Inflation stories

Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.

Western Australia tops Australia's economic rankings for the third quarter, with Victoria rising to second, driven by strong jobs and population growth.

A survey reveals 78% of UK finance leaders are hit by hidden costs or price hikes from financial software, adding pressure amid economic challenges.

Canadian online retail sales fell 3% in Q1 2025, with average order values dropping amid cautious spending and rising promotional offers.

Australia's Visa Spending Momentum Index rose 2.7 points to 98.6 in March, signalling a rebound in consumer spending after two months of decline.

Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.

Airwallex has reported a staggering 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024, spurred by booming transaction volumes and significant customer growth.

VistaPrint's 2025 SMB Report reveals that while over 65% of Australian small businesses face economic challenges, half remain optimistic for the future.

Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.

A new guide reveals that tech employees in Australia are increasingly assertive about pay demands, yet many struggle to negotiate raises amid rising living costs.

WTW has launched Radar Vision, an AI-driven monitoring tool for insurers, aimed at enhancing business performance and growth in the insurance sector.

A recent Deloitte study reveals that 82% of Southeast Asian CFOs prioritise revenue growth over cost control and financial performance amid economic uncertainty.

Australia's fast food sector flourished in 2024, adding 178 new outlets despite economic challenges, driven by major brands like KFC and Hungry Jack’s.

QBE Insurance's annual SME surveys reveal challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore and Hong Kong, highlighting rising costs and AI adoption concerns.

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.

A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.

Funding for UK FinTech startups dipped 2% to USD $4.9 billion in 2024, marking a five-year low amidst growing regulatory challenges and economic concerns.

A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 61% of CFOs plan to increase employee pay in 2025, marking a notable decline from previous years.

Rising consumer debt in the U.S. amid inflation and high interest rates prompts a shift towards multi-channel debt collection strategies to enhance recovery.

As inflation and uncertainty strain budgets, businesses are turning to Zero-Based Everything, a strategy promising savings of 10-25% and up to 50% in procurement.