SME Sentiment Tracker

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SME sentiment declines due to weaker revenues and loan concerns

There is a marked decline in SME sentiment as only 10 per cent of SMEs expect the Australian economy to improve in the n...

SMEs still smiling despite new lows 

The SME Sentiment Tracker noted a decline in inflation, though concerns about operational and production costs have incr...
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SMEs are curbing growth as revenues drop again

The most significant revenue declines are observed in the distribution, retail, production, and construction sectors.
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SME sentiment hit hard by economic woes

High inflation and geo-political phenomena have led 56 per cent of SMEs to expect conditions in Australia to worsen.

SME sentiment declines as unemployment rises and revenue falls

Growth expectations for the next 12 months have decreased for the fourth consecutive month among SMEs.

SME revenue weakens as interest rate speculation intensifies

Despite the noted decline in revenue, 59 per cent of SMEs reported a profit which is notably higher than in the previoua...
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SME profits decline in the face of rising inflation and interest rate concerns

There is a noted increase in SMEs' concerns regarding inflation and interest rates, amidst apprehension that rate relief...
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SMEs more optimistic about the economy this year

Optimism about economic conditions is mirrored in growth expectations, with 44 per cent of businesses focusing on growth...
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SMEs more optimistic thanks to lower inflation

The job market overall remains dynamic with 17 per cent of SMEs planning to expand their workforce and 27 per cent activ...
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SMEs share their reasons for optimism in 2024

Half of the surveyed SMEs report profits, while only 20 per cent are operating at a loss, an indication of effective cos...