Category Archives: Expertise

continued 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…

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australian SMEs: AI adoption trends

Advances in AI technology and adoption trends are reshaping how Australian businesses evaluate their digital futures. Our latest research conducted for the National AI Centre (NAIC) highlights how small and…

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positive 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…

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2025 global trends: will AI, crypto, and sustainability stay in the spotlight?

As we enter 2025, the global landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, shaped by technological breakthroughs, financial transformations, and environmental challenges. This analysis examines key global trends from…

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australia’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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Reshaping Digital Boundaries: Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

In an unprecedented move, Australia has enacted legislation banning social media access for individuals under 16, marking a landmark intervention in youth digital protection. The policy, which will come into…

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November 2024 VFACTs: Newcomers Shake Up Australia’s Auto Market

The Australian automotive market in November 2024 showcased a mix of challenges and opportunities as the industry nears its projected annual sales target of 1.2 million units. Current estimates place…

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The Pursuit of Wellbeing in a Time-Poor World

In today’s fast-paced world, wellbeing has become more than just a buzzword. It is a major component of how we manage our daily lives, with nearly 9 out of 10…

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consumers show willingness to pay for decarbonised products 

When discussing decarbonisation, the spotlight often falls on emissions released during a product’s use. Yet, a substantial share of environmental impact stems from the production phase. Addressing production-phase emissions requires…

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housing market cooling: how it’s affecting you today  

Over the past four years, we have tracked a series of key economic indicators in the Fifth Quadrant Economic Playbook, offering a comprehensive view of trends across the real estate,…

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