Australian Lenders Risk Heavy Fed Hit

The video discusses the funding sources of Australian banks, primarily from deposits and wholesale debt markets, with a significant portion from the US. It highlights potential increases in funding costs due to anticipated interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve and other factors like changes in Australia's credit rating and currency exchange costs. The video also explores how banks might manage these costs, including passing them on to consumers, especially in the context of Australia's property market.

What percentage of funding do Australian banks receive from deposits?

What impact could a cut to Australia's top credit rating have on banks?

How have the costs of switching from U.S. dollars to Aussie currency changed?

What are some ways Aussie banks can manage increasing funding costs?

What criticism have Aussie banks faced regarding passing on costs to consumers?