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𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠’𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐭 A new breed of bosses has been installed, driving cultural change at a pace not seen since the Royal Commission. Banks grapple with bloated costs, the arrival of AI, and intense regulatory pressure. As the battle for customers intensifies and a payments revolution redraws the industry’s boundaries, can banks rebuild trust while navigating the next wave of disruption? At the Financial Review Banking Summit 2026, we will again challenge the nation’s most influential leaders on how they plan to adapt.

Bringing together globally-focused chief executives, political leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and technology experts from around the world to unpack the key issues confronting Australian businesses. Moderated, covered and curated by the Financial Review's leading team of journalists, the Summit is an unparalleled forum for people who are serious about business and government, providing genuine and valuable insights from leading decision makers at the forefront. Second release registration will close Wednesday January 21, 2026.

The Financial Review BOSS Director Awards celebrate the vital role directors and chairs play in shaping Australia’s businesses. Chosen by their peers, our winners exemplify outstanding leadership and innovation across corporate and not-for-profit sectors. Nominate your peers today. Deadline extended: Nominations close Tuesday December 16, 2025.

𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠’𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐭 A new breed of bosses has been installed, driving cultural change at a pace not seen since the Royal Commission. Banks grapple with bloated costs, the arrival of AI, and intense regulatory pressure. As the battle for customers intensifies and a payments revolution redraws the industry’s boundaries, can banks rebuild trust while navigating the next wave of disruption? At the Financial Review Banking Summit 2026, we will again challenge the nation’s most influential leaders on how they plan to adapt. Early bird registration closes on Thursday December 11, 2025.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 The 2026 Financial Review Women in Leadership Awards are back! Last year, we celebrated some of the most influential women in Australia, take a look at the 2025 highlights video. Now, it’s your turn to be recognised among the nation's most influential female leaders! Entries close Friday April 10, 2026.

Bringing together globally-focused chief executives, political leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and technology experts from around the world to unpack the key issues confronting Australian businesses. Moderated, covered and curated by the Financial Review's leading team of journalists, the Summit is an unparalleled forum for people who are serious about business and government, providing genuine and valuable insights from leading decision makers at the forefront. First release registration will close Wednesday December 10, 2025.