Low growth a threat to Aussie bank profits

Rob Ward joins from MUFG to lead Natixis CIB’s Australia and New Zealand operations, bringing extensive energy and infrastructure expertise.

The ASX has new leadership with former Euronext executive Anthony Attia taking over in September, and he takes the role at a critical point for the exchange.

The Australian bond market has seen a record start to the year, with A$69bn being issued so far in 2025, with robust investor liquidity and tightened spreads.

Andrew Yates, KPMG Australia's CEO, and Julian McPherson, national managing partner audit and assurance, have resigned after an investigation into a whistleblower's allegations over data use was not conducted with "necessary rigour". Principia Advisory is conducting a culture review.

More than a month after Bathla’s unraveling, lenders and investors are focused on whether the failure is an isolated casualty or an early warning sign.

Investors from Asia and Europe were on the oversubscribed deal, which was managed by Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Deutsche Bank, NAB, UBS and Westpac. Proceeds will be used for projects such as hydrogen hubs.