RBA designates AMEX companion cards 19 October 2015 5:07PM The Reserve Bank has moved to include American Express companion cards in its regulation of card payments. read more
Customer acquisition the key challenge for fintechs 16 October 2015 4:53PM Australian fintech companies face two key challenges - acquiring customers and attracting the right talent to work in their businesses. read more
Credit managers keep a tight rein on business finances 16 October 2015 4:51PM Demand for credit among Australian businesses has softened, while corporate credit managers are shortening payment terms and increasing collections activity. read more
NAB partners with Xero to generate small business leads 15 October 2015 5:22PM National Australia Bank is using data from the accounting software and online bookkeeping company Xero to generate leads in its small business customer base. read more
Start-up lender FundX gets a capital injection 15 October 2015 5:20PM Peer-to-peer lending startup FundX has received an injection of funds from Collaborate Corporation. read more
Strong growth in personal loan applications 15 October 2015 5:19PM A pick-up in personal loan applications in the June quarter has accelerated in the September quarter. read more
iSelect loses a CEO and gains a suitor 14 October 2015 4:38PM Comparison site operator iSelect has lost its chief executive at the same time as it fields a takeover offer. read more
Qudos Bank is born 14 October 2015 4:36PM Qantas Credit Union is the latest mutual to adopt the mutual bank designation and plans to trade as Qudos Bank. read more
SACC review needs to focus on developing alternatives to payday loans 14 October 2015 4:35PM The Government's review of small amount credit contracts should focus on developing mechanisms to fund more affordable small loans, according to a report on the sector. read more
Business lending in the doldrums 13 October 2015 4:49PM Business lending is in decline, with new commercial finance commitments falling for four straight months. read more