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business confidence declining

Small businesses experiencing their largest decline since the pandemic

The Index's drop to 89 points in December is the largest single-month decline since April 2020, when the economy was ess...

Median hourly wages among SMEs rise for the second consecutive month

Despite harsh economic conditions, SMEs are posting more job openings but struggling with fewer qualified candidates, wh...
sentiment, thrive, numbers, scaling, pace

Employment and wages growth among SMEs still strong despite slowing pace

As of July 2022, the average number of employees among Australian SMEs was 12.6 points more than in January 2019, though...
gender, hipster, millennials, diversity, workforce, gen z

Majority of Gen Z workers considered moving jobs post-pandemic

“This study should serve as a wake-up call to employers about Gen Z in the workforce...iif they don’t feel properly supp...
multiple, growth, sustainability

Small businesses experiencing strong sales growth

While many small businesses are still struggling to either find staff or schedule around isolation periods, sales growth...
post-pandemic, restrictions

Modest bounceback for small businesses on the back of easing of restrictions

"The latest Xero Small Business Index data highlights how it’s likely it will take a while for small businesses impacted...
age, JobKeeper, hiring, skill shortages

Small business vital to jobs recovery

New research reveals the crucial role small businesses will play in the job creation required in the recovery from the e...