Finance Specialist: What's really behind the squeeze on businesses?

By Robyn Tongol
05 October 2026
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Finance Specialist: What's really behind the squeeze on businesses?

With another rate rise adding to the pressure on Australian businesses, the challenges facing business owners go well beyond the cost of borrowing. From rising costs and regulatory changes to uncertainty around the economy, a range of factors are shaping the outlook for small business.

In this episode of Finance Specialist, Julian Barnes is joined by Accendo’s Trent Carter to unpack what’s really driving the pressure on businesses, how changing conditions are affecting demand for finance, and what brokers can do to help clients navigate a tougher market.

From shifting towards working capital to spotting early signs of financial stress, they discuss why understanding clients’ needs has never been more important.

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