Small business optimism declines as expectations for better business conditions worsens in December
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 2.1 points in December to 89.8, marking the 12th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98.
Germany’s private sector activity sees downturn in August
Market activity in Germany’s private sector slipped for the second consecutive month and at a faster rate, according to the S&P Global’s Flash purchasing...
Bosch hits 2022 targets, secures growth opportunities
German engineering company Bosch said it was able to boost sales and performance in the fiscal year 2022 “despite the challenging macroeconomic situation” with overall sales of €88.4 billion (AUD $137.5 billion), according to preliminary figures.
Victoria leading in Australia’s economic growth, says ABS
Victoria’s State Final Demand has seen a 6.5 per cent expansion over the past year, confirming that the state has recorded the strongest economic...
Austin marks first sale of Mainetec dipper bucket in US
Global mining equipment designer and manufacturer Austin Engineering has sold its first Mainetec-designed dipper bucket to a customer in the United States.
THL to buy SA’s leading RV dealer Camperagent RV
ASX-listed Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) has signed an agreement to acquire Camperagent RV Centre, an RV sales dealership based in South Australia.
Welding company K-TIG bags $600,000 order for turnkey welding system
K-TIG Limited has received a $600,000 supply and onsite commissioning order from Brewery Chemical & Dairy Engineering for the development of a Linear Precision Grow Line Circumferential Welding System
RWC signs $160M acquisition of Holman Industries
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) has agreed to acquire Holman Industries, a leading manufacturer and distributor of branded plumbing and watering products in Australia, for $160 million.
Australian manufacturing PMI sees stability amid improvement in new orders
Australia’s manufacturing sector has seen a further expansion in February amid a moderated decrease in new orders as firms worked through their outstanding orders.
Orbital UAV to raise $4M to boost engine development programs
Orbital UAV is raising $4 million through the issue of approximately 28.6 million new fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of $0.14 per new share to support its existing engine development programs.
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