Press Releases

Jan 21 2021

Building blocks: The outlook for cryptocurrency and blockchain

Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are opening up new opportunities for Australian industries, and are likely to become more widely adopted ov ... READ MORE
Jan 20 2021

Green shoots: Positive outlook for crop industries in 2021

The agriculture sector in Australia has been significantly affected by the global outbreak of COVID-19, and rising diplomatic tensions with China. How ... READ MORE
Jan 19 2021

In the works: Jobs of the future

As university students return to lecture halls in 2021, IBISWorld has highlighted key industries that are likely to provide significant employment opp ... READ MORE
Jan 17 2021

Meal delivery and fast food will struggle to deliver in 2021

Revenue in the Online Food Ordering and Delivery Platforms industry is expected to rise by 12.1% in 2020-21, to $847.9 million. However, revenue growt ... READ MORE
Jan 14 2021

Product purge: Single-use plastics to be banned in 2021

Australia is taking greater steps to cut down its plastic waste, with both South Australia and Queensland phasing-out single-use plastic products in 2 ... READ MORE
Jan 14 2021

Out of gas: Domestic fuel supply in doubt amid refinery closure

Australia’s fuel security is coming under increased scrutiny, ahead of the imminent closure of the Kwinana fuel refinery in Western Australia in the f ... READ MORE
Jan 08 2021

Growth op: 2021 spells green future for Australian cannabis

Revenue in the medical cannabis manufacturing sector is expected to grow to $31.2 million in 2020-21, up from $5.4 million in 2019-20, following a fav ... READ MORE
Jan 07 2021

Dim projections: Outlook for cinemas worsens in 2021

Major threats are on the horizon for the Cinemas industry, despite an anticipated rebound in 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. Last month, major ... READ MORE
Dec 22 2020

The Outlook for Mining Commodities in 2021

As Australia begins to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, IBISWorld has evaluated the outlook for the mining and energy commodities that make up the back ... READ MORE
Dec 17 2020

Neobanks: can they succeed?

One of Australia’s prospective disruptors in the National and Regional Commercial Banks industry has thrown in the towel this week. Xinja, a neobank w ... READ MORE
Dec 17 2020

Joyful Christmas for New Zealand Retailers

The retail sector is set for a strong rebound over the 2020 Christmas season, as a recovery in consumer sentiment fuels household consumption expendit ... READ MORE
Dec 14 2020

Cybersecurity services surge as attacks become more sophisticated

Revenue for the Australian Cybersecurity Software Services industry is expected to surge by 12.0% in 2020-21, as the frequency and severity of cyberat ... READ MORE
Dec 10 2020

What a 2050 net-zero emissions target means for Australia

The Morrison Government has taken a small step towards stronger climate policy this week, following the Prime Minister’s announcement that carry-over ... READ MORE
Dec 07 2020

Chopping Block: The Next Industries to be Hit by Chinese Tariffs

As relations between China and Australia hit their lowest point in over half a century, Australian industries are bracing for further tariffs that hav ... READ MORE
Nov 29 2020

China Tariffs a Devastating Blow for Australian Wineries

China has announced it will place tariffs on all Australian wine imports, ranging from 107% to 212%, representing a major blow to the Wine Production ... READ MORE
Nov 26 2020

Australians Becoming Increasingly Aware of Their Unhealthy Habits

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Australia is suffering from an obesity epidemic, with over one million Australians becoming obese over the past fi ... READ MORE
Nov 26 2020

IBISWorld Releases COVID-19 Special Report

Leading industry research company IBISWorld has published an in-depth breakdown of how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting every subdivision in the eco ... READ MORE
Nov 25 2020

Strong Sales Inbound for Black Friday Retailers

Retailers are likely to benefit from a surge in consumer spending during the upcoming Black Friday sales, following a rebound in consumer sentiment to ... READ MORE
Nov 24 2020

Positive Outlook for Domestic Airlines as Borders Reopen

Domestic flights between Melbourne and Sydney, once the second most popular flight route in the world, resumed this morning as Victoria finally conque ... READ MORE
Nov 19 2020

Cautious Consumers Choose Cycles and Cars Amid COVID-19

As Australia returns to semi-normal economic conditions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for transport has begun to recover. However, the ... READ MORE
Nov 18 2020

COVID-19 Accelerates Declining Alcohol Consumption

As COVID-19 restrictions are eased across Australia, demand for alcohol is on the rise across pubs, nightclubs, bars and restaurants. However, althoug ... READ MORE
Nov 12 2020

White-Collar Automation: Machines Disrupt Professional Services

Technological advancement is accelerating across the economy, and many industries within the Professional Services subdivision, including Management C ... READ MORE
Nov 05 2020

On the Rocks: Trade Tensions Mount Between Australia and China

Trade tensions between Australia and China have intensified as Chinese authorities have banned imports of Australian timber from Queensland and placed ... READ MORE
Nov 04 2020

Biden Presidency has Economic Implications for Australia

While the outcome of the 2020 US election remains undecided, it is increasingly likely that Joe Biden and the Democratic Party have successfully won t ... READ MORE
Oct 27 2020

Export Extinction: Asian Climate Commitments Threaten Coal

The long-term demise of Australia’s fossil fuel industries has become more certain this week, following Japan’s pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by ... READ MORE
Oct 18 2020

Eternal Returns: Budgetary Reforms Set to Shake Up Super

Australians are set to benefit from recently unveiled reforms in the $2.7 trillion Superannuation Funds industry, while underperforming funds are like ... READ MORE
Oct 15 2020

