“May you live in interesting times” (Traditional Chinese curse). Stock markets are supposed to be either ‘Bull’ or ‘Bear’ markets. But as I write, the global markets are behaving like an Australian ‘Kangaroo’ -jumping up […] Trump Blinks: How Economic Uncertainty Leads to Recession […]
Introduction In the first three months of U.S. President Donald Trump’s second presidency, the term “trade war” has gained prominence in the global economic dialogue. His aggressive trade policies and imposition of tariffs on various Trade Wars: Decision Making in Fluid Scenarios […]
The recent report from the ‘Parliamentary joint committee on Corporations and Financial Services’ recommends that the term ‘accountant’ be legally protected, addressing concerns that unqualified individuals can currently claim this title (Parliament of Australia, 2024). Statutory Protection of Term ‘Accountant’: What about ‘Management Accountant’? […]
You might not believe this, but I’m old enough to remember when flying was fun. Now, I’m sure you have got your own airline horror stories: delayed and cancelled flights, no legroom between seats; reduced Brands Behaving Badly […]
Executive Summary The Australian federal government intends to require businesses to accept cash as payment for groceries, fuel, and other essentials. It will begin to consult on the idea later this year with an intention Federal Government to Require Businesses to Accept Cash […]
It has been bad quarter for Big Tech. In the EU, Apple has been ordered by its highest Court to pay back taxes plus interest of 21 billion to Ireland. In the USA, a federal Bad Times for Big Tech: The Law is Finally Catching Up […]
Executive Summary On 9 September 2024, the legislation to enact Australia’s mandatory climate-related financial disclosure regime was passed by Parliament, which will be effective for financial years beginning on or after 1 January 2025. The The Era of Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Begins in Australia […]