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RBA on hold but 'not as hawkish as feared'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2025
... 3.6% at its November meeting, but economists were paying close attention to the tone of the statement released by the central bank. Betashares chief economist David Bassanese said while the decision to keep rates on hold was expected, the accompanying ...

Phillip Lowe to chair ASX Advisory Group

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  TUESDAY, 4 NOV 2025
... enable the group to convene and determine its priorities." For his part, Lowe said: "Strong corporate governance remains central to the strength and reputation of Australia's public markets, which is why I am pleased to accept this role." "This new advisory ...

Feature: Group insurance | Cold comfort

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 OCT 2025
... communication or unresolved disputes." Mental health claims spike In relation to TPD claims, mental health has risen to be a central issue for many life insurers. And while some have gone out of their way to assist those who disclose their mental health ...

Capital Group takes stake in Qualitas

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 21 OCT 2025
... interest and River Capital had 5.3%. Qualitas independent chair Andrew Fairley assured shareholders that Schwartz "remains central to our continued success and growth trajectory." "This transaction marks Andrew's first sale of shares in Qualitas ...

Regal, Merricks invest $400m in South Australian infrastructure

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 21 OCT 2025
... real estate market. The investment will be used to develop Market Square, a landmark area sitting alongside the Adelaide Central Market. Regal chief investment officer of income strategies Adrian Redlich said the investment demonstrates its commitment ...

Acenda confirms leadership team

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 21 OCT 2025
... we support our customers and partners. "The appointment of our new group chief commercial officer, Sean McCormack, is central to our strategy ensuring we position the business to capture growth by maximising our product and distribution capabilities." ...

Brookfield fully acquires Oaktree

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 20 OCT 2025
... thriving as part of one of the world's leading investment organisations. With this closer alignment, Oaktree will remain central to Brookfield's credit strategy, and we see significant opportunities to grow the franchise and expand what we can ...

Qualitas co-founder trades in equity for $53m

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 20 OCT 2025
... some 19% of the issued capital. Qualitas independent chair Andrew Fairley assured shareholders that Schwartz "remains central to our continued success and growth trajectory." "This transaction marks Andrew's first sale of shares in Qualitas since ...

Super risks continue as advice gets all clear

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 17 OCT 2025
... distribution practices and unregulated channels. "Although no systemic determinations were made this quarter, these themes remain central to preventing consumer detriment and sustaining trust in the advice sector," AFCA said. "They also align with ongoing ...

ASX announces changes following independent review

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 17 OCT 2025
... there was strong support for the 'if not, why not' approach and the new Advisory Group would do well to retain this as central to the principles." ASX chief executive Helen Lofthouse said she is pleased to have "reached a new stage" in how the ASX will ...