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Allianz Retire+ updates AGILE, slashes fees

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 10 FEB 2026
... retirement income market. "As this segment gains popularity and understanding, our enhanced offering, coupled with broader industry dynamics, is poised to drive further uptake," she said. Allianz Retire+ modelling shows that a 58-year-old customer investing ...

UN pension fund confirms leadership

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 9 FEB 2026
... financial knowledge and expertise along with a strong track record of senior leadership in both the financial services industry and in international organisations," the pension fund said. van der Zeen succeeds Pedro Antonio Guazo Alonso. As at the end ...

Mulino acknowledges some regulation 'not thought through'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 9 FEB 2026
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has called on the government to urgently prioritise regulatory reform to address the growing burden of red tape that is stifling productivity and economic growth. The ACCI released a report, Path ...

Debby Blakey steps down as HESTA chief

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 9 FEB 2026
... executive before taking on the top job, succeeding Anne-Marie Corboy. "Debby has made an indelible mark on HESTA, and the industry as a whole. We pride ourselves on being gutsy advocates for our members, and Debby has personified this," HESTA chair Nicola ...

Government to ask super funds to invest in defence infrastructure

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 6 FEB 2026
... that currently discourage private investors getting involved. The review stated that greater use of partnerships with industry and private investors will provide opportunities for Defence to address its budgetary challenges that have led to much of its ...

KKR to acquire Arctos Partners

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  FRIDAY, 6 FEB 2026
... positioned to help us achieve the vision we have for Arctos." "We see tremendous opportunity to better serve the sports industry and the sponsor community, but the key to that unlock is a partnership that will provide access to strategic, financial and ...

Tax reform uncertainty to exacerbate property sell-offs: Survey

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 6 FEB 2026
... the government continues to tamper with the capital gains tax (CGT), including the phasing out of negative gearing, an industry body says. According to Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), close to one in five (19%) investors who sold ...

Former AMP adviser banned over false documents

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 5 FEB 2026
A Melbourne-based financial adviser is permanently banned from the industry after signing documents on clients' behalf without their knowledge. Patrick Nong was found to have engaged in conduct in misleading or deceptive conduct in relation to a financial ...

BTC Markets names chief executive

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 5 FEB 2026
... discipline. His appointment provides continuity at a time when experience and execution matter more than ever in this industry." Speaking on his new position, Dobbins said: "Exchanges need to be engineered for resilience, transparency and long-term trust. ...

ASX partners with Bloomberg on credit futures product

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 5 FEB 2026
... throughout a period of heightened volatility, the ASX said. The launch is currently subject to regulatory clearance and industry readiness. Commenting, ASX head of rates and benchmarks Allan McGregor said the exchange continues to provide innovative ...