Racing Crowds Scratched, But Race Goes On

Victoria is preparing for a different spring racing carnival this year, due to ongoing restrictions on major public gatherings. Although the 2020 Melb ... READ MORE
Oct 11 2020

Ho-Ho-No: Bleak Outlook for Christmas Retail

The outlook for retailers in the upcoming Christmas season is bleak, as negative consumer sentiment, high unemployment, and falling real household dis ... READ MORE
Oct 07 2020

NBN vs. 5G: Internet War Heats Up as Government Extends Fibre

The Federal Government has announced an additional $3.5 billion investment into the National Broadband Network, which will enable thousands more Austr ... READ MORE
Oct 01 2020

Federal Budget Reveals Manufacturing Winners

The Prime Minister has revealed the manufacturing industries that are set to receive priority status in next week’s federal budget. These industries w ... READ MORE
Sep 27 2020

'Gamified' Platforms Disrupt Stockbroking Industry

As the ASX 200 index fell over 35% to reach a low of 4,500 index points in March, new retail investors flocked into the equity market. ASIC reported o ... READ MORE
Sep 23 2020

IBISWorld Names Top 500 Private Companies of 2019-20

IBISWorld, Australia’s largest industry research company, has named the Top 500 private companies for 2019-20. Published in the Australian Financial R ... READ MORE
Sep 21 2020

Households Stash Cash as COVID-19 Bites

The savings rate among Australian households has surged in 2020, as a collapse in consumer sentiment has driven consumers to retain cash and cut back ... READ MORE
Sep 17 2020

Economic Implications of the New Zealand Election

There is one month to go in the New Zealand election race, which is expected to return the Labour Party to government, and deliver a second term for P ... READ MORE
Sep 14 2020

Strong AUD Dampens Export Recovery for Australian Industries

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to grip the global economy, the Australian dollar (AUD) has recorded a significant reversal of fortune over the pas ... READ MORE
Aug 26 2020

Regulation Risks Australian Access to Google Services

Technology giants Google and Facebook face a looming confrontation with the Australian Government this week, following the end of consultations on the ... READ MORE
Aug 23 2020

Burnt Out: COVID-19 Hastens the Demise of Fossil Fuel Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic is expected to have a long term impact on Australia’s electricity sector. Government lockdown and social distancing restrictions ... READ MORE
Aug 18 2020

Charged Up: Electric Vehicles Surge in Australia and New Zealand

The outbreak of COVID-19 has weighed heavily on motor vehicle sales across Australia and New Zealand in 2020. Over the year through July, Australian n ... READ MORE
Aug 18 2020

Charged Up: Electric Vehicles Surge in Australia and New Zealand

The outbreak of COVID-19 has weighed heavily on motor vehicle sales across Australia and New Zealand in 2020. Over the year through July, Australian n ... READ MORE
Aug 17 2020

Shaky Ground: Trade With China Becoming a Greater Risk

The health of Australia’s trade relationship with China will be a vital factor in determining Australia’s economic recovery. China is currently Austra ... READ MORE
Aug 11 2020

Buy Now Pay Later: A Seismic Shift in Kiwi Retail

Demand for Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services has soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting a rapid rise in online shopping by consumers in New Z ... READ MORE
Jul 27 2020

Unbalanced: COVID-19 Shifting Australian Dietary Habits

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a mixed effect on Australian dietary habits. Lockdown restrictions have limited consumers’ access to fast food and gener ... READ MORE
Jul 20 2020

JobKeeper Protects Businesses, But For How Long?

The JobKeeper payment scheme has provided critical support to over 870,000 Australian businesses since its implementation in May 2020. However, the sc ... READ MORE
Jul 20 2020

Closed for Business: Border Restriction Delivers Mixed Results

The ongoing closure of New Zealand’s borders to international travel is delivering both benefits and costs to the economy. While the border closure is ... READ MORE
Jul 14 2020

The Effect of COVID-19 on Australian Carbon Emissions

The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly reduced Australian carbon emissions. However, Australia remains unlikely to achieve its emissions reduction ta ... READ MORE
Jul 13 2020

Buy Now Pay Later: A New Retail Dynamic Has Everyone’s Attention

The market capitalisation of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) operators has soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting a rapid rise in online shopping by ... READ MORE
Jul 08 2020

Foiled: Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter Shuts Down

The announced closure of Rio Tinto’s Tiwai Point aluminium smelter by August 2021 will likely reduce electricity prices for consumers, but also devast ... READ MORE
Jun 23 2020

A Cut Below: Negative Interest Rates Being Considered by RBNZ

With interest rates approaching historic lows, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ or Te Putea Matua) has been exploring a range of alternative mone ... READ MORE
Jun 22 2020

Big Picture: COVID-19 Control Assists Film and Stage Producers

New Zealand’s success in containing COVID-19 is anticipated to present significant opportunities for the country’s $1.1 billion Motion Picture and Vid ... READ MORE
Jun 17 2020

Setting the Stage for Recovery in the Arts Sector

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a severe toll on the Australian arts sector, with disruptions in funding, venue closures and event cancellations reduc ... READ MORE
Jun 16 2020

Fire Sale: Property Operators Carry the Recession Burden

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit Australia’s retail and commercial property operators hard. Social distancing measures and the general slowdown in econom ... READ MORE
Jun 09 2020

Construction sector unlikely to be saved by HomeBuilder

The closure of Australia’s borders, along with social distancing restrictions aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19, have led to a sharp downturn i ... READ MORE
Jun 02 2020

