Economy

Aussie SMEs are doing it tough with compounding issues placing enormous pressure on these vital businesses. Greener pastures may be in sight, however.

As predicted, the central bank has decided to keep the cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent. Stubborn inflation has been identified as the key reason for this move.

The Reserve Bank has announced another hold in the cash rate, citing that underlying inflation still remains too high for a rate cut.

Maintaining a small business requires considerable effort. Outside influences out of control of an owner may also play a part. Here are the top challenges for small businesses.

New loan commitments fell after several months of positive growth, the ABS has shown.

New data has revealed that majority of Aussie home owners are worried about the upcoming cash rate call from the RBA as cost-of-living pressures continue to sting.

The inflation data is in and figures are finally back in the central bank’s 2–3 per cent range. With the cash rate call just around the corner, will this help achieve a better outcome?

The latest CPI figures have revealed that inflation has returned to the RBA’s coveted 2–3 per cent range.

The latest data from CommSec has shown that Queensland outperformed other states and territories in housing financing.

An emerging report has found further evidence that the Australian SME economy is comprised of many diverse regional markets.