Economy

Bank lending to property investors has increased steadily since early 2016 despite efforts to tighten lending standards, says the Reserve Bank of Australia.

Most capital city housing markets have been experiencing “buoyant growth”, according to Domain, with a 10.2 per cent annual increase in the national median house price bringing it to over ...

A recent report by a ratings agency has revealed the number of delinquent housing loans declined surprisingly in February, despite rising interest rates and seasonal effects.

A big four bank has announced that it has raised fixed interest rates on investor and interest-only home loans in a bid to meet its regulatory requirements.

The high level of interest-only mortgages in the Australian economy has led one global fund manager to flag negative equity risks for borrowers and question the effectiveness of ...

A recent survey has revealed businesses remain bullish on the property sector despite reporting higher funding costs and higher interest rates.

The much-anticipated final report from Stephen Sedgwick AO has made a number of recommendations for reform in mortgage broking after identifying “significant risks of mis-selling”.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has clarified its stance on the official cash rate, noting that while indicators of financial stress in the household sector remain contained, it warrants ...

A former real estate developer has been arrested and charged with 15 offences following an ASIC investigation.

Australia's financial system is exposed to risks associated with high household indebtedness, which could “amplify and propagate an economic downturn, declines in housing prices and losses ...