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This Week:
Paige covers the RBAs 29 September cash rate hike to 4.60%, big four banks passing on the rise from 9 October, the RBAs Financial Stability Review noting resilience with pockets of stress, and the 1 October removal of card payment surcharges. She explains why these moves matter for borrowers and small businesses, and suggests practical next steps: use calculators, compare lenders, prepare documentation, and consider loan features and leasing options. Listeners are invited to visit anyloan.com.au for tools and a free eligibility check.
EPISODE 3137 | AnyLoan Australia Weekly NewsCast | Sun, 4th Oct 2026
5 Oct 2026 | Paige Estritori
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Hello and welcome to the AnyLoan Australia Weekly NewsCast with me, Paige Estritori, for Sunday, 4 October 2026.
First up, the Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted the cash rate to four point six per cent after its meeting on Tuesday, 29 September. That means repayments on variable loans are set to edge higher in coming weeks. If youre weighing up refinancing or a new personal or business loan, nows a smart time to run the numbers with our calculators, check your eligibility, and compare options from multiple lenders so youre not overpaying.
Meanwhile, the big four banks have confirmed theyll pass the quarter‑point rise through to variable mortgage customers from next Wednesday, 9 October, and many fixed rates have been nudging up too. For borrowers, that squeezes monthly cash flow and can trim borrowing capacity. Tidy up your documents, review expenses, and shop around—our Australia‑wide broker network can help you line up sharper loan structures and flexible features like offsets and redraws to keep control.
On financial stability, the RBAs latest half‑yearly review, released on Thursday, says the system is resilient. Most mortgage holders and businesses are managing, though some sectors are under pressure and households with higher debts or lower buffers are feeling the pinch. Banks remain well placed to keep lending, but assessment is tight. If youre seeking working capital, equipment finance, or a vehicle lease, prepare clear cash‑flow evidence and consider whether leasing versus buying better preserves liquidity.
And from 1 October, card payment surcharges have been removed across major card networks. For consumers, that should mean more all‑in sticker prices at checkout. For small businesses, its worth checking your terminal settings and invoices with your payment provider so youre compliant, and reviewing your overall pricing to cover costs without surprise add‑ons.
Thats it for this week. For calculators, a free eligibility check, and side‑by‑side quotes on personal and business loans and leasing, head to anyloan.com.au. Im Paige Estritori—thanks for listening and talk to you next week.
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