Business and Finance

The key principles of SII and what it means for Australian investors Social Impact Investing is fast becoming one of the world’s most significant investment trends. The core aim of Social Impact Investing (SII) is to generate positive social and environmental outcomes in addition to financial return. While SII is still a relatively new concept, it is rapidly gaining momentum in Australia and internationally. Morgan Stanley has forecasted impact investment growth to be around 30 per cent per year. And while the social impact market is comparatively small in Australia, it is projected to grow exponentially to approximately $500 billion...

Current market trends and what you need to know about the commercial property outlook for 2023 A Popular Investment Choice Property has long been a popular investment choice for Australians, offering reliable passive income and long-term capital growth without the share market volatility. Stronger rental returns, longer leases and fewer outgoings than the residential sector make commercial property a particularly attractive asset class. But with rising inflation, frequent interest rate hikes, and speculation about an imminent recession, confidence in the Australian commercial property market has been rocked. That being said, the outlook is far from doomed. Here, we delve into...

Everything you need to know about management buyouts explained Management buyouts have become increasingly common in recent years, especially in small business acquisitions. It’s something the Ledge Finance team are familiar with, having been through a management buyout ourselves, and having facilitated them for many of our clients. In a management buyout (MBO), a company’s management team purchases the company from its current shareholders. Because the management team is well-versed in the company’s operations, buyouts have a low risk of disruption and minimal transition and generally entail a fair selling price based on independent valuations. Management buyouts are an ideal...