{"id":39,"date":"2014-09-11T16:04:11","date_gmt":"2014-09-11T16:04:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/australia\/?p=39"},"modified":"2021-03-02T15:52:05","modified_gmt":"2021-03-02T20:52:05","slug":"why-investing-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/why-investing-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Investing in Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Why Investing in Australia<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>Growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Built on 22 years of uninterrupted annual growth, Australia\u2019s robust and diverse economy is the only economy to consistently rank in the world\u2019s top five most resilient economies since 2008.<\/p>\n<p>Australia\u2019s growth is underpinned by its strong trade ties with Asia, Europe and the Americas.<\/p>\n<p>Australia is \u2018triple A\u2019 rated by all three major global ratings agencies. Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is projected to outperform every major advanced economy to 2018.<\/p>\n<p>For investors looking for growth opportunities in a low-risk environment, these fundamentals provide confidence.<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:13px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'Arial';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\">I found this great podcast by<\/span><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" data-sheets-formula-bar-text-link=\"https:\/\/expatmoneyshow.com\/\" data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:13px;color:#1155cc;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:underline;font-family:''Arial'';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"> The Expat Money Show &#8211; <span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;085: Warren Black \u2013 International Tax Expert Champions For Sovereignty&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:8705,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;16&quot;:10}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/expatmoneyshow.com\/captivate-podcast\/085-warren-black\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/expatmoneyshow.com\/captivate-podcast\/085-warren-black\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">085: Warren Black \u2013 International Tax Expert Champions For Sovereignty<\/a><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Growth Credentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts growth of three per cent in 2013, and an average annual rate of 3.2 per cent from 2012 to 2017.<\/li>\n<li>Australia\u2019s real GDP growth is expected to outperform every major advanced economy to 2017 (IMF World Economic Outlook, Oct 2012).<\/li>\n<li>Australia ranks as the world\u2019s third largest energy export producer (International Energy Agency, <em>Key World Energy Statistics<\/em> 2012).<\/li>\n<li>Australia is much more than mining and resources: more than 80 per cent of its economy is services based.<\/li>\n<li>Australia has recorded 22 years of uninterrupted annual growth from 1991 to 2012, an achievement unequalled by any other developed economy (IMF World Economic Outlook Database 2012).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Innovation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Australia\u2019s strong track record, quality research institutions and commitment to world-class innovation make it a proven destination to develop new ideas and bring them to life. An advanced innovation framework, coupled with government and business investment in research and development, strong intellectual property protection and a track record of world-class outcomes, create opportunities for investors to collaborate in commercialising research and innovation. The country\u2019s research institutions are among the best in the world and offer opportunities for private-sector industry collaborations. Australia\u2019s talented and highly skilled workforce provides the resources necessary for investors to realise their potential.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Innovation credentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Total R&amp;D investment has trebled in the past 10 years and Australia\u2019s R&amp;D spend has increased by almost twice the OECD average.<\/li>\n<li>Australians have invented or helped develop the bionic ear, Google Maps, high-speed WiFi, the world\u2019s first cervical cancer vaccine\u2014Gardasil and spray-on skin for burn victims.<\/li>\n<li>Australia is home to world-class universities and research institutions including six of the world\u2019s top 100 universities.<\/li>\n<li>Australia\u2019s national science agency CSIRO ranks among the world\u2019s top scientific institutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Australia is a major trading nation, with eight of its top 10 export markets within the Asian region. Australian businesses have been trading with the Asia-Pacific for more than half a century and understand these markets, offering the benefits of experience and established trade and investment ties.<\/p>\n<p>With these trade links, strategic location and a highly educated, multilingual workforce, Australia is uniquely positioned as a platform for growth. Australia also bridges the world\u2019s major time zones, offering 24-hour access for global organisations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Location credentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Eight of Australia\u2019s top 10 export markets are in Asia.<\/li>\n<li>By 2050 nearly two thirds of the world\u2019s production and consumption will take place within the Asia-Pacific region<\/li>\n<li>Australia has seven free trade agreements in operation, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, and another nine in development.<\/li>\n<li>Australia\u2019s westernised consumer culture makes it an excellent test market for products intended for launch in North America and Europe.<\/li>\n<li>Australia offers 24-hour access for global organisations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>I hope you got value from this article: Why Investing in Australia.\u00a0 If you would like additional information, please contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our office HERE<\/a>.\u00a0 Also, I would like to share a few articles I hope you will enjoy on Australia!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/immigrating-australia\/\"><b>Immigrating to Australia<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/australian-expat-guide-contest-will-overseas\/\"><b>Australian Expat Guide &#8211; How Do You Contest a Will Overseas?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1mdih4x-2 jZPuuT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/best-5-ways-to-explore-australia-in-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best 5 Ways to Explore Australia in 2020<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1mdih4x-2 jZPuuT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/australia-travel-tips-how-to-pass-the-evenings-when-youre-on-vacation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Australia Travel Tips: How To Pass The Evenings when You\u2019re on Vacation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1mdih4x-2 jZPuuT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/ideas-best-types-long-term-investments-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ideas for the Best Types of Long-Term Investments in Australia<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Investing in Australia Growth Built on 22 years of uninterrupted annual growth, Australia\u2019s robust and diverse economy is the only economy to consistently rank in the world\u2019s top five most resilient economies since 2008. 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