Latest Mortgage Lending News

Nationwide Building Society reports a solid first half of 2025 with underlying profit before tax rising to £977 million, driven by strong mortgage and deposit growth following its acquisition of Virgin Money. The Group maintains robust capital and credit quality while delivering significant value to members.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

Helia Group Limited delivered robust half-year results for 2025, reporting a statutory net profit after tax of $134 million and a significant 28% increase in gross written premiums. The company strengthened its capital position while navigating a shifting mortgage insurance landscape.

AMP Limited reported a modest increase in underlying net profit after tax to $236 million for the first half of 2025, supported by steady revenues and disciplined cost management across its key business units.

Helia Group announces the departure of CEO Pauline Blight-Johnston after five years, appointing CFO Michael Cant as interim CEO amid evolving market conditions. The leadership change signals a strategic pivot for the lender mortgage insurer.

Westpac Banking Corporation posted a $3.5 billion net profit for the first half of 2025, maintaining strong capital ratios and advancing its digital transformation and sustainability initiatives despite a slight earnings dip.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has released its Basel III Pillar 3 report for the half year ended December 31, 2024, revealing a robust capital position and detailed credit risk exposures that exceed regulatory transparency requirements.