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BBSW methodology restores trust

DARREN SNYDER | TUESDAY, 22 MAY 2018

... even more robust and reliable benchmark, calculated where possible from actual transactions, in line with the highest standards set in IOSCO's Principles for Financial Benchmarks." "The process of defining the new methodology has also involved clarifying ...

APRA urges super funds to examine board skills

HARRISON WORLEY | FRIDAY, 18 MAY 2018

... at an individual level. It highlighted some funds had failed to recognise the spirit and intent of minimum governance standards set by the regulator, by ignoring previous terms served on the board when renewing a director's tenure. APRA deputy chairman ...

More adviser participation needed to shape ethics code

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | WEDNESDAY, 16 MAY 2018

Financial advisers must consult on the draft code of ethics as it contains vague standards the industry has never previously been required to adhere to. While it is already expected that advisers comply with a raft of legal obligations, wealthdigital ...

ASIC consults on advice code monitoring bodies

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | TUESDAY, 15 MAY 2018

... compliance schemes for the incoming code of ethics that all financial advisers must adhere to. Under the professional standards legislation, the code of ethics developed by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) will be enforced ...

Adviser disciplinary regime has holes: AFA

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | MONDAY, 14 MAY 2018

... that arguments exist for the establishment of a single code monitoring body. "In this manner there would be one set of standards for advisers and the single code monitoring body could be set up in a manner where it was not controlled or influenced by ...

Morrison sharpens blockchain, AI agenda

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 9 MAY 2018

... million to develop the nation's artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning capabilities. A Technology Roadmap, a Standards Framework and a national AI Ethics Framework will help identify opportunities in these areas and support the responsible ...

Application fees increase for tax advisers

ALEX BURKE | TUESDAY, 8 MAY 2018

... to ensure that tax agent services are provided to the public in accordance with appropriate professional and ethical standards." TPB chair Ian Taylor welcomed the additional funding, saying it would ensure the TPB is able to "continue to meet its legislative ...

Budget paves way for retirement income framework

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 8 MAY 2018

... development of CIPRs," giving retirees more choice and flexibility in retirement income products and help boost their living standards, the Government said. It used a case study to illustrate. Ying is 65, approaching retirement and has $350,000 in her ...

What the associations want from Budget 2018

KANIKA SOOD | TUESDAY, 8 MAY 2018

... retirement. ASFA has condemned Melbourne-based Grattan Institute's research that argues lifting SG will "hurt living standards" of low-income earners - majority of whom are women.

CFA Institute begins Australian chief executive search

HARRISON WORLEY | MONDAY, 7 MAY 2018

... will report to the Governance Council for CFA Societies Australia, and will be tasked with driving higher professional standards and integrity across the investment industry according to the advertisement. Additionally, the organisation is seeking a ...

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Global X awards mandate for ETF business

ELIZA BAVIN | 12:33PM

Global X has awarded a new custody and administration mandate for its Australian ETF business.

Bell Asset Management launches small-caps fund

KARREN VERGARA | 11:56AM

Bell Asset Management has formally launched its Australian Small Companies Fund, which is run by former Tyndall Asset Management portfolio managers.

Former Australian Ethical finance chief lands new gig

MATTHEW WAI | 11:09AM

The former chief financial officer of the ethical investment manager has joined a local finance company after wrapping up his tenure at AUB Group.

MySuper assets pursue $1.5tn Choice sector

KARREN VERGARA | 12:20PM

MySuper assets are fast catching up to the $1.5 trillion Choice sector, hitting nearly $1.2 trillion in the March quarter.

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