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Key sectors in regional Australia are bearing the brunt of ongoing fuel price shocks and supply uncertainty, according to National Australia Bank (NAB) CEO Andrew Irvine.

Brokers are playing an increasingly critical role in SME lending as rising costs, regulatory change, and tighter credit reshape how businesses access finance.

Brokers have hailed the South Australian government’s decision to abolish stamp duty for over-60s looking to downsize as a “step in the right direction” for housing supply.

As rates tighten and lending structures become more complex, what do brokers value most in their business development managers?

The non-major banking group has entered a capital partnership with Challenger, including a whole-of-loan sale and a forward flow arrangement for equipment finance assets.

A home buyer has narrowly avoided losing $100,000 to a scammer impersonating his solicitor, with a bank worker acting quickly to stop the payment.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a $1 billion package of new interest-free loans aimed at supporting businesses most affected by fuel shortages.

New data has shown a gap between lender usage and performance, with major banks dominating broker flows, while non-bank and mid-tier lenders leading on turnaround times and broker ...

Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in impersonating banks, leading to a warning from the federal police for borrowers to be on their guard.

Brokers have warned that hidden costs are emerging under the government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme, as prices continue to grow at the lower end of the market.

The federal government has extended the small business responsible lending obligations exemption by 10 years as part of a support package for businesses struggling with the fuel crisis.

Bankwest is aiming to lift its broker market share to over 11 per cent, as it doubles down on faster approvals and expanded digital tools to improve broker efficiency.

Private equity firm Recludo has acquired mortgage brokerage Astar Financial as part of its continued strategy to expand into the broker market.

Brokers have hailed the government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme as key to home ownership, as the initiative surpassed 300,000 Australians buying or building homes.

Vehicle and equipment finance provider Selfco has launched a facility aimed at newly qualified tradespeople entering the industry.