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Inflation a greater danger than recession: Powell

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 30 JUN 2022
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell flagged that the US Federal Reserve had to raise rates rapidly to mitigate higher inflation, even if that increased recession risks. Speaking at the European Central Bank Forum in Portugal, Powell said: "Our aim is ...

Aware Super establishes dedicated real estate arm, names chief executive

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 23 JUN 2022
... Jones Lang LaSalle. Aware Super's deputy chief investment officer and head of real assets Damien Webb said McNally is an ideal leader for Aware Real Estate. "In an exceptional field, Michelle was the standout candidate for this role. We set our sights ...

You can't have it all: Retirement income strategies

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 16 JUN 2022
While greater availability of retirement income products is a positive, the three objectives of these products as set out in legislation don't necessarily reflect members needs or desires. Appearing on a panel at the Australian Institute of Superannuation ...

A playbook for private markets

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 15 JUN 2022
A panel at the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST) ASI 2022 conference has discussed how unlisted assets can be an important diversification strategy for super funds, despite challenges in accessing deals. IFM executive director private ...

Credit Suisse names APAC asset management lead

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 JUN 2022
Credit Suisse has appointed a head of asset management for Asia Pacific as it eyes expansion in the region. Min Huang has been named in the role, in addition to her existing responsibilities as head of asset management, China. Huang has been acting ...

Lifespan partners with OpenInvest to launch advice solution

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 3 JUN 2022
... solution to address the needs of Australians who would like professional assistance at a level below personal advice. "In an ideal world, every Australian would be able to afford a personal financial adviser, however, the reality is that delivering personal ...

A mixed year for super: KPMG

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 30 MAY 2022
The annual KPMG Super Insights report has called 2020 and 2021 a challenging period for the superannuation sector, the impact of which will be felt for some time to come. Over 2020/21 investment markets and the super sector rebounded from the initial ...

Liberals should liberate Australians from super: Bragg

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 26 MAY 2022
... However, "the early drawdown by certain labour force groups, especially those who have just joined the workforce is not ideal", she added. Akhtar said: "They have not contributed enough to the system and often, they waste early access withdrawals on ...

Superhero board signs former ASIC boss

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 25 MAY 2022
... addition. "James' appointment is a fantastic addition to Superhero. His extensive experience in financial services made him an ideal candidate to join our board as we continue to innovate and grow," he said. Shipton's re-entry into corporate Australia ...

Challenger details future strategy, plans JV

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 24 MAY 2022
After announcing a restructure last week, Challenger has provided further detail on how it plans to diversify, including flagging its intention to enter a joint venture with SimCorp and naming a chief executive to lead it. Hosting its Investor Day today ...