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FCA and Octomedia launch Australian Franchise Outlook to champion industry
Octomedia and the Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) today launch a major new annual publication, the Australian Franc...
In spite of AI, people still look to trusted people when vetting brands
New LinkedIn research shows people turn to trusted voices in their networks for advice on brands.
Franchise growth modest, but recruitment a key concern: survey
The June quarter saw weekly revenue growth and a generally positive outlook.
ACCC warns tech giants are harming small businesses and competition
The ACCC's report suggests Australia needs to regulate the tech firms.
What SME owners worry about the most: New NAB survey reveals the list
Fifty per cent of small business owners are cutting costs.
Guzman y Gomez leads charge on fast food store growth, report reveals
Melbourne had the most new fast food stores open.
Australian small businesses losing economic share, warns Ombudsman
Payroll jobs in small businesses declined by 8.1 per cent in FY2023-24.
SMEs face rising costs but don’t want to raise prices. What can be done?
The BIG survey highlighted technology as a cost-control option.
Five small-business predictions for 2025
It’s that time when we look to the year ahead and wonder what’s in store for 2025. No-one knows for sure what’s to come ...