BID

AMP boosts digital footprint in bid to slim turnarounds
16 June 2022
AMP boosts digital footprint in bid to slim turnarounds

The non-major bank has continued its recent technological trajectory, confirming a partnership with NextGen to introduce new online verification and valuation services.

APRA bids farewell to deputy chair
30 June 2023

Deputy chair Helen Rowell has recently announced her departure from her position at APRA after serving 10 years.

ASIC’s first BID audit is in – here are the key findings
13 October 2026

The financial services regulator has published its latest best interests duty report, putting broker compliance and dispute handling under the microscope. Find out what the core findings and ...

Aussie class action probe hinges on BID
26 September 2022
Aussie class action probe hinges on BID

EXCLUSIVE The feasibility study into a potential class action against Aussie Home Loans is rooted in best interest duty. 

Competition, regulation challenge MyState’s bid for growth
21 February 2022
Competition, regulation challenge MyState’s bid for growth

Digitisation, automation and a simplified business model are the ASX-listed bank’s lines of defence against heightened competition and rising regulatory requirements.

Dye & Durham ups bid for Link
11 July 2022
Dye & Durham ups bid for Link

The Canadian firm has revised its takeover offer for the second time.

Finance Specialist: What does ASIC’s BID review mean for commercial brokers?
19 October 2026

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s (ASIC) review of brokers’ best interests duty (BID) has raised questions about loan recommendations, documentation and what good client ...

Industry welcomes BID review but defends broker judgement
14 October 2026

The broking industry has welcomed ASIC’s audit of best interests duty obligations but questioned the emphasis on low-cost loan recommendations and called for clearer guidance on complaints ...

LATEST PODCAST: Consumer credit reforms and RBA action
9 November 2020
LATEST PODCAST: Consumer credit reforms and RBA action

The Mortgage Business Uncut podcast is your weekly analysis of the biggest themes shaping the Australian mortgages market.

Latitude bids $335m for BNPL business
7 January 2022
Latitude bids $335m for BNPL business

The ASX-listed lender has proposed to buy the consumer finance division from buy now, pay later provider Humm, for $335 million.

Link backs revised takeover bid from Dye & Durham
25 July 2022
Link backs revised takeover bid from Dye & Durham

The board of Link has unanimously recommended that shareholders accept a revised bid from Dye & Durham of $4.81 per share.

Link board ‘unable to recommend’ revised takeover bid
13 July 2022
Link board ‘unable to recommend’ revised takeover bid

Despite an increased acquisition offer, the board of Link Group has said it is “unable to recommend” the deal be accepted.

MFAA flags ‘critical time’ for brokers as BID review advances
13 February 2026

The MFAA has described recent industry discussions around ASIC’s best interests duty (BID) review as coming at a “critical time” for brokers, as the regulator continues to review compliance ...

NSW government rental bidding ban backtrack
9 June 2023

Taking heed of mounting concerns over its potential implications, the NSW government has made the decision to abandon its push to outlaw rental bidding.

RBA bides time as inflation accelerates
5 April 2022
RBA bides time as inflation accelerates

Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has confirmed upcoming inflation and wages data will be key to steering the cash rate.