Across local and national sources — latest finance from The Daily Ballarat.
Finance
From Bridge Mall vacancy rates to construction cranes on Sturt Street, local business owners and investors need to understand the indicators shaping Ballarat's economy right now.
25 July 2026written 5 July 20264 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): theguardian.com
Finance
With nearly $1 billion added to the city’s economy in a single year, locals face new opportunities and challenges in jobs, services, and housing.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): ballarat.vic.gov.au, thecourier.com.au, vic.gov.au +3 more
Finance
With shifting taxation policies and economic factors affecting the workforce, locals face new challenges and considerations in Ballarat’s job landscape.
25 July 2026written 13 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): ballarat.com.au, economy.id.com.au
Finance
A plain-language guide to what shapes home prices and rents in Ballarat, from its goldfields heritage and regional job base to land supply, migration and interest rates.
25 July 2026written 26 June 20265 min read
Finance
From monthly breakfasts to the annual Festival, Ballarat’s business gatherings offer insight into the city’s economic health and investment trends.
25 July 2026written 16 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): meetup.com, eventbrite.com.au, ngshire.vic.gov.au +3 more
Finance
A low unemployment rate has not eased the difficulty many local firms face when trying to hire suitable staff.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): vic.gov.au, ballarat.com.au
Finance
Shifts in local economy are influencing employment opportunities and skills demand in Ballarat's diverse business sectors.
25 July 2026written 14 July 20262 min read
Finance
Strong gains in output and visitor spending create openings for local operators across key sectors.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): thecourier.com.au
Finance
Local businesses exposed to commodity costs and consumer spending face a mixed global picture, with precious metals sliding while Asian markets post solid gains.
17 July 20264 min read
Finance
Domestic equity weakness and softer gold prices create fresh pressure on local portfolios tied to banks, property and resources.
12 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): finance.yahoo.com, finance.yahoo.com, finance.yahoo.com +7 more