Sun, 20th Apr 2025

In this week's finance news wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the booming Sydney property market, with the median house price surpassing $2 million due to potential rate cuts from the Reserve Bank of Australia and other proposed government schemes. Challenges in affordability are expected with the predicted rise in population. Despite geopolitical tensions, most institutional investors are maintaining their risk appetites according to a Bfinance study. Meanwhile, Acadian Asset Management launches a new fund for Australian wholesale investors, while Bank of Queensland reports a rise in bad loans amidst economic instability yet surprisingly, their shares increased. The bank aims to target high-return segments and enhance the digital customer experience. Also, there are ongoing debates about Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations among investors. For more details, visit financialservicesonline.com.au.