{"id":36136,"date":"2024-09-12T06:50:59","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T06:50:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/?page_id=36136"},"modified":"2025-01-13T02:20:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T02:20:36","slug":"business-banking-insights","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Banking Insights"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"36136\" class=\"elementor elementor-36136\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b6ead93 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4b6ead93\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56bb5082 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"56bb5082\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Business Banking Insights<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b451b0b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3b451b0b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to grow your brand, maximise online sales or expand your<\/p><p>business into a new region, the latest insights from WorldFirst have you covered<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71fb328f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"71fb328f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e82b340 BusinessBankingInsights elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"4e82b340\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><div class=\"blogs_container\">\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/find-my-abn\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/20241016090321807-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/find-my-abn\/\">How to find my ABN (Australian Business Number)?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Wondering how to find your ABN and other details? Take a look at our step-by-step guide<\/p>\n                <span>Oct \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/open-business-account-in-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/20241025041621527.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/open-business-account-in-australia\/\">How to open a business account in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Opening up a business bank account can help you manage cash flow, making it easy to track how much money is coming in and how much is going out.<\/p>\n                <span>Sep \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-a-bsb-number\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/03\/20250305034243443.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-a-bsb-number\/\">What is a BSB number?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>When making payments to an Australian bank account, you\u2019ll be given a BSB number and an account number. Here\u2019s what BSB stands for and why they\u2019re needed for payments.<\/p>\n                <span>Aug \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-a-forward-contract\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241227015836303.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-a-forward-contract\/\">What is a forward contract?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>A forward contract is an agreement where your payment provider guarantees a specific exchange rate for international transactions for a predetermined period of time.<\/p>\n                <span>Jul \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/convera-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/07\/20250718103829781-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/convera-review\/\">Convera review (previously Western Union Business Solutions) 2025<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Explore Convera's global payment solutions, compare alternatives and find the best fit for your growing international business.<\/p>\n                <span>Jul \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/alternatives-to-prepaid-cards-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/07\/20250715105430272.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/alternatives-to-prepaid-cards-australia\/\">Looking for alternatives to prepaid cards? Here\u2019s what Australian businesses should know<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Considering prepaid debit card alternatives for your business? Here\u2019s what to look for to simplify spending and take control of your budget.<\/p>\n                <span>Jul \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/compare-best-business-debit-cards-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/06\/20250627142935807-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/compare-best-business-debit-cards-australia\/\">Compare the best business debit cards in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare Australia\u2019s best business debit cards by fees, features and perks to find the best fit for your company\u2019s spending and growth needs<\/p>\n                <span>Jun \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/09\/20240912094304428.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-review\/\">Airwallex review 2025: Features, fees and alternatives<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Check out our review of the Airwallex business account, a digital payments and financial platform. See how it compares to WorldFirst for business needs<\/p>\n                <span>Jun \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-wise-business\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/07\/20240712020529118-scaled.jpeg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-wise-business\/\">WorldFirst vs Wise Business: Fees and features comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>WorldFirst and Wise both allow businesses in Australia to make secure international transfers. But which one is better for your bottom line?<\/p>\n                <span>Jun \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-airwallex\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/07\/20240731022657242-scaled.jpeg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-airwallex\/\">WorldFirst vs Airwallex: Features, fees and account comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare WorldFirst and Airwallex for your business. See how their features, fees and strengths stack up.<\/p>\n                <span>Jun \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/wise-business-account-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/09\/20240913100616192.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/wise-business-account-review\/\">Wise Business account review 2025: Features, fees & more<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Check out our review of Wise Business, a global payment provider, and see how it compares to WorldFirst regarding your business's banking needs.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-payoneer\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/20250529144853999-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/worldfirst-vs-payoneer\/\">WorldFirst vs Payoneer: Features and fees comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare WorldFirst and Payoneer multi-currency accounts to find the best business account for your global payment needs.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/wise-business-card-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/20250529144139632-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/wise-business-card-review\/\">Wise Business card review: Features, fees and alternatives<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Take a look at our review of the Wise Business card, which supports payments in 55+ currencies. We also compare it with the World Card.