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Federal Reserve rate cuts beckon

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 16 SEP 2024
The US Federal Reserve is widely tipped to fire the starting gun on its first rate cutting cycle in years; here's what top economists see unfolding. AMP deputy chief economist Diana Mousina said some people believe the Fed is behind the curve and that ...

Growing super balances show more work to be done: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 16 SEP 2024
... changers for super fund members. More Australians than ever are set to enjoy a dignified, comfortable retirement, and the future of retirement savings has never looked brighter," Delahunty added. The COVID-19 early release program is also a factor, with ...

Pensioners to pay more under aged care reforms

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 13 SEP 2024
... amount paid by Australians accessing care should be determined by personal wealth, noting that the older people of the future will be wealthier, primarily due to the compulsory superannuation system. According to the government, all "fully supported" ...

Future Fund restructures investment leadership

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 13 SEP 2024
The Future Fund says it is restructuring its investment team to meet the shifting dynamics of the current environment. The investment team, led by chief investment officer Ben Samild, will have five divisions going forward: portfolio design, real assets ...

Genetic test results to no longer hinder life cover

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 SEP 2024
... essential to ensuring the law keeps pace with advancements in genomic science and the way genetic tests are used in the future." The government's consultation on the issue came on the back of a report by Monash University, reviewing the use and impact ...

Westpac names new chief executive

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 9 SEP 2024
... banking and has built a considerable track record of delivery over 25 years," Gregg said. "Anthony is ambitious for the future of Westpac and its customers. Since joining Westpac in 2020, he's put the Institutional Bank on a path to reclaiming its leadership ...

Story Wealth co-founder joins Kearney

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 6 SEP 2024
Story Wealth Management Anne Graham has exited the business she co-founded to join Kearney Group, bringing along her book of clients. Graham is now a partner - integrated advice of Kearney's private wealth unit. Graham co-founded Story Wealth in 2016 ...

Financial Standard wins Impact Award

STAFF WRITER  |  FRIDAY, 6 SEP 2024
... providers. It is truly rewarding to recognise these individuals and organisations for their significant roles in shaping the future of the financial services ecosystem," Activam Group managing director Robert Talevski said.

Future Fund annual return 'very strong'

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 SEP 2024
The Future Fund delivered a 9.1% annual return in FY24, adding $18.8 billion to the portfolio, bringing the sovereign wealth fund's total value to $224.9 billion. This performance lifts its 10-year average annual return to 8.3%, exceeding a mandate ...

Mercer Super reorganises leadership, chief executive changes roles

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 SEP 2024
... outcomes for members, both to and through retirement, will enable Mercer Super to be "strategically positioned for the future." Meanwhile, Ross said Mercer Super is ideally placed in the market to harness its local knowledge and global scale, delivering ...