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Dealtracker 2025
M&A Transactions in Australia Dealtracker 2025
M&A deal volumes are down, but industry deal composition suggests Australia’s M&A landscape has largely stabilised. IMs led the charge by deploying long-held capital, while IPOs are subdued – likely into the future. Industrials continues to be the sector driving activity, and SMEs again remain some of the most sought-after targets for acquisition.
Jannaya James
Jannaya James
| 1 min read | 30 Apr 2025
Tax considerations through the lifecycle of a deal
Report Tax considerations through the lifecycle of a deal
This report explores the key tax considerations that arise throughout the lifecycle of a typical M&A transaction, from initial planning through to final stages of execution.
19 Jun 2025
Doing business in Australia
Report Doing business in Australia
Whether you’re opening a business for the first time or looking to expand, Australia is one of the most attractive business locations in the world with a relatively deregulated and open economy.
Matt Adam-Smith
Matt Adam-Smith
| 01 May 2025
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Client Alert Queensland Budget facing ongoing deficits
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Federal Budget 2023–24 Tax announcements
Insight Federal Budget 2023–24 Tax announcements
Federal Budget 2023–24 tax announcements for business and individuals.
Vince Tropiano
Anika Reside
Murat Cihanger
Sandie Boswell
| 11 min read | 09 May 2023
The pre-Budget state of superannuation
Insight The pre-Budget state of superannuation
As we approach the Federal Budget on 9 May, we share our insights on the implications of the Government’s recently announced Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions.
Simon Gow
Himashini Weeraratne
Adriarnne Ede
| 8 min read | 08 May 2023
Agribusiness, Food & Beverage Dealtracker 2023
Dealtracker Agribusiness, Food & Beverage Dealtracker 2023
Over the past 18 months, we have seen a consistent level of deal activity despite significant headwinds which have impacted the Agribusiness, Food & Beverage (Ag, F&B) sector and the broader economy. Through our analysis of 1,466 global transactions for the Ag, F&B sector in the 18-month period to December 2022, transaction multiples have remained strong – a pleasing result for businesses undertaking divestment activity.
Cameron Bacon
Tony Pititto
Thomas Caldow
| 3 min read | 04 May 2023
Leveraging industry knowledge to boost your professional services career
Insight Leveraging industry knowledge to boost your professional services career
Technical knowledge, digital proficiency and human relations are essential skills in our professional services careers – they’re the pillars to the modern workforce, and to thriving in an agile, increasingly technological world. But beyond technical and behavioural skills, qualifications and being entrenched in your advisory service, it’s empathy and understanding your client’s issues that elevate you as a professional. In the pursuit of specialisation, why is it important to also consider developing your industry expertise, and how can you gain it?
Fraser McNaughton
Fraser McNaughton
| 4 min read | 03 May 2023
Using data-driven insights to drive customer loyalty
Insights Using data-driven insights to drive customer loyalty
Customer expectations are quickly evolving. Unless your business can create a unique value proposition and strong connections with its customers, your relationship with your most important stakeholders is at risk. With demands for personalisation at its core, retailers are no longer encouraged but expected to build a connected consumer experience to support the customer journey and drive loyalty. How can retailers manage this demand for accessibility of products, information, and customer services via their platform of choice, as well as drive brand loyalty in a highly competitive marketplace?
Dhun Karai
Dhun Karai
| 4 min read | 03 May 2023
Coping with a dual shock: housing supply and rising rents
Insight Coping with a dual shock: housing supply and rising rents
Australia is at the pointy end of a long-standing housing crisis. On top of this, the cost of renting a home has escalated rapidly, reaching all-time highs in many cities with vacancy rates the lowest we’ve seen in years. How is the complexity of this problem impacting businesses and investors navigating transaction and investment structures or seeking to attract essential resources, alongside a challenging construction market? Will the May Federal Budget bring any changes to announcements made in October?
Sian Sinclair
Sian Sinclair
| 6 min read | 02 May 2023
Stability in legislation and administration: R&D and innovation this Federal Budget
Podcast Stability in legislation and administration: R&D and innovation this Federal Budget
In this episode, Partners and Innovation and Incentives specialists Rebecca Iwanuscha and Sukvinder Heyer discuss the importance of innovation, what to expect in the May Federal Budget, and what we want to see from the Government in terms of support in this space.
Rebecca Iwanuscha
Sukvinder Heyer
| 21 min listen | 02 May 2023
The importance of self-managed super fund administration
Insight The importance of self-managed super fund administration
As a Trustee (the person who manages the fund) you have many obligations you must adhere to once your self-managed super fund (SMSF) is setup.
Kirsten Taylor-Martin
Simon Gow
| 4 min read | 01 May 2023
The benefits of setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)
Superannuation series The benefits of setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)
At Grant Thornton, we offer a National Superannuation team to support you and your family with the accumulation phase right through to retirement.
Kirsten Taylor-Martin
Simon Gow
| 4 min read | 01 May 2023
Productivity Commission inquiry calls for submissions to increase Australian philanthropy
Client Alert Productivity Commission inquiry calls for submissions to increase Australian philanthropy
To support the Australian Government’s objective of doubling philanthropy by 2030, a Productivity Commission inquiry has been set up to analyse motivations for philanthropic giving in Australia and identify opportunities for future growth. Grant Thornton Australia will be making a submission centred around our observations on this matter. Our submission will include considerations on the Deductible Gift Recipient and broader tax framework, the operation of Ancillary Funds, fundraising laws and other related matters.
Bhavesh Narsey
Bhavesh Narsey
| 1 min read | 27 Apr 2023
Global carbon tax measures and impacts on trade
Insight Global carbon tax measures and impacts on trade
While Net Zero targets have been on the agenda for years now, we’ve recently seen a rise in measures along the regulatory landscape. Across the globe, there’s been significant public and private investment to support and encourage sustainable practices, implement carbon policy, develop taxes on carbon footprint and plastic use, and more. In a rapidly changing regulatory environment where exporters need to adapt to new measures implemented across multiple jurisdictions, how can Australian businesses adapt? And what tax reforms can businesses expect domestically?
Richard Nutt
Vince Tropiano
| 3 min read | 26 Apr 2023
Circle In: empowering employers, parents, and caregivers
Podcast Circle In: empowering employers, parents, and caregivers
In this episode, Jodi discusses the importance of empathy in the workplace, how we can continue to change the perception around caregiving, and why they continue to be inspired through their work with Circle In.
23 min listen | 26 Apr 2023
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