Wake-up call: coffee prices on the rise
For many, coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a daily ritual, a source of energy, and a social staple. Australia’s coffee culture is considered one of the world’s finest,…
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2024 end of year review – heavy commercial vehicles
Australia’s Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) market remained resilient in 2024, with 51,306 units sold (just 466 fewer than in 2023), highlighting the ongoing demand for freight services in the Australian…
Continue readingSME confidence grows amid political uncertainty
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. Despite a slowdown in revenue and profitability in February, SME confidence in Australian economic conditions has surged, driven by falling…
Continue readingCrypto in 2025: bitcoin’s growth, Trump’s impact, and the rise of meme coins
2024: A Landmark Year for Cryptocurrency The long-awaited approvals for Bitcoin SPOT ETFs arrived in January, followed by SPOT ETF Options in October, ushering in a new era of mainstream…
Continue readingincrease in new businesses, but rising australian insolvencies sound the alarm
The Australian business landscape is experiencing a notable dichotomy. On one hand, the total number of businesses increased by 2.8% in FY24, driven by a strong 16.8% entry rate. However,…
Continue readingis Mercedes-Benz shifting gears?
For decades, Mercedes-Benz has been synonymous with luxury and innovation, but its passenger car sales in Australia have nearly halved since peaking in 2017. While significant locally, this trend isn’t…
Continue readingcontinued strength in SME growth outlook
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. In January 2025, SME growth remained steady, with revenues aligning with December and the same period in 2024. The Hospitality…
Continue readingAustralia’s digital health reality check
The integration of technology into healthcare has moved far beyond simple fitness apps. From continuous glucose monitors to AI-driven diagnostics and remote patient monitoring devices, digital solutions are fundamentally reshaping…
Continue readingpositive momentum builds as SMEs eye growth in 2025
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. SMEs have shown resilience as they transition from a challenging 2024 to a more optimistic outlook for 2025. Despite ongoing…
Continue readingaustralia’s job market in 2024: navigating challenges and opportunities
Australia’s job market in 2024 has been defined by resilience in a time of economic uncertainty, with employers facing complex structural challenges. Data from Seek reveals that while unemployment remains…
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