In this Financial Services Online Weekly News Wrap, we discuss key updates from Australia's financial world. The Reserve Bank is considering an interest rate hike due to rising inflation. In the energy sector, a major windfarm project in South Australia has been permitted, promising benefits for the local economy and renewable energy businesses. A leading jewellery chain faces penalties over misleading pricing, reflecting the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's commitment to fair trade. Trade tensions between Australia and China are affecting the import-export industry and prompting a careful approach. In tech news, a Silicon Valley start-up will launch a payment app in Australia, demonstrating the growing digitization trend in finance. A major mining company's shareholders have approved a mega-merger, signalling a new era in the industry. The Australian Securities Exchange experienced a volatile week, indicating possibly unstable future trading sessions.n