Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

This week's Financial Services Online podcast focuses on significant Australian financial news. Despite facing a downturn in its Mergers and Acquisitions sector due to regulatory and valuation obstacles, the country has seen its Clean Energy Finance Corporation (the Green Bank) double its investments to a record $3.5 billion, aiming to improve power grids and increase renewable energy usage. Meanwhile, debt-ridden retailer Peter Stevens Motorcycles enters voluntary administration, signaling the need for businesses to safeguard against unpredictable financial risks. The episode concludes with the announcement of the appointment of Inder Singh as the new Group Chief Financial Officer for National Australia Bank, promising possible directional changes in the bank's financial services and lending practices. Visit financialservicesonline.com.au for more information.