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Banks must overhaul product-based incentives

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 APR 2017
... many banks should also revise their target setting, performance management, leader development and, most importantly, culture; and ensure they are aligned with the ethical, customer - centric philosophy that underpins my recommendations," Sedgewick said. ...

NAB Wealth hire targets growth

EMMA RAPAPORT  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 APR 2017
... partner of choice based on our ability to support businesses through better technology, practical customer insights, and a culture of innovation." "Stephen is a welcome addition to the team, and will bring fresh insights to our business." Commenting ...

Morningstar downgrades Franklin Templeton parent rating

ALEX BURKE  |  MONDAY, 10 APR 2017
... for Franklin Templeton US funds from positive to neutral following concerns about "massive outflows" and an "investment culture given to complacency," according to senior analyst Alec Lucas. The re-rating concerns the parent company of Franklin Templeton ...

Investment management industry needs overhaul: CFA

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 10 APR 2017
... can articulate a compelling vision and instil ethics; and improve diversity, which is linked to better performance and culture, the report said.

Too much ado about Fed reinvesting nothing

BENJAMIN ONG  |  THURSDAY, 6 APR 2017
"Do you really want to hurt me Do you really want to make me cry..." - Culture Club It began like just another ordinary day on Wall Street but last night it was one with an upward bias despite geo-political tremors - chemical attack in Syria and nuclear ...

Gender diversity drives Australia's mid-market companies

EMMA RAPAPORT  |  TUESDAY, 4 APR 2017
... comprised of female directors. This in comparison to 23% in the ASX 200. "Gender diversity (and also diversity of age, culture, experience and other factors) can help fuel more robust and innovative discussion at the board table," the report said. "This ...

AMP Capital launches global equity fund

EMMA RAPAPORT  |  MONDAY, 3 APR 2017
... that have dependable and persistent cash-backed returns on capital." Allen also praised the strong and collaborative team culture underpinning the fund, adding: "We believe our star team approach - rather than that of a star portfolio manager - leads ...

BlackRock moves to machine stock picking

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 30 MAR 2017
... ahead of those changing client desires." BlackRock chairman and chief executive Larry Fink said the firm is driven by a culture that embraces change and turns it into opportunity. "We are constantly anticipating how macro trends will reshape both our ...

ABA committing to industry reforms

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 30 MAR 2017
... consultant Phil Khoury following a seven month consultation is an effort by the banking industry to align its practices and culture with customer's expectations and regain their trust. "By accepting the vast majority of recommendations, banks are demonstrating ...

BTFG chief investment officer exits

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 27 MAR 2017
... company's values." Cooper said appropriate conduct, and respect for other staff members was integral to Westpac and BT's culture. Where there is evidence that someone has not acted in a way that is consistent with the group's code of conduct and policies ...