Tue, 31st Mar 2026

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, host Paige Estritori discusses key updates from the financial services sector. Major regulatory changes in 2026 impact home buyers and renters in Australia, including stricter lending criteria from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority and expiring incentives in Queensland and Victoria. The Australian government is accelerating home construction on defense land to address housing shortage. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation has partnered with Hyundai Capital to offer discounted loans for electric Hyundai and Kia models. Financing for electric and hybrid vehicles in Australia reportedly surged to over $6.17 billion in 2024, but adoption faces challenges like inadequate charging infrastructure. Lastly, Flex's new insurance product, 'Flex Complex', is providing coverage for high-risk strata properties that struggle to get insured. For more details, visit financialservicesonline.com.au.