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Australian Unity adds Betashares ETFs to bond offerings

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 23 APR 2026

... seeing more parents and grandparents use investment bonds as a structured way to build wealth for the next generation, whether that's helping their kids with home deposits, supporting education or funding other major life expenses," Glinac said. ...

ASIC to refresh financial market infrastructure guides

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 21 APR 2026

... proposes changes to how overseas entities should be licensed. This is so it reflects the legislation "for determining whether 'a financial market has a material connection with this jurisdiction', as introduced by the FMI reforms," ASIC said. ...

FSC ups expectations on platform trustees' governance

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | THURSDAY, 16 APR 2026

... including how it sources new clients, the types of advice it provides, how it is typically delivered and paid for, and whether any referral partnerships are in place. It should also look into whether the licensee maintains adequate procedures and controls ...

Aussies remain 'positive' about retirement: Challenger

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 13 APR 2026

... since last year (68.9). But the rising cost of living continues to impact lifestyle, financial security, and confidence in whether money will last. The top priority for close to half (44%) is to have enough money to enjoy retirement, with nearly four ...

Foreign resident CGT rules up for consultation

KARREN VERGARA | MONDAY, 13 APR 2026

... interests over land (regardless of how a state law or territory law treats the interest), things fixed or installed on land, whether or not they are treated another way under state and territory law or general law, and leases and licences over such assets," ...

ASIC concerns over Interprac sale 'unfounded': Sequoia

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | FRIDAY, 10 APR 2026

... Financial Planning might mean for its creditors are "unfounded", while also saying it is working with ASX to determine whether shareholders are required to approve the transaction. Earlier this week ASIC applied to the Federal Court to have receivers ...

Concerns raised over super switching consultation

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 10 APR 2026

... decision that isn't in their best interests. "There's a real argument that we're going to look into in detail as to whether or not they should be covered by AFSL licences [sic] or the financial sector law in particular. And there's a good ...

ASIC hands down 10-year adviser ban

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 9 APR 2026

... person, and is an insolvent under administration. Godfrey is prohibited from providing any financial services; controlling, whether alone or in concert with one or more other entities, an entity that carries on a financial services business, and performing ...

Div 296 requires fixing before finalisation: Industry

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 9 APR 2026

... periods to allow the Div 296 liability to be assessed progressively. Meanwhile, the regulations failed to clearly state whether the actuary is expected to certify a final dollar amount, a percentage, or an attribution methodology, IFPA said, advising ...

Sale of Interprac raises eyebrows at ASIC

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026

... Interprac representatives to invest in the failed funds. ASIC said a receiver must be appointed to investigate and report on whether the deal made between Sequoia and Conquest is "bona fide, fair and reasonable", and report on Interprac's financial ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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