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Aussie online retailers not expecting sales growth this year
The mood of smaller SMEs with 16-50 employees was most bleak with 57 per cent saying that they expect to see a drop in s...
Small-business owners seek cost reductions to survive economic challenges
Over 40 per cent of small-business owners are concerned about the increasing cost of supplies and materials.

Small businesses struggling to get past the cashflow crunch
Over 50 per cent of small-business owners have said that inflation has impacted their cashflow management over the past ...

SMEs optimistic despite inflation and recession concerns
SMEs are looking for ways to cope with inflation and possible recession, such as implementing price increases or reducin...
SME employee numbers and hourly wages declining in tandem
The latest SME Employment Hero Index shows that average employment growth dropped by -0.1 per cent as median hourly wage...
SME confidence declines significantly after a strong holiday season
Many SMEs are seen to be at a tipping point, experiencing declining revenue and profits and difficulties managing rising...

The dilemma of raising prices vs absorbing costs
If specific menu categories are always a hit and have high-profit margins, a reduced menu featuring these categories and...
SME confidence declining as economy faces downturn
ACA Research reveals that only 17 per cent of SMEs are trading at higher revenues than pre-COVID times.

SME revenues remain positive despite growing inflation concerns
"Heightened concerns about inflation and softer jobs data is a likely indication that SMEs are beginning to plan for som...

Cashflow issues affecting the mental health of small-business owners
Small-business owners are acutely aware of the challenges they face and are calling out for support to take back control...