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Voices down: Women staying quiet about retirement worries

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 15 JAN 2026
... confident in contrast to 40% of men. AMP deputy chief economist Diana Mousina said the national gender gap in financial literacy is more severe than peer countries, such as the US, Germany and the UK. "More than one in three Australian adults are financially ...

Nambawan Super taps former Prime Super boss for top job

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 18 DEC 2025
... oversaw "significant growth", doubling funds under management to over K12 billion while spearheading a national financial literacy program and championing member-focused policies, "We extend our deepest appreciation to Paul Sayer for his many years of ...

Advisers acquired 300k new clients in 2025: Report

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 1 DEC 2025
... confidence in key areas such as making financial decisions, discussing their financial situation with others, financial literacy, and understanding investment and superannuation products. "Across several indicators, women assess their financial position ...

DC funds "leaving member money on the table": Report

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 NOV 2025
... pooling vehicle," he identified. In exploring how to make these solutions material, the study said engagement and financial literacy, as well as choice and default options are key factors for consideration. On the biggest issues effecting DC funds, Urwin ...

Classic 60/40 approach underdelivers for women retirees

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 14 OCT 2025
... strategies that are tailored to individual needs and adjust to market conditions are needed, as is greater financial literacy support. Financial planning must address gender-related gaps, it said.

Retirement expectations of young Australians surge

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 18 SEP 2025
... their retirement. Surveying 1800 Australians aged 18 and above, the findings indicate critical disparities in financial literacy, understanding of long-term planning, and housing stability among respondents. The research unveiled a surge in the financial ...

FS Power50 shortlist revealed, voting opens

STAFF WRITER  |  SATURDAY, 30 AUG 2025
... are active within industry associations to those that boast a strong social media following, helping improve financial literacy and awareness. All advisers who have progressed to the voting round have been vetted against ASIC's Financial Advisers ...

Nominations open for 2025 Power50

STAFF WRITER  |  MONDAY, 23 JUN 2025
... active within industry associations to those that boast a strong social media following, translating to improved financial literacy and awareness. As part of the selection process, we also invite relevant industry associations to nominate outstanding ...

Link Wealth acquires boutique advice firm

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 6 JUN 2025
... underserved with limited access to financial support and guidance." It noted that the Queensland government's Financial Literacy and Resilience program had highlighted the need to improve financial knowledge and build financial capacity among Queenslanders ...

Daniel Mulino takes over financial services portfolio

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 13 MAY 2025
... with the new minister to continue to implement targeted and well-considered reform - particularly by improving financial literacy and access to advice, simplifying the retirement system, and encouraging innovation in retirement products and services." ...