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A comfortable retirement now costs more than ever

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | TUESDAY, 24 FEB 2026

... Delahunty said. "Costs in the categories that retirees tend to spend most on have risen faster than general consumer price inflation. So that means even though the Age Pension is indexed, a greater burden is placed on retirees' personal super savings." ...

UniSuper 'missed out' on gold rally, but for good reason: Pearce

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026

Despite the glittering gold rally, UniSuper has steered away from the bullion saying it does not produce income for its members. UniSuper chief investment officer John Pearce said the $166 billion super fund does accept gold to be a store of value and ...

Jobs rise in line with expectations, RBA hike still likely

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026

... January CPI release next week, with markets watching whether the firmer-than-expected labour backdrop is feeding into inflation via capacity constraints. "So, any upside surprise could trigger a material front-loading of expectations for the Reserve ...

Aussie veterans front Senate over underpaid pensions

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026

... Williamson had the opportunity to take $160,000 as a lump sum payment. According to the Reserve Bank of Australia's inflation calculator, today that would be adjusted to around $710,477. "Now, we've not had the opportunity to invest, use or do anything ...

Opposition leader unveils fresh shadow cabinet

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 18 FEB 2026

... industrial relations and employment. "Our shadow treasurer will lead the push for responsible spending, lower taxes and lower inflation. He is a proven fighter against Labor's higher taxes that are making Australians poorer," Taylor said. "He and ...

Challenger results a 'headline miss'

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 17 FEB 2026

... our continued expense discipline. In a market environment of tight credit spreads, geopolitical uncertainty and higher inflation, we have actively managed our investment portfolio to continue delivering returns," Hamilton said. "We have built strong ...

Bullish on AI? Don't buy US tech: Vanguard

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 13 FEB 2026

... and a potential productivity surge, the US economy could eventually grow by 3%. It said solid growth and still-sticky inflation will leave the Federal Reserve with limited room to cut rates below Vanguard's 3.5% estimate of the neutral rate, which would ...

RBA gives bleak economic outlook

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026

... defend his government's spending after RBA governor Michele Bullock said increased government spending put pressure on inflation. When questioned about government spending, Chalmers said "political opponents and their acolytes are deliberately and dishonestly ...

Macquarie sees 'substantially' higher profits

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026

... but was partially offset by higher operating expenses. Looking ahead, Macquarie flagged global economic conditions, inflation and interest rates, significant volatility events and the geopolitical landscape may influence the short-term outlook. "We continue ...

Global pension assets near $90tn: Research

MATTHEW WAI | TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026

... innovation and shifting global dynamics. Fiscal support and AI-related investment should remain as important growth drivers. "Inflation trends and central bank actions will be key, particularly in the US, where strong capital spending and supportive ...

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Former chief financial officer at Rest returns in new role

VINNY VUCAGO | 11:16AM

Rest is welcoming back it's former chief financial officer as its inaugural chief commercial officer.

Macquarie chair provides 'cautious' outlook at AGM

ELIZA BAVIN | 12:36PM

Macquarie Group has provided its first quarter update at its AGM, with outgoing chief executive Shemara Wikramanayake describing trading conditions as "satisfactory".

GDG delivers 36% jump in FUM

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | 12:36PM

Generation Development Group has reported strong growth to the year ending June 30.

Aussie Olympian's brother sentenced over crypto scam

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | 12:30PM

The brother of Australian breakdancing Olympian 'Raygun' has been sentenced 12 months' imprisonment for his role in a global cryptocurrency scam.

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