Tag Archives: SME sentiment tracker

SME outlook still positive, but rising interest rates temper optimism

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker presents a positive picture for SMEs, with profitability and expected revenue continuing to…

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SME sentiment remains optimistic as profitability recovers

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker provides cause for optimism, with YoY revenues rebounding from an annual low in…

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SME sentiment pops – are we turning a corner?

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the Fifth Quadrant SME Sentiment Tracker suggests confidence is growing in line with falling inflation and the stabilisation of…

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how strategic technology investment fuels growth in Australian SMEs

the critical role of SMEs in Australia’s economy Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) serve as the linchpin of Australia’s economic fabric, responsible for considerable contributions to job creation, innovation, and…

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the ChatGPT experiment by fifth quadrant

Over the past six months, Fifth Quadrant has embarked on a unique exploration into the awareness and application of ChatGPT amongst Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Australia. The graphics…

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challenging landscape persists as revenues decline

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the SME Sentiment Tracker offers a snapshot of persistent challenges and a glimmer of hope. The downward trajectory of…

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interest rates and energy costs drive SME sentiment lower

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the SME Sentiment Tracker shows both positive and negative indicators in June. Notably, 37% of SME decision-makers reported a…

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39% of SMEs fearful of recession

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the SME Sentiment Tracker shows that despite slightly softer revenue and profit numbers, SME financial performance was relatively strong…

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SMEs report stronger financials but recruitment activity stalls

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the SME Sentiment Tracker shows a significant improvement in financial performance in April 2023, following a slow start to the…

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SMEs remain resilient despite fears of recession

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. The latest wave of the SME Sentiment Tracker shows that despite significant challenges, all key performance indicators ticked upwards in March. One quarter…

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