Sun, 29th Mar 2026

In this edition of the Weekly Finance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses evolving trends in Australian transportation and SME financing. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Hyundai Capital Australia are encouraging electric vehicle (EV) adoption by offering discounted loans for Hyundai and Kia EV models. The initiative could aid in mitigating high upfront EV costs and drive sustainability. Despite steady growth in EV and hybrid vehicle financing, lack of charging infrastructure and expiring financial incentives continue to impede progress. SME financing is shifting as brokers increasingly lean towards non-bank lenders for loans under $500,000 due to speedier approval times and flexibility. Wisr is offering low-interest personal loans for cosmetic procedures, thus enhancing their affordability. This package could open doors for more Australians interested in such medical procedures and provide a viable financial solution.