Economy 19 October 2026

Buy now, sell later: Why bridging finance is gaining ground

As the housing market softens, lenders are piling into bridging finance, with Macquarie increasing its funding for non-bank lender Bridgit.

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Lender

Banking Code review issues call for feedback

19 October 2026

An independent review is seeking feedback on whether the Banking Code remains fit for purpose, including its provisions covering small business lending.

Lender

BOQ business lending booms despite home loan slump

16 October 2026

Bank of Queensland’s business lending book has continued to expand, but that growth has yet to translate into higher earnings.

Broker

Brokerage director to face $2.4m misappropriation allegations

16 October 2026

A brokerage director is facing proposed legal proceedings over allegations that nearly $2.4 million in commissions was diverted into accounts linked to him and associated ...