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Australian Stories

Inflation stories

Loopit gains traction with flexible car subscriptions
Economics

Loopit gains traction with flexible car subscriptions

The car subscription model is rising in Australia, offering consumers alternatives to traditional loans amid inflation and economic uncertainty.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost
Marketing Technologies

Nearly half of Aussie small firms expect cash flow boost

Despite rising costs and economic pressures, nearly 47% of Australia's small businesses foresee improved cash flow by 2025, revealing growing optimism.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Black Friday evolves into key November event in Australia
Customer Experience

Black Friday evolves into key November event in Australia

Australia's Black Friday has transformed into 'Black November', with a 15% increase in spending, reflecting a shift in consumer habits and enhanced retail strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Inflation stories

Slowdown in employee pay raises forecasted for 2025
Human Capital Management

Slowdown in employee pay raises forecasted for 2025

A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 61% of CFOs plan to increase employee pay in 2025, marking a notable decline from previous years.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing
Customer Experience

Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing

A Gartner survey reveals that 68% of US consumers feel exploited by dynamic pricing, with many preferring brands that offer consistent prices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Global wage inflation for IT TSPs set to improve in 2025
Financial Systems

Global wage inflation for IT TSPs set to improve in 2025

Service Leadership's latest report forecasts significant improvements in wage inflation for IT solution providers in 2025, following a stagnant 2023.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Bitcoin reaches USD $100,000, joins top global assets list
Crypto

Bitcoin reaches USD $100,000, joins top global assets list

Binance Australia's latest report reveals a 39.9% surge in crypto market capitalisation to USD $3.47 trillion, driven by investor optimism and Bitcoin hitting USD $100,000.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
SAP Concur reveals 2025 predictions for T&E management
Digital Transformation

SAP Concur reveals 2025 predictions for T&E management

SAP Concur predicts major shifts in travel and expense management by 2025, highlighting investment in AI, compliance tools, and user experience improvements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Australians & Kiwis face strain from living cost crisis
Health Technologies

Australians & Kiwis face strain from living cost crisis

A report reveals ongoing financial strain for Australians and New Zealanders, with rising living costs leaving nearly half feeling worse off than last year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Majority of UK CFOs require six-day week amid stress
Artificial Intelligence

Majority of UK CFOs require six-day week amid stress

A survey by AccountsIQ reveals that 85% of CFOs in the UK and Ireland feel a six-day work week is essential to manage financial responsibilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Cyber Monday 2024 online sales surge to USD $13.3 billion
Gaming

Cyber Monday 2024 online sales surge to USD $13.3 billion

Adobe has announced that online spending soared to USD $13.3 billion during Cyber Monday 2024, reflecting a 7.3% rise from last year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Inflation stories

QBE report reveals emerging challenges for Singapore SMEs
Breach Prevention

QBE report reveals emerging challenges for Singapore SMEs

QBE Insurance's annual SME surveys reveal challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore and Hong Kong, highlighting rising costs and AI adoption concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually
Supply Chain

SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
UK FinTech funding drops 2% in 2024 to USD $4.9 billion
Fintech

UK FinTech funding drops 2% in 2024 to USD $4.9 billion

Funding for UK FinTech startups dipped 2% to USD $4.9 billion in 2024, marking a five-year low amidst growing regulatory challenges and economic concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach
Data Analytics

Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach

Rising consumer debt in the U.S. amid inflation and high interest rates prompts a shift towards multi-channel debt collection strategies to enhance recovery.

By Hans Zachar • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings
Chief Financial Officer

Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings

As inflation and uncertainty strain budgets, businesses are turning to Zero-Based Everything, a strategy promising savings of 10-25% and up to 50% in procurement.

By Naresh Kumar and Jeremy Smith • 6 min read • Sat, 11th Jan 2025
Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs
Commerce Commission

Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs

A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024