Prime Insights
Is Global Wealth Bouncing Back?
When the pandemic took hold in March, stock prices across the globe took a dramatic hit. But as governments swung…
Australians Ramp up Mortgage Repayments
Are Australians spending their savings from lower consumption and early super withdrawals on online shopping and gambling, as reports claim?…
Axing Responsible Lending Laws: What You Need to Know
The Australian Government is planning to roll back responsible lending laws in an effort to boost economic recovery. While this…
Beware the Rising Zombie Firms
The number of ‘zombie’ small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Australia is growing as more businesses are kept alive by…
Millennials’ Housing Woes: It’s Not About Avocado Toast
We all know young Australians’ struggle to get a foot in the housing market. But is their spending on avocado…
The Housing Market Isn’t Crashing, but Outlook Remains Weak
Back in April, predictions for Australia’s housing market were dire. Home prices were expected to plunge by as much as…
COVID-19 Crisis Increases Housing Pains
Housing stress is not new to Australians, but the COVID-19 pandemic has made it more severe. Research shows the number…
COVID-19 Now the Top Cause of Stress and Anxiety Among Small Business Owners
Problems with finances, employee issues and long working hours are usually the biggest worries weighing on small business owners. Now,…
Falling Population Growth Could Hurt Demand for Housing
For decades, overseas migrants and international students have propelled a property boom in major Australian cities. But as borders remain…
Why Falling Prices Won’t Really Make Housing Affordable
With home prices predicted to dive by as much as 32%, will a pandemic-induced property slump finally make housing affordable?…