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A new study explores the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses, and identifies some strategies that have proven successful in helping small businesses survive and even thrive.
3 trends driving real estate investments in a post-pandemic economy
Office real estate is undergoing a fundamental shift, while COVID-19 has accelerated a number of global real estate investment trends, including the continued growth of e-commerce and falling home ownership. However, new trends have also emerged, in particular, the decentralisation of work.
Economic Outlook Autumn 2021
Read why the post-COVID economy is expected to recover well with various indicators across many areas fostering expectations of growth.
Bringing Cash to the Centre
How to embrace BEST PRACTICES in cash management to develop a cash culture in your business that will serve you well in years to come.
How to seek out positivity and improve your wellbeing
In times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to take care of your emotional wellbeing and find ways to stay positive.
JobMaker Hiring Credit
The JobMaker Hiring scheme applies to employees starting employment between 7 October 2020 and 6 October 2021. It is a scheme that gives employers an incentive to take on additional young job seekers and eligible employers receive weekly payments.
Economic recovery watch
After the economic downturn and uncertainty that COVID-19 has brought this year, the big question is when growth will return.
Fight the flight when investing
It is absolutely important that investors avoid emotional, panicked decision making. Investors who panic sell run the risk of selling low and crystallising losses in their portfolios. Read why.
Staying on track for retirement
Regularly checking in on your retirement plan is always a sensible strategy. Keeping track of your finances becomes even more important in times of economic uncertainty. Given the changes we’ve seen due to Coronavirus, now is a good time to take a look at your retirement income plan with fresh eyes. We’ve put together a list of resources to help you.
JobTrainer skills package announced
The key part of JobTrainer skills package is the expansion of the 50% apprentice wage subsidy to businesses with fewer than 200 employees. Plus, the subsidy has been extended from its original end date of 30 September 2020 to 31 March 2021.
