Alon Rajic stories
Alon Rajic is a prolific author who displays a keen interest in the financial wellbeing and sustainability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). His recent piece sheds light on the alarming vulnerability of Australian SMEs, revealing that a significant portion could struggle to endure beyond half a year under the strains of an economic recession.
Rajic also turns his attention to consumer behaviour amidst financial uncertainty, analysing the shift in the Australian populace's approach to managing personal finances. He discusses the heightened scrutiny being applied to various fees and charges by individuals aiming to make more informed and frugal decisions in a landscape where no transaction can be taken for granted as 'free'.
AI adoption among Australian SMEs to surge by 2026, survey finds
Last month
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A survey by Small Business Loans Australia reveals 25% of SMEs are using AI, with 60% planning adoption by 2026. NSW leads, while medium-sized businesses show the highest uptake.
1 in 3 SMEs say they wont survive 6 months into a recession
Wed, 20th Jul 2022
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economics
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small business loans
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recession
34% of Aussie SMEs would not survive more than 6 months of economic downturn, with 14% unable to survive a recession at all.
Australians re-examining spending fees and charges
Wed, 15th Jun 2022
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fintechs
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online banking
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finance, leasing & rental
The majority of Australians are beginning to examine fees more closely. Unfortunately, no transaction is completely and always ‘free’.