As someone that's studying both Commerce and Science at USYD, I 1000% agree with that statement.
While everyone I've talked to are all highly motivated, I find that there is indeed this big competitive vibe within the Commerce cohort with everyone gunning for subcommittees roles, internships and whatnot. Not that I can blame them though, Commerce is an over-saturated field after all.
Also, I think it's cool you're studying Finance at USYD Commerce too, what's up!
Since you just transferred this year, I assume you took the 1000-level units this semester? If so, how did you go?