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In Australia, economic growth in the September 2019 quarter remained weak with annual growth at 1.7% in the Autumn 2020 economic outlook.
Using diversification to combat risk
One of the most important principles of investing is to ensure that you have a diversified portfolio. Read why.
Managing the urge to switch investments
We are so busy in our lives today. Decisions are made instantaneously, but knee-jerk reactions are often the wrong course of action. Taking the time to evaluate a situation can lead to a more informed decision and a better result in the long term.
Economic outlook summer 2019
The trade war between the United States and China continued during the September 2019 quarter as the US imposed new tariffs on goods imported from China.
A Strategic Look at the People Numbers
Find out why we recommend that our clients get serious about understanding their workforce based on the numbers. The businesses who do so will taste sweet success.
Business Management Accounts
Working with an accountant who is also a specialist business advisor to provide specific management advice makes a lot of sense, yet only a few firms are qualified and confident enough to do so. Read why.
Management Buyout
Most businesses experience significant events such as acquisition, merger, liquidation, IPO, etc. A Management Buy-out (MBO) can be attractive to buyers and sellers who know each other well before the transaction. There are risks and careful planning is required. Our article explores these issues and why having a competent advisor is important.
Your business dashboard
We examine how to set and make use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to help run your business. Read why diligent preparation is important so that any actions you take will have a positive and immediate impact.
The private equity opportunity
The private equity universe is vast, differentiated by types of companies, investment strategies, and implementation options. Private investment vehicles differ markedly across these variables and, as with listed equity vehicles, it makes good sense to have more than one in your portfolio.
Stay close to your numbers
Find out how having a better understanding of your numbers helps you to make better business decisions.
