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Financial Services News Wrap

Paige Estritori

Financial Services News Wrap, hosted by Paige Estritori, is your definitive source for the latest and most significant news in the Australian Financial Services sector. We meticulously search for important news to bring you updates in insurance, mortgages and loans, superannuation, and money management, including budgeting and financial planning. With a keen focus on the developments from the past week, our podcast selects news items that resonate most with Australian business and personal

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Wed, 17th Dec 2025

Financial Services News Wrap ·

2025/12/16

In the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key financial developments. She first addresses the unfortunate situation of Zone RV, a luxury caravan maker now in voluntary administration with an enormous $40 million debt, urging buyers to proceed with care and do thorough manufacturer stability research. The podcast then shifts to ASIC's recent review into the car finance sector, revealing pressing issues like high set-up fees, excessive loans and widespread defaults, also

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Tue, 16th Dec 2025

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2025/12/15

In the latest Australian financial services news, the insurance industry flourished in 2025 with a profit increase of $6.1 billion, credited to the absence of significant weather events and positive market conditions. However, Australia's largest insurer, QBE Insurance Group, saw a slump in business property insurance resulting in a seven-month low in shares, despite the announcement of a significant share buyback. The risks for Australian businesses are also rising owing to litigation, new

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Mon, 15th Dec 2025

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2025/12/14

The podcast provides key updates in Australia's financial services sector, focusing on developments within insurtech startups, banking, asset finance, and commercial finance. It highlights significant growth and innovation within insurtech startups, despite the challenges of customer acquisition, cash flow management, and data security. A leadership shift at the Australian Banking Association is also discussed, with Nuno Matos becoming the new CEO, pushing for competition, increased services

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Sun, 14th Dec 2025

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2025/12/13

In this episode of Daily Financial Services News Wrap, WFI Insurance takes a step towards advancing sustainable agriculture, offering premium discounts to farmers with AgCarE certification, fostering resilience amidst climate challenges. In other news, Austrian motorcycle manufacturer, KTM AG acquires a €600 million fund, a critical step in their financial restructuring, as they manage to cover 30% of their estimated €2 billion debt. This funding is supported by major shareholder, Bajaj Auto

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Sat, 13th Dec 2025

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2025/12/12

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses crucial updates impacting Australia's financial sector. WFI Insurance unveils a unique program rewarding sustainable farming with premium reductions, acknowledging the need for risk-management in agriculture, especially amid climate concerns. Economists from the Commonwealth Bank give their perspective on Australia's economy as we edge towards 2026—predicting 2.2% GDP growth, despite challenges like inflation risks

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Fri, 12th Dec 2025

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2025/12/11

On this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses key developments in the financial and insurance sectors. WFI Insurance's initiative rewards farmers with premium discounts for achieving eco-friendly, AgCarE certification, promoting sustainable farming and climate resilience. Isuzu Australia Limited plans a joint venture with Tokyo Century Corporation, offering competitive, flexible financing options to small-medium enterprises and fleet operations. This first overseas

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Thu, 11th Dec 2025

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2025/12/10

In this podcast episode, Paige Estritori discusses rapid increases in insurance costs for Australian homeowners due to climate change risks. With a nationwide increase in premiums by 14% and even higher figures in New South Wales and the Northern Territory, homeowners are bracing for an extra $343 annually. This dynamic threatens Australia's property market. Contrary to this, construction insurance costs are decreasing owing to intensified competition among insurers. However, insurance policy terms

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Wed, 10th Dec 2025

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2025/12/09

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, host Paige Estritori highlights significant developments in the Australian SMEs and insurance sector. The Reserve Bank of Australia has reduced the official cash rate to 3.60%, making borrowing cheaper and enabling businesses to expand and stabilize financially. The insurance sector is seeing regulatory initiatives for strata property owners in North and Central Queensland, including the Cyclone Reinsurance Pool update and the Strata

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Tue, 9th Dec 2025

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2025/12/08

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses the financial struggles of Australian caravan maker Zone RV, now in voluntary administration due to a combination of economic uncertainties, supply chain disruptions, and increased international competition. The episode also tackles policy changes in the housing sector, with the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's plan to cap new high-debt-to-income home loans at 20% from February next year. In the world of vehicle finance, the Australian

