This article looks at recent economic growth data released by the ABS and examines some scenarios and risks for the global economic environment in 2014. Which way is demand heading...
Let’s consider the mathematical schematics. The Colosseum in ancient Rome took 10 years to build commencing 70 AD. The axis of its elliptical plan is 188m long and 156m wide. ...
Operating a business in Australia can be challenging at best. Micro managing operational and financial events, navigating legislation, compliance and human resources takes consumable resources. But have you stepped back...
Wage growth contained, but competitiveness challenges remain This article focuses on analysis of one of the continuing weak links in Australia’s competitive performance – wage flexibility within non exporting firms. As...
Ian Joseph presented this key note address to the The Regional Pravasi Bharatiya Divas conference on “Bilateral Business Opportunities in Primary commodities - Australia’s experience in developing the agri-business sector”....
Business lending still alive despite housing loan surge This article takes a deeper look at recent business lending data released by the Financial Regulator APRA, both by business loan and also...
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Interest rate mixed signals – Is now the time to borrow? This article assesses the latest mixed signals on interest rate policy here and abroad. It also looks at the latest...
There's not much action to report in regard to economic renewal and activity at the moment. What steps is the government taking to stimulate the economy again? Andrew's observation that...
What does it mean to be competitive in the business environment? As the election looms, it will be interesting to see what the parties put forward to help businesses improve...
What's in store for businesses - large and small? All will be affected by labour force and employment issues. In his article, Andrew identifies the current key labour force trends and how they can...
Please take the time to read the latest Robinson Sewell Partners’ report on how the pending election is affecting business activity. Does the pending election materially impact business conditions and investment? To...