Broker Pulse

24/02/2026

The 17th annual Third-Party Lending survey is now open.

Brokers are invited to share feedback on lender performance across service, technology, products and support, helping shape the 2026 Third-Party Lending Report.

The survey closes 30 April 2026, with weekly prize draws available for participants.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/46rBvUC

11/08/2025

The latest Broker Pulse: Commercial Lending survey reveals a shift in broker sentiment across key loan categories.

Conducted in July 2025, the research captures expectations for loan demand, accessibility, and lender performance across business loans, commercial mortgages and equipment finance.

See what the data reveals: https://www.brokerpulse.com.au/news/construction-finance-leads-demand-forecast-across-commercial-lending

06/08/2025

Brokers are predicting strong demand across commercial lending.

New data reveals sustained growth in appetite for business loans, commercial mortgages, and equipment finance. Confidence in SME borrowing remains high, with sentiment for unsecured lending reaching record levels.

See what’s driving demand in the latest Broker Pulse: Commercial Lending data. https://www.brokerpulse.com.au/news/brokers-forecast-sustained-growth-in-demand-for-business-commercial-and-asset-finance

04/08/2025

What makes a broker choose one lender over another?
Hint: It's not just about the rate.

Speed, pricing, and the ability to support complex client scenarios are all in play. New data shows which factors are driving the biggest decisions. https://www.brokerpulse.com.au/news/brokers-recommend-macquarie-bank-for-speed-newcastle-permanent-for-pricing-liberty-financial-for-client-circumstances

21/07/2025

Which lenders did Australia's mortgage brokers use most in June?

The Broker Pulse: Residential Lending report by Agile Market Intelligence has the answers – straight from the broker frontline.

Explore which lenders are leading the way here: https://bit.ly/44S4izT

23/12/2024

Season’s greetings from Agile Market Intelligence!

As we wrap up another successful year, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, and research contributors for your unwavering support and collaboration.

This holiday season, we wish you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with warmth, joy, and cherished memories.

Looking ahead, we’re excited about the opportunities and possibilities that 2025 will bring. Here’s to a New Year brimming with promise, growth, and shared success.

Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

22/11/2024

We received great feedback from the Broker Pulse community when we released our first lender spotlight series on Commonwealth Bank, and so we’ve followed it up with another major player – ANZ.

In this spotlight, we explore ANZ’s journey over the last few years, which we feel is a perfect example of how broker feedback can be used to incrementally improve a lender’s service proposition in the third-party channel.

Head over our website to learn about ANZ’s journey over the last few years, which we feel is a perfect example of how broker feedback can be used to incrementally improve a lender’s service proposition in the third-party channel.

ANZ’s performance in Broker Pulse: Residential Lending

22/11/2024

Building on the success of our Broker Pulse: Residential Lending program, we’ve expanded our offerings with the launch of the Broker Pulse: Commercial Lending survey. This initiative is designed to support commercial and asset finance brokers while building a community-driven knowledge base on lender performance in commercial lending.

Our latest round-up of our most recent results will give you an executive summary of the insights we captured from applications submitted by brokers in September. Click the link below to read the analysis in full:

https://bit.ly/4eWhgjn

The commercial lending program is relatively new and therefore we would love to hear from you about what insights you would like to see and the data that would be most impactful to shape your understanding of the market.

Feel free to email us at [email protected] for your feedback and suggestions!

A wrap up of the insightful data from Australia's brokers for the commercial lending scene in September 2024.

11/11/2024

Broker Pulse offers valuable insights into the current state of play for brokers and lenders. In last month’s full Broker Pulse: Residential Lending report shared with all our members, we provided a holistic view of the industry. Building on that, we’re now diving deeper, focusing on the broker experience with a specific lender each month.

In this news story, we’re analysing the recent Broker Pulse data on Commonwealth Bank. Dive into our latest edition of lender spotlight by reading the article below.

Looking at the September 2024 Broker Pulse: Residential Lending survey results, we’re diving into the broker experiences with Commonwealth Bank.

31/10/2024

We recently unveiled the September 2024 Broker Pulse: Residential Lending survey results, packed with valuable insights from the Broker Pulse community.

For those looking to catch up, here’s a quick recap of the latest report analysis!

https://www.brokerpulse.com.au/news/broker-pulse-residential-lending-wrap-up-september-2024

A summary of findings for the September 2024 Broker Pulse: Residential Lending survey results.

28/08/2024

People First Bank is dedicated to making a positive impact across all of its operations.

Learn how People First Bank prioritises the wellbeing of its members and upholds a broader commitment to doing good. Download your free copy of the People & Planet Report 2024 to find out more.

Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4doEnCx