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Downsizer scheme gains ground

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 OCT 2018
The recently introduced downsizer contributions strategy is gaining traction, with the new scheme topping the list of adviser queries for the September quarter. BT Financial Group's technical team fielded about 3000 queries over the quarter, a significant ...

Early release of super, FHSSS gaining traction: ATO

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 22 OCT 2018
About $89 million of superannuation has been released on compassionate grounds just three months into the new financial year, according to the ATO. Of the 10,700 early super release applications received between 1 July 2018 and September 30, more than ...

CFA Institute asks FASEA to recognise charterholders

KANIKA SOOD  |  WEDNESDAY, 10 OCT 2018
... a very good ladder for qualification is the UK." The UK's system looks at the CFA qualification and equates it to gaining a master's - so it's a higher qualification than a bachelor's degree, he said. "And to become a charter holder you ...

ETF market growth a benefit for all

HARRISON WORLEY  |  TUESDAY, 4 SEP 2018
... Australian ETF market grew by 33% in the last 12 months, to $39 billion. According to Dyall, those invested in ETFs were gaining from overall growth in the market. "The more people that invest, the greater network effect," Dyall said. Dyall explained ...

Perpetual reports $140m profit, investments business dips

KANIKA SOOD  |  THURSDAY, 30 AUG 2018
... said. "Market conditions have been challenging for Perpetual Investments, although a number of product extensions are gaining traction and attracting inflows," Perpetual interim chief executive Chris Green said. "Over the year our Global Share Fund received ...

Super fund members satisfied but restless

KANIKA SOOD  |  TUESDAY, 31 JUL 2018
... investment options, with 14% saying this was a key motivator. "Ethical and socially responsible investing is gradually gaining popularity, and super funds that cater to this growing demand will stand out among younger Australians," Choi said. The Investment ...

Chief economist update: What goes around is starting to get around

BENJAMIN ONG  |  THURSDAY, 19 JUL 2018
... rates. Then again, maybe not. The CPI inflation report released overnight showed that upward pressure on consumer prices is gaining momentum. Headline inflation accelerated to 2.9% in the year to June - the fastest since February 2012 - from 2.8% in ...

Chief economist update: Weak wages a puzzle, could become a problem

BENJAMIN ONG  |  FRIDAY, 13 JUL 2018
... rates. Then again, maybe not. The CPI inflation report released overnight showed that upward pressure on consumer prices is gaining momentum. Headline inflation accelerated to 2.9% in the year to June - the fastest since February 2012 - from 2.8% in ...

Pre-retirees fear longevity risk: AustralianSuper

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 12 JUL 2018
... contributions. Commenting on the survey's findings, AustralianSuper head of brand and behaviour change Mario Garrido said: "By gaining a clearer insight into the thoughts and concerns the Australian public and AustralianSuper's members have about ...

Managed accounts expert expands new platform

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 JUL 2018
... diversified portfolio and invests in agricultural assets. While it is in its early days, Storm said the super fund is live and gaining traction and looking to enhance this product over the next six months. Equity Trustees acts as the trustee. Spitfire ...