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-multi-currency-cards\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/20250529151451833-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-multi-currency-cards\/\">Best multi-currency cards for global businesses to save more<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare the best multi-currency cards for businesses to save on conversion fees, simplify global payments and manage expenses efficiently.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/benefits-of-multi-currency-accounts\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/20250508154840569-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/benefits-of-multi-currency-accounts\/\">The benefits of multi-currency accounts for your business<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Multi-currency accounts are an alternative to local bank accounts, providing businesses with a single account to manage multiple currencies.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-business-bank-accounts-in-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250507164602566-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-business-bank-accounts-in-australia\/\">Best business bank accounts in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Take time to compare and find the best business bank account in Australia that aligns with your business requirements and challenges<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/top-payment-gateways-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250529152251119-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/top-payment-gateways-australia\/\">Top payment gateways in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Discover the best payment gateways in Australia to securely accept payments, enhance customer experience and grow your business locally and globally.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2025<\/span>\n            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class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-corporate-cards-business\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250512105907355.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-corporate-cards-business\/\">How to choose the best corporate cards for your business<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare best corporate cards for business. Find low-fee, multi-currency options to cut costs, boost control, and streamline international payments.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/world-card-vs-airwallex-card\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250513100924469-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/world-card-vs-airwallex-card\/\">World Card vs Airwallex Card: Fees and features comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Compare World Card vs Airwallex card on fees, features, multi-currency support and cashback options to find the best fit for your business expenses.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/ofx-business-account-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250407100413524-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/ofx-business-account-review\/\">OFX Business Account review [2025]<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Considering an OFX Business Account for payments? Explore its features and fees to see if it\u2019s the right multi-currency solution for your business.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/global-payment-challenges\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/04\/20250403021119480-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/global-payment-challenges\/\">6 biggest global payment challenges for retailers, importers and online sellers<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Struggling with international payments? Learn the top 10 global payment challenges for retailers, importers, and online sellers\u2014and how to overcome them.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-card-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/03\/20250331020039631-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-card-review\/\">Airwallex card review: Features, costs and alternatives<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>In this Airwallex card review, discover the key features and costs, plus the best alternatives to the Airwallex business card.<\/p>\n                <span>Mar \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-alternatives\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/03\/20250328025634735.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/airwallex-alternatives\/\">Top Airwallex alternatives [2025]<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Take a look at the top Airwallex alternatives so you can choose the best foreign currency account for your business.<\/p>\n                <span>Mar \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/world-card-vs-wise-business-card\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/03\/20250327031548620.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/world-card-vs-wise-business-card\/\">World Card vs Wise Business card: Fees and features comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Searching for the best global multi-currency card in Australia? We compare the World Card from WorldFirst with the Wise Business card.<\/p>\n                <span>Mar \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/payoneer-australia-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2025\/03\/20250529151925913-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/payoneer-australia-review\/\">Payoneer Australia review 2025<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Payoneer is a payment solution that allows businesses to send and receive international payments. But is it the right business account for you? Take a look.<\/p>\n                <span>Mar \/ 2025<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/taking-a-brand-to-new-market\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241220081712426-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/taking-a-brand-to-new-market\/\">Taking a brand to a new market<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Explore why businesses should consider taking their brand to new markets and how they can go about it.<\/p>\n                <span>Dec \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/mid-market-exchange-rate\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241219025136298-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/mid-market-exchange-rate\/\">What is the mid-market exchange rate?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>The interbank or mid-market exchange rate is the rate banks and financial institutions use to trade currencies with each other.<\/p>\n                <span>Dec \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/saving-more-on-international-transactions\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241209092534186.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/saving-more-on-international-transactions\/\">An SME\u2019s guide to saving more on international transactions<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Currency exchange rates and bank transaction fees can easily cut your profit margins. Discover the top ways to save on international transfers<\/p>\n                <span>Dec \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/strategies-for-business-success\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241205034515816.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/strategies-for-business-success\/\">Future-proof your business in 2025<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Learn how to tackle challenges and opportunities in 2025 with actionable advice and tips on international payments. Adapt your business to the year ahead.