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Good news or bad news?

BENJAMIN ONG  |  TUESDAY, 12 DEC 2017
... of the government's efforts against pollution and overcapacity, slowing production and by extension, demand for raw materials. China's consumer prices also slowed, down to 1.7% in the year to November from 1.9% in the previous month and missing expectations ...

Mercer assists super fund members experiencing domestic violence

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 24 NOV 2017
... assist and support vulnerable members." The new framework comprises practical resources and training including workshop materials, internal training and member-facing documentation to better prepare super fund staff, with Mercer also soon adding employee ...

China's inflation lift indicates strong demand

BENJAMIN ONG  |  FRIDAY, 10 NOV 2017
... quality in the country could slow production in Chinese factories that would reduce demand (and hence, prices) of raw materials. Not to mention, the expected correction in commodity prices going forward.

AMP improves adviser mental health training

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 10 OCT 2017
... to ensure people are not afraid of seeking medical assistance because of concerns about insurance implications." The materials were developed in partnership with non-profit organisation, the Black Dog Institute, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week ...

ASIC adds life insurance to school curriculums

KARREN VERGARA AND JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 28 SEP 2017
... regulator is undertaking an extensive program with state and territory governments to train teachers and update classroom materials around Australia, ASIC deputy chair Peter Kell told the recent life insurance Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations ...

State Street introduces machine learning tool

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 26 SEP 2017
... overload. It consumes research reports, classifying them by investment themes and assets, and suggests new, relevant materials based on the user's specific needs, preferences and previously read materials. The automated solution then overlays the experience ...

Ethical investing fruitful for income investors

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 19 SEP 2017
... according to AXA Investment Managers. A recent study by the firm shows carbon is heavily tilted towards utilities and materials stocks - two with high average dividend yields - and investors might have difficulty cutting carbon investment while continuing ...

Life insurer surpasses code of conduct

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 10 AUG 2017
... fact sheets for all direct products (not only funeral insurance products). It is also developing comprehensive support materials for customers impacted by a major illness, such as cancer and stroke. Clark said: "We look forward to continuing to work ...

Inflation: Cost-pushed and demand-pulled

BENJAMIN ONG  |  WEDNESDAY, 9 AUG 2017
... and economic growth overall). Cost pushed. The Australian dollar's appreciation has reduced the costs of imported raw materials and, at the same time, cheapened "not made in Australia" products and services, prompting domestic businesses to lower sales ...

ASIC advances towards telecommunication intercept powers

EMMA RAPAPORT  |  FRIDAY, 21 JUL 2017
ASIC could soon be given enhanced powers to receive interception materials, seized by another government agency, in cases of alleged insider trading, market manipulation and financial services fraud. The new powers, outlined in the ASIC Enforcement ...