Australia’s focus away from traditional export markets, so where should exporters seek their fortune? Download this free whitepaper to find out.
Technology: Giving Aussie exporters a competitive edge
Australia likes to think of itself as the food bowl of Asia—or even the world—but there’s so much more to our food industry than container loads of wheat. Technology is giving Australian businesses the edge when it comes to exporting.
Exporting to an existing market? Tips for success
Selling the proverbial tea to China sounds like a marketing dream, but what are some of the realities of competing in a product’s country of origin? Here’s how to avoid a bloodbath when exporting in a red ocean market.
Protecting against bribery and corruption when exporting to foreign markets
If you’re going to expand your business and become an exporter, you’d better learn to manage bribery and corruption risk in foreign markets. This expert advice will help you protect your business if the regulator comes knocking.
How to choose the best export market
An improperly chosen export market based on short-term and opportunistic foundations can be severely damaging for most businesses. Here’s a deeper look into how to strategically plan your next potential export market.
World Trade Week to highlight importance of international trade to NSW economy
A series of international trade events will be held across Sydney to recognise the importance of international trade to the NSW economy during World Trade Week NSW.
How to build credibility overseas
To successfully take your business overseas, you need to build your credibility quickly. Thankfully, there are some strategies you can use to do exactly that.
Dinosaur Designs’ new era of business
Dinosaur Designs’ Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy are both business owners and husband and wife but perhaps more importantly they’re artists.
Australian wine industry rallies behind flood victims
Flood ravaged vineyards, some of which have lost their entire crops, have joined the Australian wine industry in an unprecedented show of generosity by the industry for victims of the floods.
Little Innoscents increases slice of the ‘organic pie’ in Asia & Middle East
Little Innoscents skincare is riding the wave of the organics market boom, and their new year’s business resolution is simple – get a bigger slice of the ‘organic pie’.
Aussie dollar slips below parity against US Greenback
The Australian dollar has slipped below parity with the US dollar overnight, trading as low as US 99.961c overnight, remaining below parity in morning trade.
Australian organic cosmetics gets certified in Japan
Australia’s largest certifier – Australian Certified Organic (ACO) – has made an exclusive agreement with Japanese Organic Cosmetic Organization (JOCO), empowering them to use JOCO branding without additional certification.
Aussie winemakers urged to sell to booming Chinese market
Aussie winemakers are being urged to consider exporting to the booming Chinese market by the Australia China Development Company (TACDC.com.au), with Chinese demand outstripping Australian wine supply to the country.
How exporters can soften the blow of a high Aussie dollar
There has been much talk and speculation recently with the Australian dollar hitting parity twice with the US dollar in the last month alone (the last time parity occurred was in July 1982).