100 UK Specialised Reports Now Available

All reports in IBISWorld's UK Specialised collection, which covers a range of niche and emerging industries, are now online. READ MORE
May 21 2020

The Young and the Uninsured: Private Health’s Public Problem

The Health Insurance industry is in dire straits, with COVID-19 accelerating the trend of young people deciding not to buy private insurance. The fall ... READ MORE
May 17 2020

School’s Out: COVID-19 Threatens Higher Education

Australia’s education sector is expected to come under increasing strain due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Government restrictions implemented in ... READ MORE
May 15 2020

COVID-19 Unravels the Thread of Clothing Retailers

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed weaknesses in the supply chains of both department stores and smaller clothing retailers. Firms have faced difficult ... READ MORE
May 13 2020

Off Course: COVID-19 Has Chewed Up the Restaurants Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected the Restaurants industry, with revenue expected to decline by 25.1% in 2019-20, to $15.0 billion. With i ... READ MORE
Apr 20 2020

Called Off: COVID-19 Has Profoundly Impacted Weddings and Events

The COVID-19 pandemic is having a profound impact on businesses that rely on weddings and events. In March 2020, the Federal Government introduced str ... READ MORE
Apr 15 2020

COVID-19 Has Upended The Residential Property Market

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to take its toll on the economy, IBISWorld has examined the outlook for the residential property market and the imp ... READ MORE
Apr 08 2020

Aired Out: Potential Outcomes for Australian Airlines

COVID-19 has significantly disrupted the aviation sector. Revenue in the Domestic Airlines industry is forecast to decline by 24.3% in 2019-20. The In ... READ MORE
Apr 07 2020

Coronavirus Impact on Industries & Sectors Around the World

IBISWorld offers a collection of resources and tools to help our clients assess the coronavirus risk surrounding industries affecting them, their clie ... READ MORE
Mar 30 2020

IBISWorld reveals Australia’s Top 1000 Companies for 2019

Business analysts at industry research company, IBISWorld, have revealed the list of Australia’s Top 1000 companies for 2019. The list provides a thor ... READ MORE
Mar 30 2020

COVID-19 Government Stimulus Measures

The Australian government has revealed a range of stimulus policies over the past three weeks, in response to the growing threat presented to the econ ... READ MORE
Mar 18 2020

IBISWorld Releases Top 100 Manufacturers List

Business analysts at industry research company, IBISWorld, have revealed the list of Australia’s Top 100 manufacturers for 2019. The list provides a t ... READ MORE
Mar 17 2020

IBISWorld Releases AFL Revenue Ladder

While their premiership defence did not go to plan, the West Coast Eagles have gone back-to-back on the AFL club revenue ladder. The club’s revenue gr ... READ MORE
Mar 11 2020

IBISWorld Releases Bushfire Crisis Special Report

IBISWorld has released a special report analysing the economic impact of the unprecedented 2019-20 bushfire season in Australia. This report, compiled ... READ MORE
Mar 09 2020

Slow Going: Potential Recession Spells Good News for Some

Industry research firm IBISWorld anticipates that households will see little benefit over 2019-20, due to uncertainty surrounding Australian economic ... READ MORE
Feb 26 2020

Bin It Right: Recycling Crisis Prompts New Waste-Sorting Scheme

The recycling sector has been thrown into chaos in recent months following a series of announcements from Asian nations that they would no longer acce ... READ MORE
Feb 24 2020

Bad News Travels Fast: Tourism Slows Amid Fires and Coronavirus

According to IBISWorld analysis, the outlook for Australia’s Tourism industry is bleak for the remainder of 2019-20. The cumulative effects of the sev ... READ MORE
Feb 19 2020

Road to Success: Infrastructure Spending Paves the Way

The New Zealand Government has recently announced its intention to lift investment in the country’s infrastructure to the highest level in more than 2 ... READ MORE
Feb 17 2020

Strained: Lukewarm Sales Put Pressure on Tea Manufacturers

Unilever Australia has announced a strategic review of its weakening tea division this month, prompting speculation that the T2 tea chain could be put ... READ MORE
Feb 13 2020

Going Viral: Coronavirus Weighs on Australian Economy

This article was accurate at the time of its writing. Please click here for the most up-to-date IBISWorld information concerning COVID-19 (coronavirus ... READ MORE
Feb 06 2020

IBISWorld Reveals Industries Set to Fly and Fall by 2030

As Australia enters a new decade, IBISWorld analysts have outlined the key industries that are set to fly and fall by 2030. In this special edition of ... READ MORE
Feb 03 2020

IBISWorld's Brexit response: What happens next?

How IBISWorld is responding to the UK's exit from the European Union. READ MORE
Jan 28 2020

IBISWorld Reveals Industries Set to Fly and Fall in 2020

As the new year gets quickly underway, IBISWorld analysts have highlighted key industries which are set to boom and bust in 2020. In the 11th annual e ... READ MORE
Jan 22 2020

Risky Business: Industries to Feel the Heat of Climate Change

Climate change is expected to disrupt Australian industries by 2050, as extreme heat, weather events and greater variability in rainfall disrupt opera ... READ MORE
Jan 21 2020

Can’t Take the Heat: Coal-Fired Power Stations are Burning Out

As Australia enters another record hot summer, aging coal power stations can’t take the heat. The increasing likelihood of coal generator breakdowns c ... READ MORE
Jan 17 2020

IBISWorld Launches UK Specialised Collection: B2B

To help you find the right report more often, IBISWorld is expanding the titles it offers by launching a collection of 100 UK specialised reports. READ MORE
Jan 15 2020

