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The manufacturing sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability, achieving steady growth through effective cost management and strategic investments despite economic challenges.

One of the fundamental rules for a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is the general prohibition on borrowing.

The current economic environment is challenging for businesses trying to operate when budgets are tighter and profit margins are squeezed. Family businesses are uniquely positioned as they’re used to maintaining a long-term perspective, naturally fostering a transgenerational mindset through knowledge sharing, learning and investment in the business.

As we enter the final week of the financial year, here are some things to consider when it comes to your superannuation.

Property has always been a favourite investment class for Australians over the years. However, the ability to use your biggest and most important asset for retirement to get exposure to direct property can be quite limited in the industry and retail fund landscape, which many Australians have.

Franking credits – a cornerstone of the Australian tax system – often an underappreciated aspect of tax planning, represent a potent asset for investors, particularly as the fiscal year draws to a close.

The results of the 2023 Family Business survey report identified top concerns for Australian family businesses in the current environment.

Ten years after the implementation of the Living Longer. Living Better Reforms, the aged care sector braces for more change. With the Federal Budget on the horizon, it will be interesting to see what considerations are given to a sector that faces continued uncertainty.

Currently, businesses who meet reporting thresholds will need to report on material climate-related risks and opportunities, including metrics and targets related to Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions from 1 July 2025.

Grant Thornton Private Business Tax & Advisory Partner Nick Love recently interviewed Mark Nicholas, Founder and CEO of Anchor Private Financial Services, about forecasting and budgeting for businesses, focussing on the banker's perspective on three-way forecasting.

Explore how to identify your business value drivers, the significance of valuation for business owners, and the right time to do it.

If you have sold or are looking to sell your business, there may be significant Capital Gains Tax (‘CGT’) on the capital gain. However, if you are a family or privately-owned business owner, you may be able to reduce your CGT through the small business CGT concessions (‘SBCGT Concessions’).