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Insurance in super remains a mystery to millions of Australians

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 28 MAR 2025
... a significant amount for cover" over their working lives that "may not align with their needs." That said, reported knowledge of insurance held through super doesn't vary significantly between the ages of 25 and 54. More than a quarter of 25-34-year-olds ...

MA Financial bolsters sales team

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 27 MAR 2025
... said: "I am delighted to welcome someone of Renee's calibre to our team. Her extensive and relevant experience and knowledge, in addition to her exceptional relationships, will be valuable to both our team and our clients across the region. "Renee's ...

Non-compete, restraint clauses to be outlawed

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 25 MAR 2025
... agreements to block staff from being hired by competitors, and fix wages by capping workers' pay and conditions without their knowledge or consent. Findings from the e61 Institute last year show about one in five firms planned to increase their use of ...

Australians 'overwhelmed' by retirement: Aware

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 24 MAR 2025
... retire as much as half of your super balance is made up of investment returns. "But there are clearly still big gaps in knowledge, and getting advice at the right time makes an enormous difference. We see it as our job to offer help and guidance to our ...

Rest kickstarts in-house global equities trading

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 MAR 2025
... believed in-house management of global equities will not only deliver cost benefits but will also enhance the overall knowledge and expertise of the $93 billion industry fund's investment team. "By continuing to expand our internal expertise, we ...

Clean energy strategies a gateway to long-term growth

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 18 MAR 2025
... industry. "Power and utilities are committed to switching energy sources for the long term. And they have the capabilities, knowledge, and financial resources to adopt new technologies and make change happen," Wilkinson said. "By contrast, start-up renewables ...

'Incompetent' adviser permanently banned by ASIC

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 14 MAR 2025
... Sydney-based financial adviser has been permanently banned for acting dishonestly and exhibiting a fundamental lack of knowledge, integrity, and professionalism, ASIC said. Peter Surtenich has been permanently banned on March 6 from providing any financial ...

HNW clients demand more non-custody assets: Study

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 MAR 2025
... face when incorporating non-custodial assets. Administrative complexity is a concern for 66% of HNW advisers, while knowledge gaps remain substantial as 53% report familiarity with these solutions. Furthermore, many clients view non-custodial investments ...

Tokenisation can save US$135m in back-office costs: Study

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 7 MAR 2025
... benefits. "Given that the technology stands to be significantly cost saving, these fears suggest that there are still knowledge and experience gaps within asset management when it comes to tokenisation, and some distance for the industry to travel until ...

Sandi Orleow joins ECP board

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 6 MAR 2025
... locally and globally. Manny Pohl, founder of ECP Asset Management, says Orleow brings a wealth of industry experience and knowledge to the board. "Sandi is an accomplished non-executive director in the funds management industry. Her experience across ...