Mon, 20th Oct 2025

In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses key updates in the Australian financial sector. Major topics include a comprehensive review by ASIC into motor vehicle finance practices, with a focus on responsible lending, loan management, and dispute resolution. The aim is to protect consumers and promote responsible financial decision-making. Additionally, Bank Australia is ceasing financing of new petrol, diesel, and hybrid vehicles in a bid for sustainability and net-zero emissions by 2035. It's also worth noting the rising car loan delinquencies due to inflation and higher interest rates, particularly affecting younger Australians, raising concerns for potential implications on home loans. Finally, due to rising inflation and unemployment, the Reserve Bank of Australia is considering further interest rate cuts after already reducing cash rate down to 3.6%.