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APRA Implements New Cap on High Debt-to-Income Home Loans
APRA Implements New Cap on High Debt-to-Income Home Loans
25 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has announced a significant policy change aimed at mitigating risks in the housing market. Effective February 1, 2026, APRA will impose a cap on high debt-to-income (DTI) home loans, limiting such loans to 20% of new home lending portfolios. This measure is designed to address concerns over escalating property prices and the potential for financial instability. - read more
ASIC Calls for Improved Consumer Protections in Car Finance Sector
ASIC Calls for Improved Consumer Protections in Car Finance Sector
25 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has conducted a comprehensive review of the motor vehicle finance sector, uncovering significant deficiencies in lenders' oversight of car finance distributors. This scrutiny has revealed problematic sales tactics and a lack of regular audits, prompting ASIC to call for immediate improvements to protect consumers. - read more
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