2024: A Landmark Year for Cryptocurrency The long-awaited approvals for Bitcoin SPOT ETFs arrived in January, followed by SPOT ETF Options in October, ushering in a new era of mainstream…
Continue readingAustralia’s automotive market continued to evolve in 2024, driving continued uncertainty about how its future will unroll. While Australia’s car sales rose slightly to 1,185,982 units (up from 1,165,008 in…
Continue readingAustralia’s EV market in 2024 was anything but predictable. While early projections suggested a continued surge in battery electric vehicle (BEV) adoption, the reality told a more nuanced story. Instead…
Continue readingUpdates 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 readingThe 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…
Continue readingOver 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,…
Continue readingOctober 2024 VFACTs saw steady performance in Australia’s new vehicle market, closing the month with 99,969 units sold – nearly matching September’s 99,881 units. This stability is noteworthy, as October…
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