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AMP Super trustee has additional licence conditions removed

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 2 AUG 2024
... Nevertheless, APRA will continue to engage with this trustee to ensure it remains capable of delivering the expected standards of governance and risk management for a trustee of its size and complexity. "Strengthening the ability of APRA-regulated entities ...

IPO conversations 'sparking interest': Barrenjoey

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 26 JUL 2024
... Australia is "one of the cleanest markets in the world." "Investors can come to this country and be confident about the standards of transparency and efficiency around raising of capital. I think that confidence aspect is really something we all need ...

ANZ staff axed over treasury bond scandal

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUL 2024
... investigations are complete in a timely manner, that action is taken against any individuals who have not met the required standards and that the necessary steps are taken to ensure these conduct failures do not re-occur," Elliott said. "Importantly ...

Industry funds defend CFMEU board ties

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 19 JUL 2024
... defended their respective boards' close ties to the CFMEU, saying all representatives satisfy the fit and proper standards outlined by APRA. This week the Victorian branch of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) was placed ...

ASIC bans 'incompetent' financial services directors

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 19 JUL 2024
... regulator said. It added that the bans are part of ongoing work to ensure that officers of AFS licensees maintain high standards of judgment, diligence, and professionalism in discharging their duties and responsibilities.

BitConnect promoter hit with good behaviour

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 16 JUL 2024
... removes the scrutiny that comes with that authorisation and carries with it the risk of a failure to adhere to appropriate standards in the provision of financial advice," the judge said. Bigatton pleaded guilty to six instances of providing financial ...

Funds SA, Mercer Super make key appointments

ELIZABETH FRY  |  FRIDAY, 12 JUL 2024
... Institute of Technology. Importantly, Debelle also chaired the Global Foreign Exchange Committee, which coordinates standards for central banks and private sector companies in the currencies market. Meanwhile, Mercer Super has appointed Jim Minto as ...

Australia climbs global wealth ranks

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 11 JUL 2024
... wealth equality. McAuley said strong growth in superannuation and property has spurred a rise in millionaires by USD standards, with the country nearing two million. "We expect growth of 21% in that number over the next 5 years. The proportion of USD ...

Insignia Financial overhauls operating model, executive team

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 11 JUL 2024
... the necessary resources, expertise and strategic oversight to achieve their objectives and maintain robust operational standards." Insignia Financial said the changes are being made "to drive growth and provide clearer lines of accountability to simplify ...

Fiji National Provident Fund hunts active fund managers

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 10 JUL 2024
... registered with relevant financial regulatory authorities. They must have a good track record of complying with industry standards and best practices, as well as fulfilled financial reporting, audit, and disclosure obligations. FNPF is the country's ...