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SMEs facing declining revenues amidst persistent challenges
Despite the decline, business concerns have gradually receded which is attributed to the gradual easing of inflationary ...
Positive SME sentiment held back by rising interest rates and energy costs
87 per cent of SMEs are concerned about rising interest rates and 83 per cent about energy costs, while 67 per cent expe...
SME profits remain positive despite recession fears
A third of SMEs expect wage rises over the next three months due to end-of-financial year reviews and the recently annou...
SMEs experiencing increased revenue but recruitment is stagnant
The SME Sentiment Tracker found that only 21 per cent of SMEs were actively recruiting in April, down from 26 per cent i...
SMEs increasing their revenue despite recession concerns
SMEs remained resilient in March, but despite stronger revenue and profitability figures, rising input costs such as wag...
SME confidence declines significantly after a strong holiday season
Many SMEs are seen to be at a tipping point, experiencing declining revenue and profits and difficulties managing rising...
Steady growth forecast for SMEs despite revenue decline
SMEs are optimistic of their growth potential despite being less optimistic about the global and Australian economic sit...
Higher revenue lifts SME sentiment at the beginning of 2023
Employment figures remained consistent in December with 28 per cent of SMEs actively recruiting, compared to 24 per cent...