Rising costs, weak consumer demand, and economic uncertainty continue to weigh on small business confidence
Deal worth $15.6 million
Australia Post closures affect SMEs
How non-banks help brokers service wider range of customers
Industry welcomes boosts to housing schemes, SME support
But they are also expecting major challenges, driven by increased operating costs, higher inflation and rising fuel costs
Demand for funds presents possibilities, lender says
Up 52% to $732.8m in last financial year
Growth deemed a priority
Difficulty accessing credit turns small businesses to alternative funding
