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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 readingUpdates 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 readingAs 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…
Continue readingIn 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…
Continue readingNew research from Fifth Quadrant reveals Australians are tightening their Christmas spending budgets this year, but their enthusiasm for Boxing Day and New Year sales is on the rise. The…
Continue readingAustralian consumers are at a crossroads. With heightened awareness of health, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, they’re demanding more from their food and beverage choices than ever before. Recent data from…
Continue readingIn the Top Food Trends of 2024, Australians have rediscovered their love for home cooking. This shift has led to a greater investment in culinary skills and wellness, with many…
Continue readingUpdates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave The latest Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker continues to report soft revenues in line with weak economic conditions. 33% report lower…
Continue readingUpdates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave The latest findings from the Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker reveal a slight weakening in year-on-year revenue, with 34% of SMEs…
Continue readingUpdates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker reveals more measured sentiment in March, with revenue declining and expectations regarding lower…
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