IBISWorld Launches UK Specialised Collection: Energy

To help you find the right report more often, IBISWorld is expanding the titles it offers by launching a collection of 100 UK specialised reports. READ MORE
Jan 22 2020

Mixed Expectations: IBISWorld Commodity Outlook for 2020

As Australia moves into 2020, IBISWorld has analysed the outlook for commodity prices over the next year. Local firms are likely to struggle amid a de ... READ MORE
Jan 13 2020

IBISWorld Launches UK Specialised Collection: Technology

To help you find the right report more often, IBISWorld is expanding the titles it offers by launching a collection of 100 UK specalised reports. READ MORE
Dec 17 2019

Ins and Outs: Exports Bolster Weakening Economy

Industry research company IBISWorld anticipates that Australian exports will continue to outperform imports in 2019-20, following current account surp ... READ MORE
Dec 12 2019

Foiled: The Tiwai Point Smelter’s Future Hangs in the Balance

The expected closure of Rio Tinto’s Tiwai Point aluminium smelter in the Southland region of New Zealand would likely reduce electricity prices for co ... READ MORE
Dec 10 2019

Seeing Red: Retailers Set to Struggle as Holiday Spending Slows

Industry research company IBISWorld anticipates that consumers will be cautious with their gift shopping this festive season, with Christmas spending ... READ MORE
Dec 06 2019

Cash Cow: Chinese Dairy Acquisitions Raise Concerns

Chinese acquisitions of Australian agricultural businesses create new export opportunities, but also spark debate over foreign ownership of Australian ... READ MORE
Oct 23 2019

In the Money: Horse Racing Wagering and Attendance To Rise

A strong rivalry between Victoria and New South Wales surrounding the Melbourne Cup and the Everest horse races is anticipated to benefit the Horse an ... READ MORE
Oct 22 2019

Look Who’s Torquing: Demand for Electric Vehicles Is Surging

Although overall car sales have declined over the past year, sales of electric vehicles in New Zealand are on the rise, giving a revenue boost to the ... READ MORE
Oct 16 2019

Fully Charged: Electric Vehicles Reach a Tipping Point

Australia’s motor vehicle dealers and wholesalers have faced difficulties over the past five years as sales of new cars have continued to decline. How ... READ MORE
Oct 14 2019

Quantitative Easing Likely to Increase Home Prices

As the cash rate approaches zero, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has flagged the potential for ‘unconventional monetary policy’, including quanti ... READ MORE
Oct 09 2019

Fit to Print: RBA Plans Negative Rates and Quantitative Easing

With stubbornly low wage growth, inflation persistently below the 2-3% target and an unemployment rate resistant to downward pressure, the Reserve Ban ... READ MORE
Oct 01 2019

IBISWorld is Launching Over 200 On Demand Titles for the UK

IBISWorld is pleased to provide over 200 additional UK titles On-Demand. READ MORE
Sep 30 2019

IBISWorld to Present at 2019 RMA Conference in New Orleans

IBISWorld Chief Economist Rick Buczynski set to hold panel on how to prepare for the economic downturn at upcoming RMA Conference in New Orleans READ MORE
Sep 22 2019

Grand Scheme: Loyalty Programs Are Proving Highly Profitable

Australia is a world leader in loyalty programs, with almost 80% of consumers currently or previously enrolled in a scheme. Firms across the economy a ... READ MORE
Sep 15 2019

Highway to Well: Regional Wellness Spas Drive Industry Growth

The Health and Wellness Spas industry has recorded robust growth over the past five years. The industry’s expansion is quite remarkable, given that ho ... READ MORE
Sep 03 2019

Food Fight: Coles Strikes Back, but Woolworths Holds Sway

In the battle for supermarket supremacy, Coles has reversed its sluggish revenue growth to post a solid result in its first period as a standalone com ... READ MORE
Aug 19 2019

Making Waves: 5G Set to Shake Up New Zealand’s Mobile Market

Earlier this month, Vodafone New Zealand announced its intentions to begin constructing a 5G mobile network, with coverage for select areas in Aucklan ... READ MORE
Aug 14 2019

Put to Bed: Airbnb’s Success Has Left Motel Operators Struggling

The Tourism industry in Australia has grown substantially over the past five years. Rising domestic tourism and strong growth in international arrival ... READ MORE
Aug 11 2019

Stream Train: Streaming Services Have Foxtel Feeling the Heat

The rapid growth recorded by subscription video on demand (SVOD) services, such as Netflix, has come at the expense of pay-TV providers. With a virtua ... READ MORE
Aug 07 2019

MOOving On: Consumers Are Switching to Soy, Almond and Pea Protein Milks

Rising health consciousness and veganism’s growing popularity have contributed to skyrocketing demand for non-dairy milks over the past five years. Ac ... READ MORE
Aug 06 2019

Trading Blows: Australia Falters as Global Uncertainty Rises

Intensifying trade disputes between the United States and China over the past week have rocked the global economy. The potential repercussions for Aus ... READ MORE
Jul 23 2019

Fresh Strategies: Supermarkets Shift Away From Discounting

Since 2014-15, strong price-based competition has made price discounting the typical strategy for most supermarket operators. Major industry players h ... READ MORE
Jul 17 2019

Rough Streams Ahead: Possible Changes To Video-On-Demand Services

As part of its wholesale pricing review, NBN Co has floated the idea of altering how online video streaming traffic is treated on its network. This ch ... READ MORE
Jul 17 2019

