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Mike Baird to join KPMG board as independent director

The firm has enlisted the help of the former NSW premier to shore up governance amid ongoing scrutiny of the sector.

25 January 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Dwindling demand sinks growth expectations

Industry leaders forecast a bleak outlook for 2024 and are making productivity a focus to cope, Ai Group says.

24 January 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Small businesses ‘lack disaster plans’ despite floods, cyclones

Recent natural disasters highlight the need to prepare for the worst, ASBFEO says.

23 January 2024 • By Philip King

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Job anxiety stokes consumer stress levels to 4-year high

Concerns about the cost of living are levelling out but other factors mean all income groups have cut back on...

23 January 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Inflation, living costs rattle retirement plans

One in two surveyed by State Street are pessimistic about retiring on time, with unexpected expenses after leaving...

22 January 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Insolvencies ‘off to fast start’ after post-pandemic record in 2023

Less forgiving creditors and a focus on tax debt mean last year’s rising trend looks set to continue, Jirsch...

18 January 2024 • By Philip King

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Holiday calm leaves small business ‘adrift in eye of storm’

The spending slowdown shows few signs of easing, COSBOA says.

18 January 2024 • By Philip King

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‘Extreme’ consumer pessimism persists into 2024

Westpac’s index records the weakest January reading since the 1990s recession despite easing rate hike fears.

17 January 2024 • By Christine Chen