Australia’s three-speed economy has gathered pace, with resource-rich Western Australia strengthening its lead on the rest of the country,…
Australia’s three-speed economy has gathered pace, with resource-rich Western Australia strengthening its lead on the rest of the country,…
The only certainty is uncertainty: chances are the Australian economy is headed for another topsy-turvy year. But for the nation’s small-…
Consumer sales have increased for a third consecutive month, according to the latest figures from the Commonwealth Bank’s Business Sales Ind…
The release of positive economic news this week has raised hopes the last two months of the year will deliver a boost for businesses. W…
CommSec says a report showing consumer spending recorded its highest growth in almost two years suggests brighter times for business ac…
The beginning of a recovery in consumer spending may be in sight, after a monthly gauge of debit and credit card transactions recorded its l…
The United States’ credit downgrade could push up borrowing costs for Australian companies, resulting in a major blow to start-ups seeking…
Consumer conservatism and uncertainty over the carbon tax and mining taxes will weigh on sentiment until the end of the year, CommSec says, …
Unemployment remained steady at 4.9% in June and the number of new jobs soared by almost 24,000 but economists say small business is struggl…
Household finances have hit their lowest level in a decade as consumers increase their precautionary savings, according to a new report by t…
Economists say the pause on interest rate rises won’t last long, after the Reserve Bank surprised few by keeping rates on hold yesterday. …
New research reveals Australians are more likely to stay at home and use electronic devices than dine out, with industry experts saying cons…
