Homebuyer woes and even more government debt: Why we shouldn’t abolish stamp duty
The call to abolish stamp duty in favour of a broader tax on all Australians could actually push up property prices and make it harder to by a home.
Google’s $2.1 billion Fitbit bid a threat to consumers, ACCC chair Rod Sims warns
Google's recent acquisition of Fitbit has come under scrutiny, with ACCC chair Rod Sims signalling the watchdog's intentions.
Baby boomer businesses: Soon-to-retire Aussie entrepreneurs rarely have a succession plan in place
For many baby boomers, retiring will involve selling their businesses. But many Australian entrepreneurs aren't preparing for this inevitability.
Buy, buy, buy as pay-later giant Zip charts plans for global expansion
Zip wants to open its purse to kickstart its global expansion plans, unveiling a proposal to obtain stakes in not one, or two, but three companies.
What’s it worth to you? How to get more value from the sale of your business
Having sold my own small business, I’ve seen firsthand how tough it can be to get to the point of sale and then maximise the final price.
Uncertainty for Menulog as UK parent Just Eat agrees to $14 billion merger with rival
Menulog parent Just Eats has agreed in principle to a $14 billion merger with Dutch rival Takeaway.com, in a deal which will increase competitiveness.
Red Rooster, Oporto sold in $500 million deal to take Aussie chicken global
Red Rooster, Oporto and Chicken Treat have been sold for about $500 million — and the new owner wants to take the businesses global.
Collapsed craft brewer SAMPLE finds buyer as independents grapple with competition
Sample brewing has found a saviour and will remain on shelves and bar taps as the industry grapples with the consequences of popularity.
Craft brewer SAMPLE Brewing collapses into administration, urgently seeks buyer
Sample Brewing has brought in administrators and is urgently seeking a buyer through an EOI campaign to continue operating its business.
Want to be acquired? Here’s how to market your business to global players
If you want to know how marketing can help you position your business for a sale, keep on reading. Here are five key questions you need to consider.
‘Bigger than Hendricks’: Four Pillars Gin has grand plans after selling 50% to drinks giant Lion
Four Pillars Gin has sold half its business to multi-national drinks giant Lion as craft-brew consolidation spills over to spirits.
MYOB deal uncertain after suitor cuts the price
A multi-billion dollar takeover offer for MYOB does not have the support of the company's board after the suitor cut the price.
