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Our results were strong: Alexis George

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 17 FEB 2025
... excluding its bank, have continued to improve quarter on quarter, as reflected in the results. She attributed this to the innovation and automation already implemented, as well as a marked improvement in brand consideration for superannuation, noting ...

Housing construction lags broader economy by 49%: PC

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 17 FEB 2025
... factors have contributed to the state of housing construction, namely complicated and slow approval processes, lack of innovation, a fragmented industry dominated by small players, and difficulties in attracting and retaining workers. Another detractor ...

Senate calls to overhaul super fund boards

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 14 FEB 2025
The Senate Economics Committee has released its third interim report as part of the inquiry into Australia's retirement system. Senate Economics Committee chair Senator Andrew Bragg said the third report is focused around the "shocking governance ...

Advisers must improve public awareness to win Australians' trust: Report

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 14 FEB 2025
... must evolve to become more engaging, streamlined, and tailored..." the paper said. It added that with technological innovation easing much of the administrative burden responsible for "keeping advisers tied up and away from clients," they can now redirect ...

PIMCO hires former Global X sales lead

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 13 FEB 2025
... account manager. Announcing the new appointment on social media, Chugh said joining PIMCO has "reignited his passion for innovation in investment solutions." "I am excited to help build and support our ETF platform's development and growth." Chugh ...

HMC Capital bolsters insto team

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 13 FEB 2025
... excited to join HMC Capital and to work in such a talented team. HMC Capital has a strong reputation in the industry for innovation, and I am eager to help build on HMC's solid foundation to drive innovative solutions for our clients. We are very ...

Reach Alts hires private wealth lead

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 13 FEB 2025
... accessible to a broader audience. Divyesh Bhana's appointment is a testament to the company's commitment to excellence and innovation," the firm said.

ASIC updates on SMSF advice review

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 13 FEB 2025
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) said reviews are underway into why consumers are advised to establish an SMSF. Plans for the review were first announced in ASIC's Corporate Plan 2024-25 and the regulator has now confirmed ...

Local family office backs new venture to invest in climate tech

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 FEB 2025
... in technology companies that meet those requirements, which it said helps de-risk investments and supports corporate innovation. Besen met with over 30 potential managers before selecting Climate Tech Partners. In a statement provided to Financial Standard ...

VanEck beefs up Sydney office

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 6 FEB 2025
... opportunities for investors. "Expanding the team is indicative of our commitment to being at the forefront of investment innovation and ensuring our capabilities, products, services, and insights remain best in class for Australian investors," he con ...