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AFCA Issues Warning to SMEs on Unregulated Lenders AFCA Issues Warning to SMEs on Unregulated Lenders
15 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has recently raised concerns regarding the risks small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face when engaging with unregulated lenders. This caution comes in response to a notable increase in complaints that AFCA cannot address due to the lenders' non-membership status. - read more
Australian Tech Startups Secure $4 Billion Amid Traditional Lending Decline Australian Tech Startups Secure $4 Billion Amid Traditional Lending Decline
15 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

In 2024, Australian technology startups achieved a significant milestone by raising $4 billion across 414 deals, marking an 11% increase from the previous year and the third-highest annual total on record. This surge underscores the robust investor confidence in the tech sector, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence, health technology, and climate technology. - read more
SME Lending Boom Presents New Revenue Opportunities for Brokers SME Lending Boom Presents New Revenue Opportunities for Brokers
15 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

Australia is witnessing a significant surge in small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) lending, creating lucrative opportunities for brokers to expand their revenue streams. This growth is driven by SMEs' increasing appetite for expansion, including hiring staff, upgrading equipment, and scaling operations after strong trading periods. - read more
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