Financial Policy
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Should superannuation funds lend directly to SMEs?
First 5000 | October 5, 2018In the right circumstances superannuation funds could provide capital for growth to SME’s and business more generally, complementing more traditional capital sources such as banks, according to a new discussion paper.
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RBA small business finance report backs Ombudsman’s recommendations
First 5000 | September 22, 2018Small business owners and start-ups are still finding it difficult to access finance to start or grow their businesses, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest bulletin, Access to Small Business Finance.
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Ombudsman welcomes extension to crowdfunding eligibility
First 5000 | September 20, 2018The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell has welcomed the passing of legislation to extend crowdfunding eligibility.
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Ten years after the GFC the financial risks are worsening
Julian Lorkin | September 15, 2018With new risks threatening the balance of financial markets, the world has not heeded the lessons of the global financial crisis, says UNSW Business School Director of Global Finance, Fariborz Moshirian.
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Ombudsman welcomes instant asset write-off extension
First 5000 | September 14, 2018The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman has welcomed the passing of legislation to extend the $20,000 instant asset write-off for a further 12 months.
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Troubled times for financial services
Paul Tynan | August 8, 2018As the federal government, Royal Commission and FASEA continue to reshape the financial services industry and fuel many predictions and much speculation, it’s imperative to take time out to seriously consider the future as the ramifications are so immense.
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Productivity Commission draft report slams uncompetitive banking sector
First 5000 | February 8, 2018The Productivity Commission’s draft report into the finance sector has criticised banks for exploiting long-term customers and calls for regulatory reform to encourage greater competition.