<\/p>\n                <span>Dec \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/calculate-exchange-rates\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/20241202015514231.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/calculate-exchange-rates\/\">How to calculate exchange rates?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>An exchange rate is the rate at which one currency can be exchanged for another. Take a look at how to calculate exchange rates<\/p>\n                <span>Dec \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/benefits-business-bank-account\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/11\/20241129031904900.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/benefits-business-bank-account\/\">Benefits of a business bank account<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Still on the fence about opening a business account? Take a look at the top benefits of a business bank account<\/p>\n                <span>Nov \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/compare-business-bank-accounts\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/20241022032537816-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/compare-business-bank-accounts\/\">How to compare business bank accounts?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Learn how to choose the best business bank account with our guide and find the right provider for your global business needs.<\/p>\n                <span>Oct \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/abn-vs-acn\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/20241021094325683.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/abn-vs-acn\/\">ABN vs ACN: Which one does your business need?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>While ABN and ACN are both unique numbers used to identify Australian businesses, there are big differences between the two. Let\u2019s compare ABN vs ACN<\/p>\n                <span>Oct \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/international-wire-transfer\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/10\/20241018063025584-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/international-wire-transfer\/\">How to make an international wire transfer?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>International wire transfers are a way to send money to bank accounts located in foreign countries.<\/p>\n                <span>Oct \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/commbank-foreign-currency-account-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/08\/20250529135142548-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/commbank-foreign-currency-account-review\/\">CommBank foreign currency account: Review &amp; comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>CommBank offers business foreign currency accounts with 18 supported currencies. This detailed review walks through its key features and fees.<\/p>\n                <span>Aug \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/nab-foreign-currency-account-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/08\/20250529135900109-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/nab-foreign-currency-account-review\/\">NAB foreign currency account: Review &amp; comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>NAB offers foreign currency accounts for business purposes. This detailed review walks through the account\u2019s key features and fees<\/p>\n                <span>Aug \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/westpac-foreign-currency-account-review\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/08\/20250520112906490.jpeg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/westpac-foreign-currency-account-review\/\">Westpac business foreign currency account review and comparison<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Check out our detailed review of the Westpac foreign currency account discussing its key features and fees.<\/p>\n                <span>Aug \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-foreign-currency-accounts-in-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/20240605065916158.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/best-foreign-currency-accounts-in-australia\/\">The best foreign currency accounts in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Discover the best foreign currency accounts in Australia in this roundup, to find out which one should be the leading choice for your business.<\/p>\n                <span>Jun \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-multi-currency-account\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/20240529081457526.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-multi-currency-account\/\">What is a multi-currency account and How Does it Work?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>A multi-currency account allows businesses to transact, hold, and manage multiple currencies.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/maximise-your-e-commerce-profits\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/20240423103705276.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/maximise-your-e-commerce-profits\/\">How to Maximise your E-commerce Profits in Q4 | WorldFirst<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Optimise your e-commerce strategy for Q4 2023! Discover trends, diversify selling platforms, and learn how WorldFirst can boost your online profits.<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-swift-gpi\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/20240423102422425.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/what-is-swift-gpi\/\">What is SWIFT gpi?<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Discover how SWIFT gpi revolutionises B2B international money transfers through enhanced transparency, speed, and cost efficiency. %<\/p>\n                <span>Apr \/ 2024<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/australian-tax-deductions\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/20240426075037455.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/australian-tax-deductions\/\">Australian tax deductions you should know about<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>Find out how the changes to legislation could impact your business when it comes to claiming deductions and maximising savings on your tax bill.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2023<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/international-tax-considerations-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2023\/05\/20250529135533806-scaled.jpg\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/international-tax-considerations-australia\/\">International tax considerations in Australia | WorldFirst<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>International brands have many questions about tax considerations in Australia, such as GST, capital gains and more. Here\u2019s a guide to help.<\/p>\n                <span>May \/ 2023<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"blogs_item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/guide-to-eofy-australia\/\" class=\"blog_img_box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.marmot-cloud.com\/worldfirst\/sites\/8\/2024\/04\/20240426084238331.png\"\n                     alt=\"cover_img\" class=\"cover_img\" loading=\"lazy\">\n            <\/a>\n            <div class=\"blog_abstract\">\n                <h1>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfirst.com\/au\/insight\/business-banking-insights\/guide-to-eofy-australia\/\">Your living, breathing guide to EOFY in Australia<\/a>\n                <\/h1>\n                <p>End of Financial Year 2023 in Australia is fast approaching. 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