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More small businesses opting for non-bank lenders in 2025
SME preference for non-bank lending providers has increased to a record high of 54 per cent compared to the previous yea...
Why SMEs are turning away from the big banks for funding
More Australian SMEs are turning to non-bank providers for their funding as the emerging players grab a bigger market sh...
Invoice financing on the rise as an alternative lending option for SMEs
Rising interest rates, increased cost of living, and a growing number of businesses finding themselves in default of the...
Slow lending speeds and red tape hinder funding for ANZ SMEs
The top roadblocks to lending for ANZ SMEs cited in the report are slow lending speeds (32 per cent) and arduous paperwo...
Why SMEs seeking finance have a stronger hand than they realise
As the alternative finance providers continue to grow in voice and reach, the ultimate winners will be small-business ow...
Call for better access to funding for small businesses
Small businesses are considered to be the driving force behind Australia’s economy, but the volume of lending provided ...
SMEs hiring and borrowing again as post-COVID recovery gains momentum
Research reveals many SMES are forecasting revenue growth as they begin to recover from the pandemic and build their bus...