Breaking

CBA escapes damages in court despite breaching continuous disclosure rules
9 May 2025

Despite ruling that the Commonwealth Bank failed to meet its continuous disclosure duties, the Federal Court has declined to award damages to shareholders.

SME owners struggle with succession planning
9 May 2025

Small and medium-sized business owners nearing retirement are facing new challenges with succession planning as their children opt to pursue careers outside the family business.

ASIC reveals BNPL reform modifications
9 May 2025

From 10 June 2025, there will be a new set of laws governing buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers.

Fringe suburban markets outpace inner-city counterparts
9 May 2025

Australia’s outer city suburban markets have shown the nation’s strongest housing conditions as more buyers seek affordable alternatives.

Aggregators address concerns with changing groups
8 May 2025

A recent Broker Daily article highlighting the challenges brokers face has been addressed by some of the top aggregators.

NAB’s broker distribution holds strong as proprietary shift continues
8 May 2025

While NAB’s focus on the proprietary channel is evident, its financial results have revealed the majority of loans are still being originated from the broker channel.

Mortgage interest charges ease quarter on quarter
8 May 2025

Mortgages were the primary driver for increased living costs over the March quarter; however, rate cuts have somewhat eased these pressures.

Finance brokers numbers surge by over 50% in a decade
8 May 2025

New data shows finance brokers are among Australia’s fastest-growing jobs, reflecting shifts in banking habits and housing finance demand.

5 traits of a high-growth investment property
8 May 2025

Property prices are heading back towards record highs after the RBA cut rates in February, but don’t be fooled – not all investment properties will see values rise. While many will deliver ...

ASIC orders sweeping overhaul of bank’s compliance systems
7 May 2025

The regulator has imposed strict new compliance requirements following long-running issues in a non-major bank’s futures and derivatives operations.

First-ever Broker Innovation Summit launches
7 May 2025

Prepare for the inaugural Broker Innovation Summit, delving into what will shape the future of finance broking industry.

How brokers can prepare for EOFY
7 May 2025

EOFY is a busy time for business owners. Brokers are integral in the transition as borrowers look to map out investments and secure finance.

Refinancers driving increased mortgage demand
7 May 2025

New data has found a jump in mortgage demand and borrowers seeking out better deals as interest rates shift.

Government at risk of missing housing target by 20%
7 May 2025

Building approvals data has revealed another sink in the number of dwellings approved over the month, casting further doubt in the federal government’s Housing Accord goal.

Multilingual Social Media Kit launched for brokers
7 May 2025

A new toolkit aims to empower brokers to connect with clients in their own languages in an effort to improve trust and lending outcomes.