Financial services industry
Report
Credit card lending in Australia
This report discusses the findings from ASIC’s review of credit card lending in Australia between 2012 and 2017. In particular, it looks at consumer debt outcomes over this period, the effect of balance transfers, and the operation of key reforms for credit cards that commenced in 2012.
Report
Affordable capital for SME growth
This report contains eight recommendations outlining initiatives to increase the supply of capital, and raise SME’s awareness of alternative sources of finance outside traditional banking.
Briefing paper
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers’ interactions with financial services: background paper 21
This paper provides context for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers’ interactions with banking and financial services, especially in remote areas across Australia. It also provides background information and detail on Australian government policies and programs relating to Indigenous Australians.
Briefing paper
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers of financial products: background paper 19
This paper provides information on the interactions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with financial institutions, including banks, insurers and superannuation funds.
Briefing paper
Some features of finance in the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry: background paper 16
This paper provides a broad overview of the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry in Australia, including finance for the industry.