Not Out Of The Woods: Oversupply Set To Reduce Forestry Revenue

The New Zealand export price of timber has fallen by as much as 20% over the month of June due to an oversupply in China. This drop is anticipated to ... READ MORE
Jul 16 2019

The Argyle Mine’s Closure To Disrupt The Global Diamond Market

Summary: Rio Tinto has announced the beginning of the 35th Argyle Diamond tender, which may present one of the last opportunities to buy newly mine ... READ MORE
Jul 08 2019

Extra credit: Buy Now Pay Later Services In A Weak Retail Market

Visa announced that it plans to enter the buy-now-pay-later services sector, despite subdued household spending in Australia. The sector is becoming i ... READ MORE
Jul 01 2019

100 Ireland Industry Research Reports at Your Fingertips

The full collection of Ireland Industry Reports is now available, offering granular, expert insight on the full breadth of the Irish economy. READ MORE
Jun 25 2019

Life after death: Innovations Drive Growth For Funeral Operators

Revenue for the Funeral Directors, Crematoria and Cemeteries industry has grown strongly over the past five years. Industry operators have increasingl ... READ MORE
Jun 20 2019

Lack Of New Gold Discoveries To Hurt Industry Despite High Prices

The Australian dollar gold price reached an all-time high of $2,000 per ounce this morning, signifying improving conditions for the Gold Ore Mining in ... READ MORE
Jun 19 2019

Online Betting Companies On A Winning Streak

Online betting has become increasingly popular in Australia. According to industry research company IBISWorld, online bookmakers are enticing punters ... READ MORE
Jun 05 2019

Interest Rate Cuts: Construction, Property and Retail to Benefit

The Reserve Bank Board has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%, ending Australia’s longest period without a change in the cash rate ... READ MORE
May 30 2019

IBISWorld Releases Industry Titles for Mexico Report Collection

IBISWorld’s new Mexico Industry Report Collection features in-depth analysis for 99 industries across major sectors of the country's economy READ MORE
May 29 2019

Punchy Performance: UK Wine Week in Numbers

What better way to start Wednesday than with a celebration of UK wine week in numbers? READ MORE
May 28 2019

5G 4Free: Telstra’s Offer Fuels Telco Competition Fire

Telstra has announced its first significant commercial move into the 5G space, offering eligible customers free access to Telstra’s 5G network for 12 ... READ MORE
May 01 2019

100 German Translations Released

IBISWorld is pleased to provide the first 100 translated German reports in a collection that will cover all 400 German industries in our collection. READ MORE
Apr 15 2019

New Zealand Industries Set To Fly And Fall In 2019-20

IBISWorld reveals New Zealand industries set to fly and fall in 2019-20 Beekeeping and Personal Welfare Services are set to soar, while Newspaper Pub ... READ MORE
Apr 15 2019

Online Grocery Shopping To Grow With Click and Collect Services

Click and collect services to grow online grocery shopping industry by 21.7% annually, IBISWorld forecasts READ MORE
Apr 15 2019

April Easter Spells Good News for Retail

Traditionally, an April Easter is good news for retailers, as the springtime sunshine helps to boost spending in a number of categories. READ MORE
Apr 07 2019

Rising Veganism Threatens Demand For Australian Meat And Dairy

Sales of vegan food products have soared over the past five years in Australia, with major food manufacturers and takeaway chains increasingly intro ... READ MORE
Apr 04 2019

Australia's Top 100 Manufacturers Powered by NMW

IBISWorld, in collaboration with National Manufacturing Week, has released a list of Australia’s Top 100 Manufacturers. Among the top performing indus ... READ MORE
Apr 03 2019

NZ Exports To UK And EU Threatened By Brexit Uncertainty

The United Kingdom (UK) is currently New Zealand’s sixth largest export market and is expected to import over $1.4 billion of goods from New Zealand i ... READ MORE
Apr 02 2019

Rising Veganism Threatens NZ’s Meat and Dairy Industries

Sales of vegan food products have soared over the past five years in New Zealand, with major food manufacturers increasingly innovating to introduce n ... READ MORE
Apr 01 2019

IBISWorld Launches Mexico Industry Reports Across Major Sectors

IBISWorld's Mexico Industry Report Collection aims to help users by providing industry data, analysis and forecasts at the international level READ MORE
Mar 28 2019

New Data Encryption Law Could Force Tech Companies Into Decline

According to industry research company IBISWorld, the Australian tech sector has grown rapidly over the past five years. The Software Publishing in ... READ MORE
Mar 28 2019

IBISWorld Launches Ireland Industry Reports

Understand what drives the Irish economy with IBISWorld's new Ireland Industry Report collection. READ MORE
Mar 26 2019

Myer & David Jones To Prioritise Private Labels

The Department Stores industry’s revenue is expected to fall at an annualised 0.2% over the five years through 2018-19, to $18.8 billion. This is expe ... READ MORE
Mar 19 2019

AFL Winners & Losers: The AFL 2018 Financial Ladder

In the lead up to the 2019 AFL season opener, industry research company IBISWorld has analysed the 2018 financial and attendance results of the AFL cl ... READ MORE
Mar 19 2019

NRL vs AFL: AFL to kick financial goals amid NRL scandals

Following kick-off of the 2019 NRL season last week and ahead of the first match of the AFL season this coming Thursday, industry research company IBI ... READ MORE
Mar 18 2019

Tariff Trouble: Sectoral Impact of No-Deal Brexit

IBISWorld provides a sectoral overview of the impact of no-deal Brexit and a possible customs union arrangement. READ MORE
Mar 14 2019

