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HSBC Bank Australia is selling its AUD36 billion home and personal loan portfolio to Blackstone affiliates, marking a significant step in winding down its Australian retail banking operations. The deal awaits regulatory approvals and is expected to close in early 2027.

HSBC Bank Australia has agreed to sell its AUD36 billion home and personal loan book to Blackstone-managed funds, marking a significant retreat from retail banking. The deal awaits regulatory approvals and is expected to close in H1 2027.

HSBC Bank Australia is exiting its retail loan business by selling a AUD36 billion home and personal loan portfolio to Blackstone-managed funds, with completion targeted for early 2027 pending regulatory approval.

HSBC Bank Australia has struck a deal to offload its AUD36 billion home and personal loan book to Blackstone-managed funds, marking a strategic retreat from retail lending and a reshaping of its Australian operations.

Macquarie Group has reported a solid third quarter for FY26, with significant profit gains in asset management and capital divisions, alongside steady growth in banking services. The group maintains a strong capital buffer, positioning itself well despite a cautious economic outlook.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has agreed to acquire RACQ Bank’s retail lending assets and deposits, expanding its customer base and enhancing geographic diversity. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and align with the bank’s 2030 return targets.

Cash Converters International Limited has reported robust FY25 results, driven by strategic store acquisitions and a pivot to longer-term, lower-cost lending products. The company is expanding its global footprint and luxury retail offerings while maintaining strong shareholder returns.

Cash Converters International Limited reported robust FY25 results, driven by strategic franchise acquisitions and a shift to longer-term, lower-cost lending products. The company is poised for further growth with new loan launches and luxury retail expansion.

BSP Financial Group reported a solid 9.8% increase in net profit after tax for the first half of 2025, driven by strong revenue growth and strategic investments in digital banking. The bank also raised its interim dividend by 11.1%, reflecting confidence in its ongoing modernization efforts.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has released its Basel III Pillar 3 report for the half year ended December 31, 2024, revealing a robust capital position and detailed credit risk exposures that exceed regulatory transparency requirements.