Fri, 27th Mar 2026

In this episode, Paige Estritori reports the week's financial developments. Sherco Australia has launched a new promotional finance offer for the 2026 Factory Two-Stroke Enduro motorcycles. The Reserve Bank of Australia announces possible interest rate hikes for March and May following an inflation increase. This could increase average mortgage repayments for homeowners by $272 on a $600,000 loan. The Australian automotive industry sees China surpass Japan as the leading vehicle importer for February, largely due to the growing demand for electric and hybrid vehicles. On another note, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission warns consumers about high fees in the car finance sector, following findings of excessive fees and loan defaults in their 2025 review. The review could lead to stricter loan approval processes to protect consumers.n