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flag Australia to cap high-risk home loans at 20% of new lending in 2026.

flag Australia’s regulator, APRA, will implement new rules in February 2026 limiting banks to issuing no more than 20% of new home loans with a debt-to-income ratio of six or higher, split between owner-occupiers and investors. flag The move aims to curb risky lending and reduce housing market instability, though current high-DTI lending is low, meaning the cap is unlikely to restrict borrowing in the near term. flag Critics say the rule is more symbolic than effective, offering a "green light" rather than a real brake on speculation. flag The policy excludes bridging and construction loans and does not affect existing borrowers. flag While intended to improve financial resilience, some experts warn it may reduce housing mobility and affordability, especially for low-income buyers.

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