Sun, 3rd Aug 2025

In this edition of Weekly Finance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key financial news impacting Australia and the global market. She discusses complexities in Australia's reverse mortgage options for senior citizens, pointing out the need for specialist brokers offering tailored information. Looking globally, Paige touches on weakening US equities amid rising tariff tensions, leading to anticipated revisions in economic forecasts. Notably, small-cap and non-US equities show stability despite the ongoing unrest. Back home, Sydney's housing market is booming due to a sharp supply shortage and rising migration, leading to questions about whether regulatory examination of federal immigration policies is necessary to alleviate housing pressures. The podcast is a helpful resource for anyone seeking to understand the personal and business loan finance landscape.n