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Federal R&D funding boosts productivity for the whole economy − making big cuts to such government spending unwise

Written by Andrew Fieldhouse, Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance, Texas A&M University

Large cuts to government-funded research and development can endanger American innovation – and the vital productivity gains it supports.

The Trump administration has already canceled at least US$1.8 billion in research grants previously awarded by the National...

3 Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start a Roofing Business
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From ‘Stone Age’ treasury boss to National Party Senator: John Stone 1929-2025
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The Mistakes Companies Make When Booking Event Spaces
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Why Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing Requires Strong Cybersecurity
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Why a surprise jump in unemployment isn’t as bad as it sounds
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As house prices drop, will the retirement nest egg still be such a safe bet?
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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…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

Indigenous businesses are thriving across a wide range of industries – here’s how to make sure that continues
When discussing the creativity and ingenuity of Indigenous people, we often talk about our deadly artists, sportspeople and Elders. But more and more, Indigenous business leaders are finding themselves in…
There aren't plenty of fish in the sea, so let's eat all that we catch
‘Tis the season for seafood. While those in colder parts of the world tuck into turkey and hot dinners, in the southern hemisphere we get festive with prawn cocktails at…
Turning customer experience into a competitive advantage this peak season
After a 2023 defined by softening in consumer spending, the upcoming peak season will be particularly welcome for Australian retailers. Consumers are still willing to spend, capitalising on the excitement…

Optimising your operations in FY2026 will help you combat the challenges of a volatile trading environment. Up, down, in out…Since the commence...

AI investments have become a strategic priority for business with the mindset that if you're not using AI, you're falling behind. But according to...

For many Australian businesses, growth increasingly depends on thinking beyond local borders. As wage pressures rise, and specialised talent pool...

As organizations globally seek innovative ways to improve sustainability and their impact on Earth, the American Waterways Operators (AWO), a lead...

A leading provider of energy solutions VoltX Energy has seen a 400% increase in demand for home batteries in the past three weeks as people put d...

When Rome was in crisis, its leaders did not retreat to the Senate. They went to the circus. To the chariot races. To the gladiators. Sport was no...