Economy

RBA delivers September cash rate call
30 September 2025

The central bank has handed down the latest cash rate target at its sixth monetary policy meeting of the year.

Broker confidence soars as asset finance sentiment doubles
30 September 2025

A major shift in sentiment is sweeping the commercial lending sector, with broker confidence in asset finance doubling year on year as economic concerns ease.

Rate day eve: What the majors are saying about the upcoming rate call
29 September 2025

The Reserve Bank meets tomorrow (30 September) for the sixth time in 2025. In anticipation, the major banks have all provided predictions and an outlook on the future of monetary policy.

The private credit revolution shaping Australian investment
25 September 2025

A quiet revolution is reshaping Australia’s financial landscape. As traditional banks scale back from certain types of lending, a powerful alternative is rushing in to fill the void: private ...

$1bn guarantee puts NSW developers in the fast lane
24 September 2025

The NSW government has launched its $1 billion Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee scheme to help developers secure funding and fast-track housing construction.

Housing crisis puts brakes on city-to-region moves
9 September 2025

Mobility challenges have caused a slowdown in regional movers. There have been calls for greater investment in the regions to support the exodus of city dwellers.

Business confidence surges as brokers report positive growth
8 September 2025

A new wave of optimism is sweeping through small businesses, driven by a significant rebound in lending and a marked improvement in cash flow expectations.

Treasury leak sparks concerns of ‘choreographed’ roundtable
19 August 2025

A leaked Treasury document containing recommended outcomes for this week’s Economic Reform Roundtable has raised questions about the substance of the summit.

Western Sydney’s thriving economy presents great opportunity for brokers
18 August 2025

The Western Sydney economy has experienced significant growth as businesses establish, scale, and expand. There is a great opportunity for brokers to support and capitalise on this growth.

How the industry will benefit from the RBA rate cut
13 August 2025

The RBA handed down its third cash rate cut of 2025. This is set to have a positive impact on brokers, borrowers, and businesses alike.