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Industries with Riskiest Business Environments in Australia in 2026
Industries with Riskiest Business Environments in Australia 2026
| Rank | Industry | Business Environment Risk | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coal Mining in Australia | 7 | $93.3bn | 179 | 45,329 |
| 2 | Petroleum Refining & Petroleum Fuel Manufacturing in Australia | 7 | $9.2bn | 179 | 1,350 |
| 3 | Oil and Gas Extraction in Australia | 7 | $94.3bn | 325 | 17,606 |
| 4 | Iron Ore Mining in Australia | 7 | $131.5bn | 54 | 49,006 |
| 5 | Road and Bridge Construction in Australia | 7 | $45.5bn | 2,487 | 55,311 |
| 6 | Jewellery Manufacturing in Australia | 7 | $2.8bn | 1,440 | 3,067 |
| 7 | Lubricant & Other Petroleum Product Manufacturing in Australia | 7 | $2.5bn | 143 | 2,165 |
| 8 | Gold Ore Mining in Australia | 7 | $37.9bn | 169 | 22,196 |
| 9 | Fossil Fuel Electricity Generation in Australia | 7 | $18.3bn | 105 | 5,054 |
| 10 | Credit Unions and Building Societies in Australia | 7 | $1.6bn | 33 | 3,598 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the industry with riskiest business environments in Australia in 2026?
The industry with riskiest business environments in Australia in 2026 is Coal Mining, with a 7 business environment risk for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three industries with riskiest business environments in Australia in 2026?
The top three industries with riskiest business environments in Australia in 2026 are Coal Mining, Petroleum Refining & Petroleum Fuel Manufacturing and Oil and Gas Extraction. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.