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Property Investment Lending Slumps in Australia

Updated 2026-08-14 08:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

ABS data shows a significant drop of almost 9% in new lending to property investors following three interest rate hikes this year. Experts see it as a step towards a fairer housing market.

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The Guardian
ABS data shows an almost 9% slump in new lending to investors after three interest rate hikes this year<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/aug/14/australia-news-live-kpmg-inquiry-icac-alan-jones-trial-gst-treasurer-jim-chalmers-anthony-albanese-angus-taylo
2026-08-14 08:03 UTC
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