Research Agenda
Insights and Research Themes
TGI Australia 2026 will focus on a series of core research themes designed to build a comprehensive understanding of female-led businesses across the country.
These themes provide a structured framework for analysis, ensuring that the insights produced are both comprehensive and actionable. Together, they create a multi-dimensional view of the landscape that can inform decision-making across banking, investment, policy, and industry.
Productivity & performance
Understanding how female-led businesses perform, including indicators of efficiency, output, and contribution to the wider economy.
Areas of focus:
- Revenue and output indicators
- Efficiency and productivity metrics
- Business resilience and sustainability
- Contribution across sectors and regions
Business Formation and Growth
Examining how female-led businesses are established, how they scale, and how this compares across sectors and regions.
Areas of focus:
- Company incorporation rates
- Growth trajectories
- Scale-up patterns
- Survival and resilience
Sector and Industry Distribution
Mapping where female-led businesses operate and identifying areas of concentration and opportunity.
Areas of focus:
- Industry concentration
- Emerging sectors
- Traditional vs. new economy
- Service vs. product businesses
Regional and Geographic Trends
Understanding how female entrepreneurship varies across Australia.
Areas of focus:
- State-by-state analysis
- Urban vs. regional patterns
- Local authority mapping
- Cross-border activity
Leadership and Ownership Structures
Exploring patterns in leadership, governance, and ownership across businesses.
Areas of focus:
- Sole vs. co-founded businesses
- Board composition
- Ownership stakes
- Leadership transitions
Longitudinal Change
Tracking how the landscape evolves over time.
Areas of focus:
- Year-over-year trends
- Policy impact measurement
- Market cycle effects
- Long-term trajectory analysis
A comprehensive view of the landscape
Together, these themes provide a structured and comprehensive view of the landscape. As the programme develops, additional themes and deeper analysis will be added based on partner input and emerging priorities.
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