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M&A in the retail industry with James Beaumont

James Beaumont, Corporate Finance Partner at Pitcher Partners Melbourne, shares insights into the current market for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the food and beverage sector. As consumer tastes and market demands evolve faster than ever, food and beverage business owners face pivotal choices: adapt, grow, or consider an exit. James Beaumont sheds light on […]

One simple action can prevent multi-million-dollar supplier fraud

Key points Basic supplier reviews can save businesses from significant financial losses ESG regulatory reforms coming in January 2025 make supplier compliance necessary Financial experts can add an insolvency lens to supplier verification There is little that can prepare a business owner to discover they have been the victim of a fraudulent ’supplier’ who has […]

Webinar: New Pillar Two Rules coming into effect

The Pillar Two rules will impose a minimum tax rate of 15% on multinational groups in the jurisdictions in which they operate. To achieve this, the rules are introducing three new tax returns and increasing transparency as they seek to raise the stakes of multinational group compliance. In this webinar, Pitcher Partners Sydney Elizabeth Jools […]

Extended off-the-plan concession is a good step but certainty is the key

Key points: The stamp duty concession for off-the-plan properties in Victoria extended to investors and the price cap removed for all buyers Barriers to bringing projects to market still need to be addressed Early investor engagement is crucial to the development process The announcement that the stamp duty concession for off-the-plan properties in Victoria has […]

Off-the-plan duty concession temporarily expanded

‍The Duties Amendment (More Homes) Bill 2024 (Vic) is now before the Victorian Parliament. The Bill temporarily expands the stamp duty concession for off-the-plan purchases, which allows more purchasers (including investors) to access significant stamp duty savings. What is the bill about? On 29 October 2024, the Duties Amendment (More Homes) Bill 2024 (Vic) (“the […]

Restaurant take aways might be a recipe for retail’s success

Key points:  Retailers can take inspiration from hospitality’s efforts to band together  Collaboration can improve operational efficiency, productivity and brand loyalty  Start small and set the ground rules early to ensure an effective partnership  Sectors such as hospitality are scaling collaboration efforts as they face increasingly challenging trading conditions – should retailers take a leaf […]

Emerging industries: Maximising opportunities for your business

Key points: The Australian health and wellness industry is booming, with a 7.1% growth expected over the next eight years. Middle market businesses can tap into this growth by updating strategies, investing in R&D, going digital, forming partnerships, and embracing sustainability. Success hinges on agility, proactive leadership, and a knack for innovation and collaboration. The […]

Long-awaited Payday Super policy details released

Initially announced in the 2023-24 Federal Budget, Treasury has released draft policy design details on the Payday Super regime following consultation. Recently, Treasury released draft details in relation to the implementation of the Payday Super regime. The proposed measures effectively seek to ensure that Superannuation Guarantee (“SG”) contributions are remitted at the same time as […]

Webinar: Independent compliance committee forum

Pitcher Partners and Hall & Wilcox, together with the Melbourne Compliance Group, are delighted to bring to you the Independent compliance committee member forum webinar. Our panel of leading industry experts, led by Harry New of Hall & Wilcox provided updates on the recent developments and challenges facing financial services. Topics included: What fund managers need […]

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