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Despite ongoing economic pressures, Australian SMEs are showing resilience and a willingness to invest in growth. In this Q&A, John Shillington, NAB’s Head of Commercial Broker and Equipment Finance - VIC/TAS, shares insights from the bank’s latest SME survey and explores how commercial brokers can play a pivotal role in supporting businesses through strategic financing solutions.

NAB’s Chris Thomas talked to BrokerDaily about how brokers offering holistic business solutions are facilitating deals that keep the economy moving. Article originally published in BrokerDaily on 09/04/25 by Jack Campbell.

Join us as we discuss the impact of Trump's tariff policy on the Australian Dollar.

As technology and client needs evolve, brokers face growing pressure to diversify and stay ahead. Experts weigh in on the critical skills and professional development strategies shaping the future of broking. Originally published on MPA on 18 Feb 2025

Overcoming the current challenges and unlocking new growth for small and medium businesses requires a collective effort – from banks, industry bodies and government.

Most SME owners are looking to invest to grow over the next 12 months. How are they going about it and, more importantly, why should you? NAB’s new Executive of Business Direct and Small Business, Krissie Jones, explains the benefits.

There’s an upside to uncertainty – it allows smart businesses to take charge of their destiny by actively managing the things they can control.

In Part 3 of this NAB Health Insight series, we explore some of the most important factors for health consumers when searching for a health professional. We also investigate whether consumer perceptions over some key issues (including access to bulk billing, cost of health services, usage of telehealth, e-health, and data sharing) have changed over the past year.

The latest NAB Regional & Agribusiness webinar provides insights on the Australian & Global Economies, and a regional and rural property update. Watch the webinar here.

NAB executives give their view on the critical role brokers play, and the opportunities ahead. Originally published on Australian Broker on 24/06/24.

How do high school students really feel about their lives? Download the report or watch the webinar recording to find out more.