Mon, 22nd Dec 2025

In this week's finance news, major headlines include KTM AG's significant financial boost of €600 million from Bajaj Auto, which will help alleviate the motorcycle maker's €2 billion debt. KTM AG has also recently undergone workforce reductions and the sale of MV Agusta shares. In Australian news, the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is revising its dividend policy following a capital charge of A$150 million due to operational weaknesses. ASX shares fell by 5.1%, and Treasurer Jim Chalmers has endorsed the new dividend range of 75-85% of net profit after tax. The Reserve Bank of Australia held cash rates steady at 3.6%, despite rising inflation and strong consumer demand. Finally, there was an unexpected dip in November's Australian employment figures, yet the unemployment rate remains steady at 4.3%, indicating a cautious approach to the country's economy. Tune in to Financial Services Online for your weekly financial news wrap.n