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SMEs dealt with $7 billion in unexpected expenses this year
The CommBank and YouGov survey found 52 per cent of SMEs under stress.
From “smartsumption” to “shoppertainment”: what are the latest commerce trends?
A new report from Afterpay looks at consumer retail trends.
Franchise execs to confront big issues at Australian Franchising Summit
Current economic, regulatory and reputational challenges are up for discussion.
SME survey reveals 60 per cent will use AI by 2026
The most commonly-used features are AI-powered reporting and chat boxes.
Why consumers are spending less, but not in all categories, and what’s the impact for franchise businesses?
Spending on QSR rose 5 per cent but declined 2 per cent for cafes.
Majority of retailers anticipate big challenges amidst spending dip
Small retailers are most concerned about inflation and interest rates.
Small businesses start the year strongly after last year’s slowdown
Sales rebounded early this year after weak sales in December.
Majority of Australians would support ban on disposable coffee cups
Research found 61 per cent of Aussies would ban disposable cups.
Land tax, interest rate pressures on landlords contributing to insolvency ‘domino’ among SMEs
Rent hikes are an added financial burden for small business.
Economic impact of TikTok highlighted in new report
More than 350,000 Aussie businesses are on the platform.