Latest Sme Lending News

Butn Limited has reported its fifth consecutive half-year of revenue growth, underpinned by a $100 million senior debt facility and expanding platform originations. Despite a statutory loss, the company’s operational momentum and strategic initiatives signal robust growth prospects.

Liberty Financial Group has reported a robust 12% increase in underlying NPATA to $82.3 million for the half year ending December 2025, supported by record loan originations and a strong balance sheet. The acquisition of Moula is set to accelerate unsecured SME lending, while cost efficiencies and moderating credit risk underpin improved financial metrics.

Judo Capital Holdings has delivered a robust 1H26 result, posting a 26% half-on-half profit before tax increase and upgrading its net interest margin guidance for the second half. The bank’s SME lending franchise continues to expand rapidly, supported by strong deposit growth and a solid capital position.

Judo Bank has reported a robust half-year result with profit before tax surging 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan growth and improved operating efficiency. The bank reaffirms its FY26 guidance, signalling confidence in continued momentum.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has reported a robust half-year result, with profit before tax rising 26% over the prior half and 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan book growth and stable net interest margins.

N1 Holdings Limited has reported a strong December quarter with rising revenue, net profit, and cash receipts, underpinned by SME lending growth and funding efficiency improvements. The company also navigates increased regulatory scrutiny with a firm commitment to conservative lending.

Judo Capital Holdings reports robust loan book expansion reaching $13.4 billion by December 2025, reaffirming its FY26 growth and profit targets amid strong SME demand.

National Australia Bank reported a 1% increase in underlying profit for FY25 with stable cash earnings and a steady fully franked dividend of 85 cents per share. The bank’s refreshed strategy shows early momentum despite rising credit impairment charges.

N1 Holdings reports a steady start to FY26 with a $375,000 net profit and robust cash flow, driven by its SME lending operations and enhanced by AI technology.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited reported strong FY25 results with significant lending growth and profit increases, while expanding its SME banking footprint and advancing technology. The bank sets confident FY26 guidance amid strategic board changes.

humm Group Limited reported a remarkable 458% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strong asset growth and effective cost management. The company also announced a final dividend and highlighted ongoing technology transformation and ESG commitments.

Earlypay Ltd reported a 31% rise in statutory net profit after tax for FY25, driven by growth in equipment finance despite declines in invoice and trade finance. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 0.65 cents per share and outlined plans to expand its lending portfolios and streamline technology.