Government Indecision Over Snowy 2.0 To Cause Supply Shortage

Late last month, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a $1.4 billion investment in the Snowy 2.0 Scheme, as well as $56.0 million for the “Battery ... READ MORE
Mar 01 2019

Fire, Floods And Drought: Australia’s Agriculture Industries

Australia’s agricultural sector has been seriously affected by a range of extreme weather patterns in 2018-19, with farmers battling severe drought, f ... READ MORE
Feb 20 2019

Baby blues: The cost of raising a family rises in New Zealand

Baby blues: The cost of raising a family in 2019 rises by 62%, IBISWorld reveals According to industry research company IBISWorld, the cost of raisin ... READ MORE
Feb 18 2019

China’s GDP Decline To Affect Various Australian Industries

Red Dragon losing its roar: China’s GDP decline to affect Australia’s mining, education, retail and tourism sectors READ MORE
Feb 18 2019

Baby blues: The cost of raising infants in 2019 rises by 26.3%

Baby blues: The cost of raising infants in 2019 rises by 26.3%, IBISWorld reveals READ MORE
Feb 04 2019

Banks Must Regain Public’s Trust After The Royal Commission

According to industry research organisation IBISWorld, the banks and other major players in the financial services sector will need to earn back the t ... READ MORE
Jan 31 2019

Valentine's Day spending to reach £1.4 billion in 2019

IBISWorld expects total Valentine's spending to increase by 3.1% from 2018, amounting to £1.4 billion. READ MORE
Jan 25 2019

Burns Night: What's on the menu?

This Burns Night, IBISWorld invites you to take a look at what's on your menu. Find out key figures on the UK industries that go into a traditional Bu ... READ MORE
Jan 22 2019

The Golden State: West Australian Mines To Drive Next Boom

The Australian mining sector may be preparing for a return to the boom conditions seen prior to 2011-12, as investment in mining projects across Weste ... READ MORE
Jan 21 2019

IBISWorld Adds New Titles to Ontario Industry Report Collection

IBISWorld adds an additional 10 titles to its 40-report Ontario Industry Report Collection, providing more coverage across the key sectors of the prov ... READ MORE
Jan 16 2019

Australian Tourism Industry Flying High

More Australians are travelling overseas despite the depreciation of the Australian dollar over the past five years. According to the Australian Burea ... READ MORE
Jan 10 2019

The Industries Cashing In On Our Health And Fitness Resolutions

With many Australians feeling a few kilos heavier after the festive season, IBISWorld analysts expect the new year’s health and fitness resolutions to ... READ MORE
Jan 08 2019

Australian Industries Set To Fly and Fall in 2018-19

As Australian businesses enter a new year, industry analysts at IBISWorld have revealed which industries are set to boom in 2019, and which are likely ... READ MORE
Dec 18 2018

Rising Cost Of Living Pushing Consumers To Buy Now, Pay Later

Industry research company IBISWorld expects that the rising cost of living and sluggish wage growth will drive many consumers to purchase Christmas gi ... READ MORE
Dec 05 2018

IBISWorld's Ontario Industry Reports Available in Major Sectors

IBISWorld’s new Ontario Industry Reports provide in-depth analysis for 40 industries across various sectors of the province’s economy, including manuf ... READ MORE
Dec 05 2018

White Paper: The Electricity Sector's Failures and the Economy

Leading industry research firm IBISWorld has released a new report revealing the electricity sector’s failures and their effects on Australian consume ... READ MORE
Dec 04 2018

Christmas Spending Hit By The Cost Of Living Grinch

Christmas spending hit by the cost of living Grinch Industry research company IBISWorld has found that consumers will be cautious with their gift sho ... READ MORE
Dec 04 2018

Prosecco and Kombucha Among Top Tipples This Festive Season

Christmas Spirits: IBISWorld name prosecco and kombucha among top tipples this festive season Prosecco, craft beers, and rosé will be some of the mos ... READ MORE
Nov 02 2018

Betting Rises But Attendance Falls At The Melbourne Cup

IBISWorld: Betting rises but attendance falls at ‘the race that stops the nation’ According to business research company IBISWorld, betting on the Me ... READ MORE
Oct 31 2018

IBISWorld Launches Ontario Industry Reports

New provincial-level industry collection aims to help users by providing industry data, analysis and forecasts at a more local level READ MORE
Oct 31 2018

IBISWorld Examines The Trends Behind “Fake” Honey Manufacturing

What’s the buzz on honey? IBISWorld examines the trends behind “fake” honey manufacturing A study on the global honey industry conducted by Macqua ... READ MORE
Oct 22 2018

Challenges Ahead For The Aged Care Industry

Last month, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a Royal Commission into Australia’s aged care sector following allegations of patient mistreatment ... READ MORE
Oct 19 2018

Top Tips for Finding Expert Insights on the New Industry Insider

The newly designed content portal provides expert insights from IBISWorld research analysts, industry leaders, and strategists. READ MORE
Oct 16 2018

IBISWorld Reveals Australia's Jobs Of The Future

In the lead up to final exams for year 12 students across Australia, IBISWorld reveals the industries set to add the most new jobs to the Australian e ... READ MORE
Oct 16 2018

IBISWorld Reveals New Zealands' Jobs Of The Future

As students across New Zealand prepare for their upcoming NCEA exams, IBISWorld has identified industries that are set to provide strong employment gr ... READ MORE
Oct 15 2018

Could eSports Respawn Australia’s Broadcasting Industry?

