Government’s insolvency framework could save small businesses – Money Management

The Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) has welcomed the Governments insolvency framework as it could be the difference between survival and extinction for small businesses. IPA chief executive, Andrew Conway, said the reforms would test the viability of small businesses and support their recovery, restructure and survival. Or, it would help them wind down and…

We’re facing an insolvency tsunami. With luck, these changes will avert the worst of it – The Mandarin

Ahead of the budget, the government has announced new rules that will allow small businesses at risk of collapse to continue to work out their problems instead of appointing an administrator. They are needed because of an avalanche of insolvencies awaiting the end of an effective moratorium on bankruptcies (a so-called regulatory shield) that expires…

Frydenberg’s insolvency overhaul will give SMEs much-needed leeway – SmartCompany.com.au

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg. Ahead of the budget, the government has announced new rules that will allow small businesses at risk of collapse to continue to work out their problems instead of appointing an administrator. They are needed because of an avalanche of insolvencies awaiting the end of an effective moratorium on bankruptcies (a so-called regulatory…

Remington Outdoor, bankrupt gunmaker, to be sold in pieces to seven buyers – New York Post

Bankrupt gunmaker Remington Outdoor will split up its business and sell the pieces to seven different buyers following a bankruptcy auction, court records show. The biggest sale will go to Minnesota-based Vista Outdoor, which said it will pay $81.4 million for Remingtons brand and trademarks along with parts of its ammo and accessories business including…

How banks can help companies restructure for growth – World Economic Forum

The banking industry has to walk the tightrope of balancing relief with financial responsibility. Where private investors are unwilling to step in, governments are filling the void. Structured correctly, pension funds and other long-term investors might be the patient capital required to support local community businesses. The fallout from COVID-19 continues to challenge and disrupt…

MAS, banks said to be in talks to extend debt relief scheme for borrowers hit by Covid-19 pandemic fallout – The Straits Times

SINGAPORE (BLOOMBERG) – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is in talks with lenders about extending the Republic’s debt moratorium programme beyond Dec 31 to provide extra relief toborrowers hit by the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic, according to people with knowledge of the matter. One of the key measures being discussed by the MAS…

Construction company folds with debts near $200k after boss starts afresh – Stuff.co.nz

Iain McGregor/Stuff Jonny Collett, pictured working as a painter and decorator in 2009, remains in business after his company collapsed. Tradespeople left thousands of dollars out of pocket by a construction company collapse are angry its owner remains in business under another name. Christchurch builder Jonny Collett put his company, J.E. Collett Builders Ltd, into…