FEAR & GREED | Business News Economy picks up pace; new rules to dampen lending; why chihuahuas are like wolves
Nov 27, 2025
The economy is gaining momentum, with business investment soaring due to a data centre boom. However, many Australians still face financial pressures despite green shoots in the market. New mortgage rules from the banking regulator are aiming to curb home lending, which may shift some borrowing to private lenders. In a surprising twist, researchers reveal that chihuahuas share DNA with wolves, shedding light on canine genetics. Meanwhile, notable changes in cricket ownership and a narrowing gender pay gap also make headlines.
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Business Investment Is Driving Uneven Growth
- Business investment jumped 6.4% in the September quarter driven largely by data centre spending.
- This creates a two- or three-speed economy where tech outperforms while construction and retail lag.
Investment Share Of GDP Has Fallen Sharply
- Business investment used to be about 20% of GDP and is now near 11%, leaving a gap for growth.
- Strong tech CapEx may mask weakness in construction, mining and retail, risking an uneven recovery.
Prepare For Tighter Mortgage Rules
- APRA will cap mortgages at six times income and limit banks to 20% of new loans above that ratio from early next year.
- Expect banks to tighten lending and some borrowers to turn to private credit, so assess loan sources carefully.