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THE NEWS WRAP: Queensland Government could face claims from flood-ravaged businesses

8:10AM | Tuesday, 2 August 2011 |  The Queensland Government could face compensation claims from businesses damaged by the state’s widespread floods earlier this year.

Business lending takes a dive, as sentiment remains low, RBA reveals

8:53PM | Monday, 1 August 2011 |  Business loan balances contracted by the biggest monthly amount in June since September 2010, the Reserve Bank has revealed, as business sentiment remains at a low.

Westpac re-launches Bank of Melbourne amid SME apathy

7:52PM | Monday, 25 July 2011 |  Westpac has re-launched its Bank of Melbourne brand in Victoria, although new figures show small businesses see little difference between the major banks and their regional counterparts.

SMEs swayed by banks’ prices, not service: Report

7:09PM | Thursday, 21 July 2011 |  More than 60% of SMEs would consider switching banks if offered the opportunity, particularly if the price is right, a new report reveals.

Business banking satisfaction levels at record highs

7:00PM | Friday, 15 July 2011 |  Satisfaction ratings for all major banks in the micro business segment lifted for the first time in the history of DBM’s Business Financial Services Monitor, suggesting that business can expect to benefit from a buyer’s market.

Small firms missing out on bank loans: Report

7:11PM | Thursday, 14 July 2011 |  A new report reveals that business deposits far outweigh loans to businesses, particularly among small firms facing an ongoing struggle to access finance.

THE NEWS WRAP: Tiger forced to suspend online ticket sales

7:00AM | Wednesday, 6 July 2011 |  Tiger Airways has suspended online ticket sales as uncertainty continues over when the airline will get back in the skies.

Pessimism increasing among companies: KPMG

6:54PM | Tuesday, 28 June 2011 |  Pessimism is increasing among Australian companies, according to a new KPMG survey, despite opportunities arising from the resources sector and the digital economy.

Social media surge fuelling credit card scams: Report

6:32PM | Thursday, 23 June 2011 |  New figures reveal online credit card scams are increasing, with social media attributed partial blame, but the Australian Bankers Association insists fraud rates are still low.

Micro business focus helps extend Westpac lead over rivals: DBM

6:00AM | Tuesday, 21 June 2011 |  Westpac has extended its lead on the other major banks due to improved ratings in the micro business market, according to the latest DBM Business Financial Services Monitor.
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