With the NRL and AFL Grand Finals done and dusted for the year, IBISWorld explores another kind of sport that has begun to emerge in Australia: compet ... READ MORE
Oct 10 2018

The Everest: The race that stopped the decline of the industry?

The 'richest turf race in the world', The Everest, has made headlines over the year with its grand prize pool of $13 million and its controversial mar ... READ MORE
Sep 26 2018

IBISWorld research Australia's growing tourism industry

World Tourism Day 2018: Visitor numbers and tourist spending fly high while length of stay stalls As World Tourism Day approaches, new IBISWorld rese ... READ MORE
Sep 25 2018

IBISWorld explores the AFL clubs kicking financial goals 2018

AFL Grand Final 2018 – IBISWorld explores the clubs kicking financial goals West Coast tops the profit ladder and Collingwood takes home the revenue ... READ MORE
Sep 19 2018

IBISWorld reveals the threats looming over Coles and Woolworths

Supermarket Update Q3 2018: IBISWorld reveals the new wave of threats looming over Coles and Woolworths   The supermarket industry is on the thresh ... READ MORE
Sep 18 2018

Trump tariffs escalate trade wars between US and China: Australia

Trump tariffs escalate trade wars between US and China:Mixed results forecast for Australian industry, caught between largest trade partner and bigges ... READ MORE
Sep 07 2018

IBISWorld reveals industries set to fly and fall in FY2018-19

As Australian businesses enter the new financial year, industry analyst IBISWorld has revealed which industries are set to have a bumper 2018-19, and ... READ MORE
Sep 06 2018

IBISWorld names Top 500 Companies of 2017-18

Australia’s largest industry research company, IBISWorld, has named the Top 500 private companies for 2017-18. Published in the Australian Financial R ... READ MORE
Aug 09 2018

NEGative: How the National Energy Guarantee fails Australians

IBISWorld expects that the NEG would fail to accomplish its proposed goals and do little to improve the energy sector or reduce carbon emissions beyon ... READ MORE
Jul 31 2018

Michigan Industry Reports Added to State Collection

IBISWorld, a global leader in industry market research, has added Michigan industry reports to its growing US state collection. The reports will cover ... READ MORE
Jul 30 2018

New Additions to the IBISWorld UK Library

IBISWorld has introduced 12 new reports to our collection of UK industries, many of which reflect changes in both business and consumer behaviour. READ MORE
Jul 12 2018

IBISWorld analyses ACCC’s recommendations

This week, the ACCC released an extensive report that blasted the failure of successive governments to address a multitude of issues within the Austra ... READ MORE
Jul 02 2018

Georgia Industry Reports Available in Major Sectors

IBISWorld, a global leader in industry market research, has added Georgia industry reports to its growing US state collection. From construction and i ... READ MORE
Jun 20 2018

IBISWorld Launches Sector Reports

New sector intelligence collection aims to help accountants, bankers, insurance professionals and business advisors get a bird’s eye view of macro tre ... READ MORE
Jun 06 2018

Australia to become world's largest LNG exporter by 2020

According to industry research company IBISWorld, a combination of international and domestic factors has culminated in a unique situation, where Aust ... READ MORE
Apr 25 2018

Royal Wedding 2018

Royal Wedding 2018 Nuptials expected to bring in £561 million READ MORE
Apr 16 2018

Call Prep Insights Now on the Salesforce AppExchange

IBISWorld, a global leader in industry market research, launched a new sales acceleration tool called Call Prep Insights now available on the Salesfor ... READ MORE
Apr 11 2018

Australia ‘piggy in the middle’ of trade war between US and China

According to business information analysts IBISWorld, Australia stands to be caught in the middle of a trade war between the United States and China, ... READ MORE
Mar 26 2018

Easter spending up 6.7 Percent in 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Easter is the Longest Bank Holiday in the British Calendar! London, U.K. – 26 March 2018 - This Easter is expected to put a ... READ MORE
Mar 26 2018

IBISWorld reveals premium chocolatiers set to enjoy higher demand

Consumer spending on chocolate this Easter is expected to total close to $210 million in 2018, representing over $10 per capita. Growing premiumisa ... READ MORE
Mar 21 2018

IBISWorld reveals Australia’s Top 1000 Companies for 2017

Business analysts at IBISWorld today revealed the 2017 list of Australia’s Top 1000 companies, offering comprehensive and thorough insight into Austra ... READ MORE
Mar 14 2018

Aussie steel and aluminium sector to benefit from Trump's exempt

According to industry research organisation IBISWorld, the outlook of the Australian steel and aluminium sectors has strengthened significantly follow ... READ MORE
Feb 23 2018

IBISWorld reveals state of the supermarkets and grocery industry

In anticipation for the major players’ half year results and following the latest update of its Supermarkets and Grocery Stores industry report, IBISW ... READ MORE
Feb 19 2018

IBISWorld reveals the jobs of the future

As university starts up for 2018 students, IBISWorld reveals the industries set to achieve the greatest employment growth. As those studying in 2018 ... READ MORE
Feb 07 2018

IBISWorld reveals premium pet food fueling new pet-care sector

IBISWorld reveals premium pet foods fuelling new markets for pet-care sector According to IBISWorld, the composition of pet food manufacturing and sa ... READ MORE
Jan 29 2018

Valentine’s Day Sales Up 5.5 Percent in 2018

Valentine’s Day Sales Up 5.5 Percent in 2018 READ MORE
Jan 19 2018

Electricity spot market prices

Electricity spot market prices sky-rocketed yesterday, from around $100 per megawatt hour to over $12,000. The average price was $905 over the day, re ... READ MORE
Jan 17 2018

