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Rising unemployment a taste of what is to come, economist says

Unemployment reached a two-year high in January, says the ABS. Economists diverge on whether there is cause for concern.

16 February 2024 • By Nick Wilson

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Business conditions worse before they get better: CreditorWatch

A drop in invoice values and a rise in defaults point to a challenging year ahead, says the credit bureau’s latest data.

14 February 2024 • By Philip King

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Consulting inquiry grills KPMG over cultural practices

Responses provided by KPMG in relation to power mapping practices reflect a lack of cultural change since its exam...

13 February 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Government commits $41m to power SME energy relief

Businesses will be able to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to switch to more efficient equipment, saving on energy...

12 February 2024 • By Christine Chen

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12 February 2024 • By Test

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IPA raises transparency concerns with government grants for business

A large majority of business grants are awarded through non-competitive processes, contrary to government guidelines,...

12 February 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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‘No confidence’ in PwC’s ethics, senators say

Members of the inquiry into consulting services doubt the firm's ability to reform due to its refusal to share crucial...

12 February 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Inflation erodes employee confidence, but bosses upbeat

Confidence about the economy soars among employers while workers struggle with cost-of-living pressures, survey finds.

09 February 2024 • By Philip King