Economy

The vast majority of the country is unaware of its financial standing, according to new data by the online lender.

Kiwi banks are set to be freed from limits on how much they can pay shareholders, but they have been told to stay alert around housing risks.

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Economists from ANZ have joined Westpac in betting the Reserve Bank will make a sharp rise in the cash rate next week, to clamp down on inflation.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed his government’s first full ministry, while sliding the housing portfolio into cabinet.

Lenders will soon start seeing increasing losses from home loan portfolios as some borrowers suffer “sizeable repayment shock,” APRA chair Wayne Byres has warned.

The shortage of affordable housing suitable for older people is worsening, fuelling the need for more alternative housing and finance options.

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The state’s Treasurer has unveiled his government’s vision for housing across Tasmania, pledging further support to spark ownership and supply.

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