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Human biases call for simpler retirement framework: Research

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 18 NOV 2025
... include a choice paradox where too many options can lead to overwhelm, a default preference to stick with what is in place rather than making a big change, overvaluing immediate rewards and undervaluing future benefits, an aversion to losses which loom ...

Former ASIC chair, FASEA chief launch trustee

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 17 NOV 2025
... expectations," he said. "The next phase must be one of maturity. Trustees who see these reforms as a chance to strengthen, rather than defend, their governance will be the ones who build lasting confidence." Super Trustees Australia said it is also focused ...

AustralianSuper's 'ambitious' advice goal

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 14 NOV 2025
... wellbeing ecosystems going forward. "Funds will be expected to deliver independence, dignity, support, that feels personal, rather than complex statistics," she said. "There's still so much to be done, but I think we've come a long way."

BlackRock to launch first active income-focused ETF

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 NOV 2025
... higher-income product. The Australian credit market continues to deepen and broaden, with more issuers opting for local issuance rather than offshore. This trend creates a diverse set of opportunities for the portfolio." Meantime, BlackRock head of global ...

Sustainable investments jump 49% in two years

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 11 NOV 2025
... reshape the global economy onto a sustainable trajectory, capital will remain incentivised to exacerbate climate change rather than address it. The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) co-chief executive Estelle Parker said investors ...

Wealthy families double down on private markets: JP Morgan

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 10 NOV 2025
Wealthy families are doubling down on private investments rather than dialing back, according to the latest Principal Discussions released by JP Morgan. JP Morgan interviewed 111 billionaire principals, working with the world's wealthiest families globally ...

Hume's super sharing bill lashed in parliament

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 7 NOV 2025
... from the existing longstanding superannuation and tax system settings, which are generally based on an individual unit rather than a couple," she said. Darmanin accused the opposition of "hoodwinking" with the proposal, calling it an attack on superannuation. ...

Crown Wealth director banned for two years

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 30 OCT 2025
... perceived operational responsibilities (which did not involve direct client contact or the provision of financial advice) rather than involve himself in the compliance and reporting obligations of Crown Wealth, and that his inaction and inattentiveness ...

M&A makes rebound, creating higher-value deals: Deloitte

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 27 OCT 2025
... Deloitte believes demand and supportive conditions will continue to drive M&A activity, but with a focus on capabilities rather than just scale. The firm also highlighted the preliminary planning of integration will be necessary, provided that the costs ...

Apostle partners with Qtron Investments

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  MONDAY, 27 OCT 2025
... Qtron astutely identifies unique opportunities through diversified, idiosyncratic factor exposures at the stock level, rather than relying on broad sector or country bets. Its strong research culture and team-based process underpin resilient portfolios ...