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AMP Capital appoints NZ lead

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 25 NOV 2020
... and is involved in many industry groups, supporting responsible investing." Hassell said in the combined role Swan will focus on continuing to grow, develop and support the changing needs of AMP Capital's NZ clients. Swan said she is proud to lead such ...

Wells Fargo sets sights on Aussie super

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 25 NOV 2020
Wells Fargo Asset Management is gearing up to make its mark on the Australian superannuation system, confirming to Financial Standard that it has been in discussions with major super funds. Wells Fargo head of international distribution Deirdre Flood ...

End of the road for advice qualifications

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 24 NOV 2020
Described as the 'end of an era', the Diploma of Financial Planning and Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning have been removed from the national regulator's register of vocational education and training. On November 3, the Australian Skills ...

AustralianSuper hires for investment team

KANIKA SOOD  |  TUESDAY, 24 NOV 2020
The $188 billion superannuation fund has appointed a new deputy head of equities, and three investment directors for its London team. Former VFMC chief investment officer Justin Pascoe, who joined AustralianSuper mid-2019 as a senior portfolio manager ...

Retail superannuation funds grilled on member priorities

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 24 NOV 2020
... IOOF over the long term, Weeks said the primary goal is to act in members' best interests. "Yes, part of the corporate focus is to ensure sustainability and a reasonable return, but our focus is very much on members' best interests," she said. ...

Franking credits more important than ever

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 24 NOV 2020
... dividend payers at the moment which offer retirees the additional benefit of fully franked dividends. " Gardner added that a focus on investing in companies that offer franked dividends in a "no-brainer" for retirees. "Unfortunately, we find many aren't ...

Rice Warner hires former First State deputy chief

KANIKA SOOD  |  MONDAY, 23 NOV 2020
... consultant, after leaving the super fund in July. Arnott will join Rice Warner's superannuation team in Sydney. His focus will be on client solutions around custody and unit pricing, member administration and advice solutions. Arnott was also the ...

Pinnacle boutique wins super fund mandate

KANIKA SOOD  |  MONDAY, 23 NOV 2020
... former Stewart Investors and Fidelity investors. Aikya's Global Markets strategy invests in 30 to 35 companies, with a focus on stewardship and ESG. "We are pleased to be partnering with a forward-thinking Australian superannuation fund, with a sound ...

Milford makes key appointments

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  MONDAY, 23 NOV 2020
... investor of Jason's calibre. He is an experienced analyst and portfolio manager with a strong track record and clear focus on disciplined investment processes. His appointment further strengthens our high performing investment team," Gentle said. ...

Super fund joins climate initiative

ANNABELLE DICKSON  |  MONDAY, 23 NOV 2020
A $54 billion industry fund, a mining company and a professional services firm have joined an initiative to tackle emissions in supply chains by 2050. Cbus, Fortescue Metal Group and Aurecon have signed on to the Australian Industry Energy Transitions ...