Thu, 18th Dec 2025
from Finance News Wrap Hosted by Paige Estritori
In the latest episode of the Weekly Finance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key financial events. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) announces a new cap on high debt-to-income home loans from February 2026, affecting both owner-occupiers and investors. This rule aims to prevent high-risk lending and responds to concerns expressed by Australia's largest lender over the booming demand for home loans possibly threatening long-term financial stability. Furthermore, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission identifies high loan set-up fees and default rates in the motor vehicle finance sector. On a consumer front, Black Friday Sales are causing a surge in Australian personal debt especially credit card debts. Therefore, consumers are urged to exercise financial diligence. Stay tuned to financialservicesonline.com.au for further assistance on personal or business loan finances.n
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