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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...
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...
SMEs prove their resilience as 2024 dawns
Short-term revenue projections for SMEs are positive, with one-third anticipating revenue increases in January and 37 pe...
SMEs overcome economic challenges to focus on growth
The proportion of SMEs anticipating a rise in capital expenditure has reached a peak, with 31 per cent expecting to incr...
Rising interest rates tempering SME outlook
Over half of SMEs say they expect the Australian economy to weaken over the next three months and only 20 per cent are a...
SME sentiment becomes more optimistic as profitability recovers
Over half, 53 per cent, of SMEs reported a profit during the previous month, an encouraging improvement from a low of 40...
SME sentiment seemingly turning a corner
A more bullish outlook in the lead-up Christmas trading period sees 37 per cent of all SMEs now focusing on growth over ...
SMEs facing declining revenues amidst persistent challenges
Despite the decline, business concerns have gradually receded which is attributed to the gradual easing of inflationary ...
Positive SME sentiment held back by rising interest rates and energy costs
87 per cent of SMEs are concerned about rising interest rates and 83 per cent about energy costs, while 67 per cent expe...
SME profits remain positive despite recession fears
A third of SMEs expect wage rises over the next three months due to end-of-financial year reviews and the recently annou...