With economic pressure at an all-time high, young Aussies are turning to credit and BNPL to cover costs. Banks are tackling these challenges by improving interest rates and offering lucrative loyalty programmes, driving increased rates of credit card adoption despite inherent risks.
Graham Cooke heads Finder's insights team, which is responsible for conducting data-driven research and award programs on a variety of financial topics, including credit cards, loans, insurance, investing, and more. He also regularly appears on TV and radio and has taken part in over 500 live interviews discussing financial news and trends. In addition to his work at Finder, Graham is a contributing author at Money Magazine and Yahoo Finance. He has also written content for Westpac, Nasdaq, Homely, and Soho. Graham is a passionate advocate for financial literacy and consumer rights. He is known for his expertise in data analysis, his ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and concise way, and his commitment to helping consumers make informed financial decisions.
A highly accomplished financial adviser, Shannon Freney blends expert financial strategies with behavioural and psychological approaches to offer bespoke, highly precise financial advice to help his clients achieve their ideal lifestyles. With over a decade of dynamic experience, he’s successfully advised and guided many people, from ultra-high-net-worth investors to those starting their financial journey.
Sarah Wei is a journalist and producer based in Melbourne and Hong Kong, with a focus on the travel, lifestyle, and arts and culture sectors. She has produced over 35 talks and workshops with 120 speakers, three large-scale 5-day events, over 20 community events, one VR/AR exhibition, and more than 150 published features and stories across the region.