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Final QAR reforms open door to super funds

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023
... ability to make informed decisions about the advice. Commenting on the final tranche, minister for financial services Stephen Jones said that as five million Australians are either nearing or in retirement with more money than ever before, the reforms ...

Payday super timing, deliberate: Chalmers

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  TUESDAY, 5 DEC 2023
... super that they've earned and that they're entitled to." Despite the reasoning, independent consultant and adviser Stephen Huppert said pushing back the start date is a little bit disappointing due to the member impact. "I suspect the main thing ...

Changing retirement landscape needs regulatory framework: Actuaries Institute

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  MONDAY, 4 DEC 2023
... authors of the paper, former president of the Actuaries Institute Andrew Gale, and independent consultant and adviser Stephen Huppert said, the shift needs to occur to support the risks facing Australians in retirement, the biggest being longevity. Aside ...

SMSF Association, CA ANZ rally against super tax changes

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 1 DEC 2023
... proposed bill that would double tax on many Australians superannuation earnings. Yesterday in Parliament, assistant treasurer Stephen Jones introduced the government's controversial Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions Bill - the legislation introduces ...

Industry needs better retirement advice blueprint: Expert

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 30 NOV 2023
... navigating a landscape that is becoming increasingly more complex, an industry expert says. Optimum Pensions head of engagement Stephen Huppert told Financial Standard that it's time for the advice industry to knuckle down on how they can help clients ...

Inflation problem is homegrown: Bullock

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 24 NOV 2023
... continue to elevate. In analysing the RBA's November 7 minutes, which were released yesterday, GSFM investment strategist Stephen Miller said the "board retains a moderate tightening bias". The RBA seems to be seeking "maximum optionality going forward ...

Key advice reforms still coming, Jones promises

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 NOV 2023
Minister for financial services Stephen Jones has confirmed the government remains committed to removing Statements of Advice and the Safe Harbour Steps, as well as accelerating changes to education requirements to meet increased demand for advice. ...

NGS Super launches retirement savings strategy

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 NOV 2023
... give them access to advice and start to help them manage longevity risk," she said. Just yesterday, assistant treasurer Stephen Jones stressed that, in anticipation of the millions preparing for retirement in the next decade, funds must urgently lift ...

Government to amend transfer balance cap laws

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 27 OCT 2023
... amendments to the transfer balance cap (TBC) for individuals with a capped defined benefit income stream. Assistant treasurer Stephen Jones said this is another step to improve the efficiency of the superannuation system, ensuring that members aren't ...

Inflation eases to 5.4%, RBA tipped to hike interest rates

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 26 OCT 2023
... inflation climbed 1.2% in the September quarter, outpacing the 0.8% increase in June, prompting GSFM investment strategist Stephen Miller to label an upcoming interest rate adjustment by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) on Melbourne Cup Day as near ...