IBISWorld gives insight into Australia's health conscious index

While Australians are expected to consume less alcohol, spend less on tobacco, and consume more fruit and vegetables over the next five years, obesity ... READ MORE
Jan 10 2018

Australian Industry Sectors Set To Fly And Fall In 2017-18

As Australian companies welcome the New Year, IBISWorld’s business information analysts have revealed the top five industries expected to grow – and s ... READ MORE
Dec 19 2017

IBISWorld reveals online sectors affecting Christmas slow growth

While revenue is on the rise for online retailers, liquor stores and supermarkets, growth across other key categories has been constrained due to down ... READ MORE
Dec 19 2017

IBISWorld predicts petrol prices to soar

Retail petrol prices and purchase costs for the Road Freight Transport Industry to rise by 2022, with electric trucks becoming a more competitive opti ... READ MORE
Nov 30 2017

Amazon’s Australian launch set to shake up local retail sector

According to business information researchers IBISWorld, rumors of Amazon’s imminent Australian launch are mounting, with the company releasing an ema ... READ MORE
Sep 26 2017

Diversification and innovation power Maori business margins

Recent IBISWorld research indicates Maori authorities continue to steer profitable organisations that outperform the average profit margins of the wid ... READ MORE
Aug 30 2017

IBISWorld reveals NZ industries set to fly and fall in 2017/18

Across more than 200 New Zealand industries – from agriculture, forestry and fishing to mining, manufacturing, retail trade, transport, training and m ... READ MORE
Aug 08 2017

IBISWorld reveal airline industry benefiting from low oil prices

Recent IBISWorld research suggests domestic and international airlines are benefiting from a sustained period of low oil prices, which has reduced the ... READ MORE
Jul 18 2017

IBISWorld launches industry research on NZ report collection

Global business research company IBISWorld has released its inaugural suite of more than 200 dedicated industry reports on the New Zealand economy to ... READ MORE
Mar 09 2017

IBISWorld reveals the nation’s Top 1000 companies

Business analysts at IBISWorld have today revealed the 2016 list of Australia’s Top 1000 companies, offering detailed and diverse insights into the na ... READ MORE
Dec 13 2016

Festive shoppers seek bargains as spending tipped to disappoint

According to IBISWorld, Christmas retail spending is set to remain flat this December, growing by only 0.4% on last year’s sales as consumers tighten ... READ MORE
Dec 06 2016

IBISWorld reveals industries with strong employment growth

As thousands of school leavers across the country evaluate whether to pursue further education, vocational education and apprenticeships, or full-time ... READ MORE
Oct 12 2016

IBISWorld reveals the value of foreign markets to wine producers

IBISWorld reveals the increasing value of foreign markets to Australian wine producers as domestic alcohol consumption slumps A recent report by IBIS ... READ MORE
Oct 12 2016

Pick of the private pack

The 2016 AFR Top 500 Private Companies list in partnership with IBISWorld revealed Today, IBISWorld will release the much anticipated 2016 AFR Top 50 ... READ MORE
Oct 12 2016

Fishing for growth overseas

IBISWorld reveals strong export growth is keeping fishing and seafood processing afloat while aquaculture battles with Chinese competition IBISWorld ... READ MORE
Oct 12 2016

Surging apartment construction is driving growth

Surging apartment construction is driving growth across multiple states  The multi-unit apartment and townhouse construction industry has reached rec ... READ MORE
Jun 06 2016

IBISWorld reveals nation’s top 20 industries by growth in export

Against the backdrop of free trade agreements, IBISWorld has compiled a list of the nation’s top 20 industries by growth in exports over the five year ... READ MORE
Apr 19 2016

Taxing time for alcohol industry?

IBISWorld examines the possible effects of changes to alcohol taxes Ahead of the next federal budget on 3 May 2016 and amidst ongoing debate about ta ... READ MORE
Mar 07 2016

IBISWorld reveals Australia’s Top 1000 companies

Business analysts at IBISWorld have revealed a list of Australia’s Top 1000 companies, offering detailed and diverse insights into the nation’s most s ... READ MORE
Feb 22 2016

Private labels the new cash cow for dairy industry

A growing number of private labels poses a new strategic challenge for dairy producers The increasing popularity of private labels, which account for ... READ MORE
Feb 17 2016

Peer-to-peer lending set to take off in Australia

Financial technology, also known as FinTech, is a rapidly growing line of business that is revolutionising the financial services sector and disruptin ... READ MORE
Jan 19 2016

IBISWorld reveals the industries set to fly and fall in 2015-16

As Australian companies usher in the new year, business information analysts at IBISWorld reveal the five industries expected to soar and the five exp ... READ MORE
May 05 2015

McDonald’s Plays Catch Up via Re-franchising and Menu Updates

This week, McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook laid out the blueprint for the company’s plan to reverse its woes and return the company to stable growth ... READ MORE
Apr 20 2015

Medical, Recreational Marijuana Stores Revenue to Grow 30.3%

The Medical and Recreational Marijuana Stores industry has reached new highs, riding a wave of legalization to become one of the fastest growing indus ... READ MORE
Sep 03 2014

Bread And Cake Producers Struggle With Changing Consumer Tastes

The rise of the supermarket in-store bakery is causing problems for the bread production and cake and pastry manufacturing industries, which are strug ... READ MORE
Jun 30 2014

Poultry Meat Farming Remains More Profitable Than Egg Farming

Last month, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) started proceedings in the Federal Court against the Australian Egg Corporation ... READ MORE

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