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AMP to launch ‘numberless facing debit cards’ for small businesses
29 January 2025

The non-major bank has announced “seamless and secure payment technology” for small businesses to be delivered through a new strategic partnership.

SMEs doing it tough: How brokers can help
28 January 2025

Small- to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) across the country are struggling to stay on top of finances. This is resulting in burnout and putting significant pressure on business owners to ...

Don't bank on home value rises after rate cuts
28 January 2025

As the ebb and flow of the economy continues throughout 2025, CoreLogic has predicted potential rate cuts will have little impact on home values.

What’s in store for the December quarter CPI print?
28 January 2025

The inflation figures for 4Q24 could potentially make or break the RBA’s decision to finally reduce the official cash rate.

Firstmac fails to meet DDO obligations, ordered to pay $8m
24 January 2025

The non-bank lender has been ordered by the Federal Court to pay $8 million in penalties for failing to meet its design and distribution obligations.

Housing target already behind: Will we hit 1.2m homes?
24 January 2025

Recent data has shown the progress being made by the government to hit its 1.2 million homes target. What’s being described as a “slow start”, a more concerted effort may be needed.

Experts speak on how to improve mortgage deals
24 January 2025

With lenders increasing regulatory measures amid an elevated interest rate environment, industry experts have shed light on how borrowers can get a better deal.

‘Meaningful improvements’ made in supporting vulnerable customers by banks
24 January 2025

Aussie banks have made strides in supporting vulnerable customers, but further improvements are needed, according to the BCCC’s latest report.

Government announces ‘biggest home building program in Australian history’
23 January 2025

The Albanese government announced a large injection to the housing market to create greater supply and infrastructure to support the increase. This has been labelled the “biggest home ...

Businesses turning to a ‘booming’ private credit market for loans
23 January 2025

A staggering number of businesses are turning to private credit lenders to secure loans. What has been described as a “booming” market, private credit could be an attractive option for those ...

Regional Australia surpasses capital cities in business lending growth
23 January 2025

Australian regional centres are experiencing stronger business investment growth compared to capital cities, according to new business lending data from Westpac.

FHB investors twice as active as owner-occupiers
23 January 2025

Loans written to investors outpaced those to first home buyer owner-occupier loans during the September quarter of 2024.

Salvos calls on Aussies to reassess their debt
23 January 2025

The Salvation Army has urged Australians to reassess their finances at the start of 2025, with new research revealing concerning trends in financial literacy and debt.

RBA should not be hasty with rate cuts, economists warn
22 January 2025

With political and social pressure coming to a fever pitch in the lead-up to the February monetary policy decision, the RBA should maintain its focus on controlling inflation rather than ...

Business confidence up despite stubborn cash rate
22 January 2025

While business confidence saw a slight dip in December, year on year shows strong growth. With no rate cut since November 2023, this may be surprising, but experts have said we’re finally in ...