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Retirement fears persist despite rising preparedness: CFS

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 1 JUN 2026
Only half of Australians feel prepared for retirement despite gradual improvements in confidence, with concerns over savings, healthcare costs and financial security continuing to weigh heavily according to new research from Colonial First State (CFS). ...

FEATURE | Emerging markets: Twists and turns

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 29 MAY 2026
... jobs to the degree it did in the past." China's household balance sheet is also healthy, underscoring consumer confidence. "Money is now being spent on long-term savings through insurance companies, financial products, and dividend funds," he says. ...

ASIC flags stronger fintech collaboration

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 28 MAY 2026
... person at the regulator that they can deal with throughout the journey," he said. "I think that would give start-ups confidence... and on the ASIC side... there's someone who understands that business and who's trying to deliver agency to it," said Longo. ...

Cbus pushes for lead generator ban

VINNY VUCAGO  |  TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026
... and algorithm driven targeting. Cbus chief executive Kristian Fok said the activity represented a growing threat to confidence in superannuation system and should be outlawed. "Compulsory superannuation is the envy of the world and utterly vital for ...

AIOFP partners to launch adviser protection program

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026
... adviser, not the entire dealer group. AIOFP chief executive Peter Johnston said the initiative is designed to restore confidence and protect adviser independence. "Independent advisers are running small businesses. The ability for a platform to restrict ...

Behavioural constraint is costing retirees greatly: Allianz Retire+

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026
... them back from plans that could help them enjoy the retirement they've worked hard for." Kane said to build "genuine confidence", financial advisers must recognise that clients are not just managing finances; they are managing uncertainty about the future. ...

HUB24 expands retirement options with TAL

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026
... started utilising innovative lifetime income solutions as part of their retirement income are already demonstrating more confidence in drawing down their retirement income at higher rates compared to those without lifetime income," Bransdon said. Additionally ...

Emerging markets progress from consumption to innovation: Experts

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026
... he said. Emerging markets are synonymous with significant demographic shifts that underpin consumption and consumer confidence. But it is the innovation piece in emerging markets, Treves noted, taking shape. "It's emerging markets companies selling ...

Retirees leave 90% of pension unspent: AMP Super

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 19 MAY 2026
... retirement. "Let's actually be more purposeful about retirement and including that legacy to give to give our clients the confidence to achieve their dreams and also their family's dreams," he said.

Investors the biggest losers in 2026 Budget

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 MAY 2026
... Australian Shareholders' Association (ASA) chief executive Rachel Waterhouse said the CGT discount reforms undermine confidence in long-term investing. While the changes are not comprehensive tax reform, Waterhouse said they are "a significant tax ...