Latest Personal Loans News

Harmoney’s founder Neil Roberts has sold 3.6 million shares, reducing his stake to 15%, as he transitions from Chief Strategy Officer to a non-executive director role.

Solvar Limited has taken a strategic step by acquiring a 19.9% stake in Earlypay Limited, aiming to broaden its footprint in the SME finance sector. This move aligns with Solvar’s focus on underserved commercial markets.

Plenti Group Limited has reported a remarkable turnaround with a $24.8 million profit for the year ended March 2025, reversing a loss from the previous year. The fintech lender also announced its upcoming Annual General Meeting and director nomination deadlines.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a stable $2.6 billion cash profit for the quarter, maintaining strong capital and dividend payouts despite slight increases in consumer arrears and corporate credit risks.

Zip Co Limited reported robust April trading with over 40% year-on-year growth in US total transaction value, underpinning a strong profitability turnaround and reaffirming its FY25 cash EBTDA guidance of at least $153 million.

Plenti Group Limited reported a standout 4Q25 with record loan originations of $407 million and a 126% jump in full-year Cash NPAT to $13.8 million, driven by robust growth across automotive, renewable energy, and personal lending.

MONEYME’s loan book surged to $1.5 billion in 3Q25, driven by a 65% jump in originations and steady revenue, underpinned by improved credit quality and innovative AI deployment.

Wisr has upgraded its FY25 loan origination growth guidance to over 90%, driven by a 115% surge in Q3FY25 loan originations and improved credit quality metrics. The fintech lender’s disciplined growth and technology investments position it well for scaling in a shifting personal and vehicle lending market.

Wisr Limited reported a robust Q3FY25 with loan originations surging 115% year-on-year and a second consecutive quarter of loan book growth, prompting an upgrade to its FY25 loan origination guidance.

Beforepay Group Limited has reported its strongest Q3 FY25 performance yet, with net profit before tax tripling year-on-year and advances growing 16%. The fintech’s strategic expansion of Carrington Labs and funding optimisations signal robust momentum ahead.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a robust 8% increase in net profit after tax for the half year ended December 2024, underpinned by higher revenue and disciplined credit management. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of 225 cents per share, reflecting confidence amid economic headwinds.

Beforepay Group has reported a strong Q2 FY25 with record revenue exceeding $10 million and a growing active user base, while introducing its new Personal Loan product.