Finance

More Australian businesses are raising more money through equity crowdfunding, with investments in the last quarter up 620% compared to last year.

Banks are neglecting the lending needs of SMEs and startups, according to Judo Bank chief executive Joseph Healy.

Thousands of Australian women entrepreneurs were left disappointed yesterday after receiving an email saying their application to the Boosting Female Founders (BFF) grant initiative had been successful, only to later be told there had been a mistake.

Volt has acquired alternative lender Australian Mortgage in a bid to bring tech into an antiquated industry.

The government's cashflow boost program is still pumping billions into small businesses, Johnston Advisory’s principal Ben Johnston says.

New South Wales Treasurer Dominic Perrottet will unveil the state’s budget today, including tax cuts for electric vehicles, an overhaul of school hours and funding for a third city centre in Sydney.

Small businesses are hopeful Victoria's state budget will include measures to address labour shortages and increase the payroll tax-free threshold.

Scott Morrison has pledged $539 million for investment in low-emissions tech. But it’s unclear how much it will support the local ecosystem.

Payments fintech Square has become the latest player to announce it is rolling out a loan financing offering to its small business customers.

Equity crowdfunding offers an alternative finance pathway to banks and venture capital, if you’re prepared to share ownership.