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AFSA says ASIC fee model needs consumer testing

... still needed in this area," she said. "Until we are confident that consumers can compare superannuation funds, choice of fund or portability cannot be effective, and ordinary Australians will be the losers. The ASIC model represents real progress on ...

ASFA describes Coonan's actions as "high-handed"

... rather than talk through any refinements. We believe that portability should only be considered jointly with the Choice of Fund legislation." "The same consumer protections for choice of fund are needed for portability, to ensure effective disclosure ...

"The time for rhetoric is over": ASFA demands progress on super

... provide worthwhile options for consumers," Smith said. Smith said some of the outstanding reform issues included Choice of Fund, co-contribution for low-income earners, reduction in surcharge and income splitting. The foreshadowed FSR package as it currently ...

ASFA calls on government to deliver on $300 million promise

... immediately to equip consumers with the skills necessary for decisions they are now obliged to make," she said. "Choice of fund - if it does get introduced - would be impossible to contemplate without improved education and disclosure. In an environment ...

ASFA calls for standardised fees and charges disclosure

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has urged the government and ASIC to implement standardised disclosure documents to allow consumers to compare fees and charges across the superannuation industry, it announced today. ASFA ...

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Australian Retirement Trust people chief to depart

ELIZABETH FRY

Australian Retirement Trust has confirmed the departure of chief people officer Helen Jackson, who will leave at the end of the financial year.

SSGA loses $2.4bn in two months

KARREN VERGARA

State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) suffered $2.4 billion in net outflows over the last two months of 2023, the majority of which hit its Australian and international equities products.

AFCA seeks industry feedback on approaches

ELIZA BAVIN

The financial complaints authority is asking the industry for feedback on how it approaches issues and reaches decisions.

Apex, ACA partner to broaden client services

ANDREW MCKEAN

Apex Group and ACA Group have formed a partnership to offer their clients a wider range of services.

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