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 ...