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Mixed news on tariffs
Pharma not entirely insulated from Trump’s tariff plans despite an initial strong market reaction, says Mike Taylor It says a great deal about investor perceptions of the relative safety of …
A growing market
A new survey has revealed a sharp rise in the number of owners looking to sell their pharmacies within the next 5 years The latest iteration of the Attain Pharmacy …
Budget 2025: what does it mean for pharmacy?
Here’s what you need to know about the recent federal budget, with expert analysis from the team at Peak Strategies Federal Treasurer, Jim Chalmers has unveiled the 2025-26 Federal Budget …
Diamonds are forever
Having the right attitude and culture is key to changing the approach of a pharmacy and examining the ‘culture diamond’ may help you to achieve this With the Sigma and …
Staying safe online
We’re all doing more online than ever before, and it’s important you know how to protect yourself, NAB’s security team says Here are the bank’s top tips for keeping your …
Franchising: The inside view – Defining your approach to the future of pharmacy – part 2
The Australian pharmacy landscape continues to evolve rapidly. Driven by policy changes, new technologies, competition and, most importantly, patient expectations, says Nick Munroe, executive general manager, TerryWhite Chemmart As we …
Franchising: The inside view – Defining your approach to the future of pharmacy – part 1
The industry and the local communities we serve in 2025 needs more health professionals within the community setting and the work of the Pharmacy Guild has enabled us to do …
Franchising: The legal view
Pharmacy owners should take their time before committing to a franchise or banner group deal, says Sarah Stoddart, director of Vitality Law Australia. Stoddart told the AJP that pharmacists looking …
Consumer focus boosts Wesfarmers
Priceline shines for Wesfarmers while wholesaler deal could give gloss to sluggish API, reports Mike Taylor While most of the attention since the beginning of 2025 has been on the …
Capital Gains Tax – what it means for you
Capital Gains Tax is one of those concepts business owners and investors know about but don’t always fully understand, writes Priya Narsing, a director at Peak Strategies. It can have …
Merger to shake up industry
Chemist Warehouse’s merger with Sigma Healthcare poses big questions for pharmacy owners and rival banner groups, John Thornett of Peak Strategies says There is no doubt the Chemist Warehouse model …
Strategies to drive your pharmacy in the new year
There are at least six key areas to focus on to help make a fresh, optimistic start to the new year for your pharmacy, says Rebecca Goodsell of Peak Strategies …