Thu, 8th Jan 2026

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Episode Synopsis

In this week's finance news wrap, Paige Estritori highlights significant developments in Australia's banking and automobile sectors. Praised for its customer-centric approach, Macquarie Bank has been awarded Money Minder of the Year 2025, thanks to its efficient management of savings and term deposits. Furthermore, it received the Investment Property Lender of the Year 2025 title due to flexible loan options and a 22% increase in property investment loans. Meanwhile, Commonwealth Bank's commitment to supporting small and medium enterprises has earned it the Business Bank of the Year 2025 title. In automotive news, MotorCycle Holdings Limited witnessed an 11.6% revenue boost, reaching a substantial $650 million due to a digital transformation and expansion into new categories. The corporation intends to further refine customer experience using an omnichannel approach.

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