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23 January 2023
What is Social Impact Investing?
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...
16 December 2022
Tips for businesses to survive and thrive in tough economic times
The stronger your business, the less likely it is to feel the effects of an economic downturn – or at least, the less severe those effects will be. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips that should help Australian businesses not only survive but thrive during tough economic times. We will focus on things like the disposal of surplus assets, controlling and measuring debt levels, and reducing debt where applicable. By following these tips, you should be able to keep your business afloat and even grow. The current economic climate Some industries, more than others, continue to endure...
13 December 2022
How to grow your business through mergers and acquisitions in 2023
In uncertain times, businesses have learnt to be more agile and opportunistic to survive and thrive. One way to do this is through mergers and acquisitions. By pursuing underperforming competitors or businesses with complementary capabilities, you can quickly build market share and improve your business’s bottom line. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the things you should consider when it comes to mergers and acquisitions – and where to find opportunities. Mergers and acquisitions A study by KPMG found that mergers and acquisitions were the most common form of growth for global businesses in 2021, with 2022...
9 December 2022
Partnering with Stirlings Performance Steels for business growth
How do you get the biggest Laser in Australasia across international borders and up and running in its home in Bibra Lake? In 2020, Ledge Finance partnered with Stirlings Performance Steels to facilitate the purchase of the Penta Bolt 12025 VII 20KW high-speed Fiber Laser, something the team from Stirlings had identified would help them to meet market demand and grow their supply and service capabilities. The size and scope of the project was challenging, and it took a strong partnership from purchase through to delivery and operation, with Ledge Finance being there all the way to facilitate the transaction....
7 December 2022
Using ESG in future planning for the Crane Industry
Crane hire businesses should position themselves to scale up with a mix of fleet assets to ensure they can service the expected unprecedented demand from the renewables sector. The arrival of the Anthony Albanese Labor government heralds a push towards renewables with a net-zero emissions target by 2050. And the direction Australia’s energy providers are heading is apparent. New wind farms are being constructed across the country, with the construction process made possible by the crane industry. Crane companies need to consider positioning themselves to upscale with the move towards the renewable sector, including a transition plan across fleet to...
29 November 2022
Commercial Property Outlook: Current Trends & What’s in Store for 2023
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...
17 November 2022
Announcing the launch of our new website
After three months of hard work and dedication, we are delighted to officially announce the launch of our new website! The core goal of this new site is to provide our visitors with a better online experience – with the information you want at your very fingertips. Prioritising user-friendliness above all, the new website is faster and easier to navigate. We have implemented a more intuitive navigation experience and introduced an interactive site-wide search system. This allows you to browse relevant information, based on your unique search requirements. Featuring a fresh new design, the site is fully mobile-responsive, making it...
15 November 2022
Ledge Finance & Stirlings Performance Steels
24 October 2022
SSH Group partnering with Ledge to kick acquisition goals
At Ledge, we are extremely passionate about seeing our clients achieve their ultimate business goals and continue to succeed. SSH Group is no exception to this, with the Australian-listed Company partnering with Ledge for funding options, which has seen them kick some huge business acquisition goals. We cannot wait to see what’s in store for the business in the future. We sat down with Nathan Drudi, Brand & Communications Specialist at SSH Group to ask them more about their business and where to next. Tell us about SSH Group? SSH Group Ltd is a leading integrated hire business specialising in...