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Mon, 8th Dec 2025

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2025/12/07

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap by Financial Services Online, Paige Estritori discusses the surge of mental health conditions as the top cause for total and permanent disability claims in Australia, pressuring insurers to redesign their policies. Marina operators in northern Australia face a crisis linked to skyrocketing insurance premiums, threatening the marine and tourism sectors. The podcast also highlights leadership changes at Coast Insurance and touches on the costly

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Sun, 7th Dec 2025

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2025/12/06

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key financial concerns in Australia, starting with increasing insurance premiums and their impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Proposed resolutions include abolishing insurance taxes and reviewing SME insurance costs, coupled with the creation of a national support body and revised insurance products. Additionally, an AFCA ruling highlights the necessity for business owners to properly disclose

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Sat, 6th Dec 2025

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2025/12/05

In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the rising cost of insurance in Australia, calling for reforms to aid small and mid-sized businesses. She warns businesses to compare insurance policies effectively, and suggests setting up a national support body for insurance guidance. Next, she highlights issues with Self-Managed Super Funds, with 62% falling short of legal compliance standards. It's advised that those considering an SMSF seek qualified,

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Fri, 5th Dec 2025

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2025/12/04

This episode covers the financial pressures faced by Australia's SMEs due to rising insurance premiums, as highlighted by a report from the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Insurance Council of Australia. It also dives into key events shaping the country's insurance industry, including QBE Insurance Group's share woes and implications of a significant acquisition by Insurance Australia Group. The episode further talks about impressive growth in professional job vacancies within

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Thu, 4th Dec 2025

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2025/12/03

In this episode, Paige Estritori provides a roundup of recent developments in Australia's financial sector. Key issues include rising insurance premiums affecting small to medium-sized enterprises, with reform calls led by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Insurance Council of Australia. APRA's recent policy to limit high debt-to-income loans to control housing prices is also discussed. Estritori also highlights an 'incoming retiree wave' expected over the next decade, which

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Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

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2025/12/02

In this episode, we cover significant updates from Australia's Agribusiness sector. Nutrien Ag Solutions is recognized as a trusted figure in the farming community, highlighting their role in product supply, expert support, and informed decision-making encompassing a range of services from agronomic advice to financial solutions. The Australian sheep industry is undergoing a massive $139.8 million transition under the Sheep Industry Transition Assistance Package, launching several grants to boost

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Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

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2025/12/01

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses key developments in Australia's financial services sector. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is advocating for stronger private lending oversight due to identified risks and inconsistencies in reporting, risk disclosure, and fee transparency. ASIC proposes aligning private lending rules with the banking sector. A notable trend in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) finance is their increasing preference for non-bank lenders,

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Mon, 1st Dec 2025

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2025/11/30

In this episode of Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses CHU's 2025 State of the Strata Market report, revealing stability in strata insurance premiums and identifying future sector influencers including affordability, climate resilience, and regulatory compliance. We examine surprise inflation figures and the potential impact on 2026s rate decision. The global economy's effect on Australias financial conditions is explored, highlighting the need for strategic financial

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Sun, 30th Nov 2025

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2025/11/29

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses key financial news. She talks about CHU's 2025 report indicating stability in Australia's strata market despite the surge in standalone house insurance due to climate risks. CEO Kimberley Jonsson emphasizes the role of the strata sector in shaping urban living in Australia. Estritori touches on October 2025's consumer inflation, which resulted in speculations around the Reserve Bank of Australia's monetary policy adjustments. Penelope Smith of the Reserve

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Sat, 29th Nov 2025

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2025/11/28

In this podcast from Financial Services Online, Paige Estritori discusses key financial updates. Topics include the 2025 State of the Strata Market report by CHU, noting a 2.8% increase in strata insurance premiums and a 14% rise in standalone house insurance due to climate risks. Weather events and regulatory reviews prove influential in the sector's future. Australia's consumer inflation saw an unexpected 3.8% annual increase in October, causing a reevaluation of the Reserve Bank's anticipated

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Fri, 28th Nov 2025

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2025/11/27

In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses the 2025 State of the Strata Market report from CHU, Australia's largest strata insurance underwriting agency. The report reveals a moderate 2.8% increase in strata insurance premium, indicating market stability and affordability in contrast to standalone house insurance which rose by 14%. Climate risks and regulatory changes pose future challenges. Additionally, Australia's inflation rate rose to a ten-month high of 3.8% in October 2025, sparking

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