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3 October 2024
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) recently announced changes to credit reporting that will see increased protections surrounding credit information.
13 November 2024
Recent controversies surrounding the private credit space have sparked discussion on the authenticity of the industry. Unfortunately, ‘bad actors’ have the potential to influence opinions on ...
10 February 2025
The regulator has announced that it has cancelled an ACL of a credit provider.
13 January 2025
Australians face rising credit card debt after festive overspending; experts suggest debt consolidation loans to regain financial control.
25 February 2025
The private credit market is important for consumer choice by providing some diversity to lending. However, brokers must weigh up the risk and reward involved in dealing with a private ...
10 February 2025
Australian business and housing credit are expanding, driven by strong investment in infrastructure and renewable energy projects, boosting demand.
23 January 2025
A staggering number of businesses are turning to private credit lenders to secure loans. What has been described as a “booming” market, private credit could be an attractive option for those ...
6 August 2024
The government is currently in the midst of a review of Australia’s credit reporting framework. The MFAA has submitted its own recommendations in the hopes of making credit reporting more ...
10 June 2025
ASIC, as of today (10 June), will regulate BNPL like any other credit product. This is big news for brokers and borrowers as these services could affect borrowing capacity.
17 April 2025
ASIC has won its case against Green County and Max Funding after the Federal Court ruled that the lender and loan introducer operated without a licence and breached consumer protections.
23 May 2025
A private lender has supported global efforts to assess private credit risk, as demand grows among investors seeking alternatives to volatile markets.
28 October 2024
ASIC has released its Annual Report for 2023–24, acknowledging “the flow of capital from public to private markets” and the expansion of private finance.
31 October 2024
Globally, credit reporting is undergoing a significant shift, with countries like the UK and Australia adopting distinct governance models to manage consumer data and credit information.
27 August 2024
The MD of a private credit fund manager has shed light on how brokers can utilise its credit fund for alternative solutions to meet clients’ needs.
6 March 2025
The group has listed its inaugural private credit fund MA1 on the ASX, offering diversified investment opportunities.