ACN Business

Whether GDP swings up or down, there are limits to what it says about the economy and your place in it

Written by Sophie Mitra, Professor of Economics, Fordham University

The price of eggs might mean more to some Americans than what's going on with GDP.Scott Olson/Getty Images

The Bureau of Economic Analysis released the latest U.S. gross domestic product data on April 30. In the first three months of 2025, it said, GDP contracted by 0.3%. The GDP growth rate captures the pace at which the total value of goods and...

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight
Over the next five years, the federal government plans to buy more from Indigenous businesses, while cracking down on a pract…
Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be
Figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that over the year to December, wages grew by 3.4%. …
Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?
Kai Schwoerer/Getty ImagesDespite the harm it is known to cause to a significant number of New Zealanders, the gambling indus…
‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces
AzmanL/Getty ImagesBlak women make up a growing part of the Australian workforce, with 57% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Is…
55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short
Thanks to an unprecedented lift in public funding in the 2020s, an extra 55,000 new, good quality homes around Australia will…
A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs
Olia Danilevich/PexelsA recent case before the Fair Work Commission has revealed the limits of being able to work a second jo…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

How Australian Hotels are Standing Out from the Crowd
Standing out from the crowd in any industry is difficult, but those in the world of hotels are trying ever more imaginative plans to help their businesses attract new customers…
Royal commission shows bank lenders don't 'get' farming, and rural economies pay the price
The Financial Services Royal Commission has exposed the fraught relationship between farmers and financiers. We have heard about loan terms being changed without notice or consultation, loans revalued to suit…
Almost half of young workers expected to work unpaid overtime, while a quarter aren’t paid compulsory super
Anna Kraynova/ShutterstockA young person gets a job, excited to earn their first paycheck. Over time, they realise the hours are long and the payslips small. They are told to stay…

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

Psychological injury is now one of the most expensive categories of workers compensation claims in Australia, with Safe Work Australia reporting t...

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

UNSW Launches Global Innovation Foundry to Scale 100 Australian Startups Internationally New initiative provides startups and spinouts with direc...

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

A year after wage theft reforms came into effect, Australian businesses have increased their focus on payroll compliance, but confidence in pay accu...

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Australian retailers are turning to artificial intelligence to simplify and automate returns and exchanges, while strengthening loyalty programs a...

Whether GDP swings up or down, there are limits to what it says about the economy and your place in it

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight

Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be

Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?

‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces

55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short

A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

How Australian Hotels are Standing Out from the Crowd

Royal commission shows bank lenders don't 'get' farming, and rural economies pay the price

Almost half of young workers expected to work unpaid overtime, while a quarter aren’t paid compulsory super

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security