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AFCA completes independent review of operations

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 9 DEC 2024
... consultation on the development of its approach documents and a forward looking review mechanism to keep approaches current; and greater transparency about the role of the AFCA independent assessor. In addition it also delivered clarity about the respective ...

Super framework, SMSFs conducive to financial abuse: Inquiry

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 6 DEC 2024
... hotbed for financial abuse due to lower levels of oversight. One submission to the inquiry pointed out that SMSFs are at "greater risk of financial abuse" as they are designed on the premise of self-protection with reduced government intervention. The ...

Millions of Aussies want episodic advice: Research

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 6 DEC 2024
... demanding advice that is both affordable and available when they need it. Our data highlights a clear opportunity to inject greater flexibility into the industry, enabling organisations to offer targeted services that directly address consumer needs," ...

Permanent disablement claims for mental health explodes

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 5 DEC 2024
... seeking such support more acceptable for women. Conversely, the higher insurance claim rates among men might indicate a greater assertiveness in pursuing insurance benefits," the report said. The research also indicated that white collar workers are ...

Treasury gives Tranche 2 reform package preview

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 DEC 2024
... superannuation. Super funds will also be able to 'nudge' members at key life stages to drive engagement. "These steps will provide greater choice and support to the millions of Australians seeking financial advice throughout their lives, while maintaining ...

Spatium partners to launch wholesale agricultural fund

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 DEC 2024
... said. The managed fund is also constructed and diversified to cater to a variety of client bases and will meet demand for greater private market opportunities. Spatium Capital director Jesse Moors said the joint venture adds weight to its offerings for ...

Firms treat CSLR as 'insurance policy': FAAA

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 2 DEC 2024
... said, adding that these are simply not enough. "We've got to be asking for the government to make sure that there are greater penalties for those who do not pay their AFCA determinations, and then phoenix and operate in some other capacity. It's ...

AustralianSuper expands international equities team

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 28 NOV 2024
... about 30% of this is managed in-house, but the fund wants to increase this significantly by 2030, with the aim to create "greater cost efficiency at scale and generate stronger returns to the benefit of members." The new appointments support this strategy ...

Super funds 'playing to their strengths' in private markets

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 NOV 2024
... can count on a steady and predictable stream of cash inflow to provide appropriate liquidity buffers. "This enables a greater allocation to illiquid assets while being able to deftly handle sudden market selloffs and manage longer-term demographic risks. ...

SMSFs surpass $1tn milestone

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 NOV 2024
... benefits of SMSFs." "SMSFs can provide the ultimate level of control and flexibility which in-turn empowers and encourages greater level of engagement," Burgess said. "This extra flexibility and control can manifest itself in many ways including investment ...