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Productivity slumps again, capital injection needed

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026
... productivity problem. "With greater access to capital, such as equipment or software, workers can produce more of the goods and services we consume. However, we also need to ensure that we are investing in the right capital and using it effectively," ...

SMSFs avoid advisers due to lack of asset-specific support

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026
... smaller balances need to achieve "exceptional" returns to accommodate the cost of running an SMSF. Further, Financial Services Council (FSC) chief executive Blake Briggs said that, despite low engagement, the lack of regulatory oversight of the asset ...

AustralianSuper risk lead jumps to rival

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... support how the super invests on behalf of its members. Stevenson brings more than 20 years of experience across financial services, asset management, and superannuation. She spent six years at AustralianSuper running investment compliance and operational ...

Betashares hires marketing chief

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... direct-to-investor offerings. Elaine Herlihy brings more than 25 years of senior marketing experience across financial services and technology, including roles at Westpac, OFX, PayPal and BT. She will oversee brand, marketing, communications and educational ...

Harry Mitchell joins Investment Trends

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... giving clients the insights they need to make strategic and tactical decisions." Mitchell's career spans financial services and wealth technology. He has variously served as general manager of advice at Commonwealth Bank, chief executive of Mine ...

Super outflows persist but profits up at Insignia Financial

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... direct-to-consumer offering and working on enhancing the adviser service experience," Insignia Financial said. The financial services giant reported a profit of $79 million in the first half of the year, improving from a loss of $16.8 million in the ...

Equity Trustees places superannuation arm under review

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... announcement this morning, Equity Trustees said it is reviewing the strategic direction of its Superannuation Trustee Services division. The group said its results were impacted by costs associated with the Shield and First Guardian matters. So far it ...

Most sought-after professionals revealed

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 19 FEB 2026
... The new Robert Walters Salary Guide has revealed the highest paid and most sought-after professionals in the financial services industry. In funds and wealth management, the average salary in 2026 for a head of distribution based in New South Wales can ...

ASIC fines Fundhost for misleading fund performance

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 FEB 2026
... admission of liability. Fundhost provides responsible entity, trustee, fund administration, registry, operations and support services to boutique Australian and international fund managers, including Datt Capital, DMX Asset Management, Montaka Global ...

Opposition leader unveils fresh shadow cabinet

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 FEB 2026
... superannuation and taxes on our children's future." Pat Conaghan has retained the role of shadow minister for financial services, after resigning in January and then being restored to the role shortly before Ley's exit. Conaghan is considered ...