Economy

As cash flow pressures are poised to worsen for small businesses, commercial brokers are predicting a lift in working capital business loans.

Among ATO debts, cash flow issues, and higher materials and labour costs, brokers have shed light on the challenges facing small businesses and what they can do to help.

Cost-of-living pressures are becoming a more prevalent stressor for borrowers, a survey has revealed.

Small businesses looking towards non-banks for funding have spiked over the last decade, a report has shown.

The RBA still has a difficult job ahead of it and a rate cut may not alleviate any pressures, one commentator has said.

The introduction of government rebates has resulted in the monthly CPI to decline year on year.

The share of mortgagors at risk of stress has declined from its staggering heights following the implementation of the government’s tax cuts.

A survey has shown that small-business owners remain steadfast in their investment intentions despite challenging conditions.

Minutes from the August monetary policy meeting have suggested the bank has a lower level of tolerance for stubborn inflation.

The concept of ‘zombie’ companies was detailed in a recent report, highlighting a surge in this trend. Broker Daily chatted to a NAB executive on the matter who urged investors and brokers ...