Retail experiences weakest profits
Profitability amongst Australian small businesses fell sharply during the quarter, according to the Sensis business index.
Business confidence plummets to lowest level since financial crisis
Confidence among small to medium businesses is on shaky grounds with a new survey revealing it has dropped to a low not seen since the global financial crisis.
Retailer confidence jumps 24 per cent
New research released today in the June ARA Australian Retailers Index revealed a 24 per cent jump in confidence among SME retailers over the past quarter, with confidence rising to its highest level since August 2008.
Retailers hold onto staff in tough economic times
New research released today in the March Australian Retailers Index revealed retailers are working hard to hold onto staff with 65 per cent of SME retailers maintaining staff levels.



