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Today’s business leaders navigating Australia’s M&A landscape need to look beyond short‑term performance and financial metrics alone. What matters most to investors is a strong, scalable and defensible business, particularly in an environment shaped by geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Increasingly, ESG and sustainability considerations are not add‑ons, but core to business strategy and long‑term value creation.

Explores proposed CGT discount and negative gearing reforms and what they could mean for investors.

The Full Federal Court confirms that owner and beneficiary benefits in family businesses are not automatically subject to FBT, reinforcing the meaning of “in respect of employment” and providing guidance ahead of the 2026 FBT season.

From 1 April to 30 June 2026, Australia’s fuel excise is halved and the Road User Charge removed, impacting fuel tax credit (FTC) rates for businesses. Learn how these changes affect claims and compliance.

Family trusts can benefit from tax concessions that come with making a Family Trust Election (FTE) but risk Family Trust Distribution Tax (FTDT) if not managed well.

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Geopolitical shocks are reshaping supply chains – what this means for tax, trade, GST and Incoterms control.

Payday Super and contractors: key issues, payment timing risks and SG obligations for employers.

R&D Tax Transparency insights driving innovation in Australia’s agribusiness and food sector.

With the 30 April 2026 registration deadline approaching, companies that performed R&D activities in the year ended 30 June 2025 should be reviewing eligibility, documentation and governance now to preserve their entitlement under the RDTI.

US tariffs and IEEPA changes impacts on Australian exporters and trade compliance.

Payday Super regulations explained: how the new administrative uplift works and what employers must do next