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Investment specialist joins sustainable fund manager

ALLY SELBY  |  TUESDAY, 24 MAR 2020
An asset consulting specialist has joined a sustainable infrastructure investment manager in a newly created role which will see her manage the firm's portfolio, investment strategy and products. Former Willis Towers Watson senior investment consultant ...

FASEA exam to go online

HARRISON WORLEY  |  THURSDAY, 19 MAR 2020
... either sit the exam online, or they can defer it until June or another later sitting. FASEA said it was taking the measure in light of "the evolving COVID-19 pandemic and in the best interest of all people involved in the exam". The agency said exam ...

Chi-X continues TraCR roll out

HARRISON WORLEY  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 MAR 2020
... and more investors are realising the benefits of going global when it comes to their investment decisions, especially in light of recent market fluctuations," Bagley said. "Gaining access to US listed companies via TraCRs makes that investment decision ...

Philippines halts all trading

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 17 MAR 2020
... The PSE made the announcement to the stock market, saying the decision is to ensure the safety of employees and traders in light of the escalating cases of the coronavirus disease. President and chief executive of the PSE said: "Please be advised that ...

Sunsuper Labor donations rile Bragg

HARRISON WORLEY  |  FRIDAY, 13 MAR 2020
... determine whether we feel it's appropriate," Rowell answered. Bragg appeared unsatisfied with her response. "I think it's a very light touch that you're giving these funds. I mean, this is retirement savings. Out of the blue they've decided to give one ...

ClearView restructures pricing as life sector struggles

HARRISON WORLEY  |  FRIDAY, 13 MAR 2020
The tough times in Australia's life insurance sector have forced the provider to overhaul its pricing. ClearView has revised its pricing across its Life Solutions stepped and hybrid income protection products, as the insurer battles to remain profitable ...

Major industry events cancelled amid pandemic

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  FRIDAY, 13 MAR 2020
The Conference of Major Superannuation Funds has been cancelled or postponed along with a number of the financial services sectors big events, including charity fundraiser FICAP. The Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees has cancelled the ...

Women rule ESG, but gap remains

ALLY SELBY  |  THURSDAY, 5 MAR 2020
... the female communities to support each other, provide opportunities for continued development and showcase role models to light the way," she says. Hostplus head of ESG Kim Farrant says it's important for women in responsible investment to support ...

Unsatisfied HESTA members head for exit

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 27 FEB 2020
... executive of HESTA, airing the group's concerns about the health consequences of Australia's recent bushfire season. "In light of these health impacts it is unconscionable that HESTA continues to invest hundreds of millions of dollars of healthcare ...

Life commissions, referral fees still kosher: AFA

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 27 FEB 2020
... general manager of policy and professionalism Phil Anderson dove into commissions and fees in a detailed presentation in light of the FASEA Code of Ethics, Life Insurance Framework and other regulatory changes. Anderson pointed out CountPlus chief executive ...