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Reforms needed to boost engagement: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 23 SEP 2024
... said. "Our research shows how critical these reforms are to ensure that our superannuation system remains the envy of the world, we will continue to work closely with government and with other stakeholders to align the sector to progress these issues ...

Former Mercer Super chair named Actuary of the Year

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 20 SEP 2024
... of the Year award. Actuaries have the capacity to make incredible contributions to solving societal challenges across the world," Swinhoe said. "Many people think actuaries limit themselves to analytical work, but the very nature of our training leads ...

Federal Reserve kicks off easing cycle

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 19 SEP 2024
... lacks the commitment needed to fully stabilise the economy," he said. "The time lag between policy changes and their real-world impact is crucial. We might not see the effects of today's decision immediately, but if the Fed hesitates next time, it risks ...

ASFA launches new initiative to fight financial crime

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 SEP 2024
... sector, regulators, and government to help keep Australians' super safe. "Australia's superannuation system is the envy of the world, let's make it impenetrable for criminals as well."

Aussie female fund manager representation lags: Research

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 17 SEP 2024
... female portfolio managers, rising from 20% to 27% year on year. "Progress, however, barely moved in some major developed world jurisdictions for asset managers. These include the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Switzerland. In these ...

The transferrable skills for advisers who changed careers

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 13 SEP 2024
... arena. "The reality is, a lot of the basics still stay the same, whether it's professional sport or in your business world, a lot of it is around routines and good habits," he said, noting the significance of applying discipline around the preparation ...

Pensioners to pay more under aged care reforms

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 13 SEP 2024
... will enable that," chief executive Tom Symondson said. "Australia can build an aged care system that's the envy of the world, but we need help to do it. Older Australians deserve this future, alongside the confidence of knowing that the nation is ...

Future Fund restructures investment leadership

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 13 SEP 2024
... replacement is yet to be announced. Samild said the new structure was an evolution rather than a revolution, noting that as the world is changing investors need to adapt their resources to meet the challenges and opportunities that creates. "The structure ...

Northern Trust expands fixed income trading capability

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 12 SEP 2024
Northern Trust has launched its Integrated Trading Solutions (ITS) fixed income outsourced trading capability in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The expanded offering, provided through Northern Trust Securities in Australia, targets fixed income trading ...

AI could see emerging markets flourish: Experts

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 12 SEP 2024
... on recent setbacks, Grana blamed geopolitical uncertainty. "It is important EM investors have a macroeconomic view of the world, with the likes of Taiwan and India having successful elections, helping to position them for economic growth, which can translate ...