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Beyond the City: How Regional Economies Are Evolving

Australia’s business scene is evolving, driven by a post-pandemic shift that saw city dwellers trade urban hustle for regional tranquility. The COVID-19 pandemic fuelled the “tree-change” movement, reshaping where and…

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Feb 2025 new vehicle Sales: Plug-in Hybrids Surge in Evolving Fuel Market

At first glance, February 2025 new vehicle sales appear disappointing, down 8% on 2024 for a total of 96,710 units. However, looking at the VFACTS and EV Council data in…

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Wake-up call: coffee prices on the rise

For many, coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a daily ritual, a source of energy, and a social staple. Australia’s coffee culture is considered one of the world’s finest,…

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2024 end of year review – heavy commercial vehicles

Australia’s Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) market remained resilient in 2024, with 51,306 units sold (just 466 fewer than in 2023), highlighting the ongoing demand for freight services in the Australian…

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SME confidence grows amid political uncertainty

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. Despite a slowdown in revenue and profitability in February, SME confidence in Australian economic conditions has surged, driven by falling…

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Crypto in 2025: bitcoin’s growth, Trump’s impact, and the rise of meme coins

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…

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increase in new businesses, but rising australian insolvencies sound the alarm

The Australian business landscape is experiencing a notable dichotomy. On one hand, the total number of businesses increased by 2.8% in FY24, driven by a strong 16.8% entry rate. However,…

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is Mercedes-Benz shifting gears? 

For decades, Mercedes-Benz has been synonymous with luxury and innovation, but its passenger car sales in Australia have nearly halved since peaking in 2017. While significant locally, this trend isn’t…

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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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Australia’s digital health reality check

The integration of technology into healthcare has moved far beyond simple fitness apps. From continuous glucose monitors to AI-driven diagnostics and remote patient monitoring devices, digital solutions are fundamentally reshaping…

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