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Aussies remain 'positive' about retirement: Challenger

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 13 APR 2026
... financial guidance and support," Mannix said. "Older Australians want a guaranteed regular income in retirement to help manage day-to-day expenses that can provide financial security for life, but access and awareness remain key barriers." This comes ...

Foreign resident CGT rules up for consultation

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 13 APR 2026
Treasury is tightening the rules around capital gains tax (CGT) to ensure foreign residents pay their fair share of tax in Australia. The draft law broadens and clarifies the definition of Taxable Australian Real Property (TARP) and introduces a definition ...

Strengthen Life Code for mental health crisis, claims handling: Review

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 13 APR 2026
... commented the independent review is an important part of the industry's promise and commitment to the people we protect every day. "It provides a robust, independent process to hear a broad range of views about how we can continue to ensure our industry ...

US, Iran agree to cease fire, outlook remains 'uncertain'

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026
... reaction with oil prices dipping below US$100 for the first time since the US launched its attacks. The agreement arrived a day after an ultimatum, issued by US President Donald Trump, threatening to wipe out Iran's critical infrastructure should it ...

Treasury proposes lead generator, super switching reforms

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026
Treasury is proposing a barrage of reforms that will curb dubious lead generator and superannuation switching activities and make platforms more accountable for the products they offer members. The Enhancing member protections in the superannuation ...

Calm urged as global markets look 'increasingly unstable'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 7 APR 2026
... Iranian government, threatening to wipe out the nation's energy infrastructure and bridges. "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped into one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F***** Strait, you crazy bastards ...

Albanese stresses importance of 'economic sovereignty'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026
As the conflict in the Middle East continues, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used his address at the National Press Club to stress the importance of economic sovereignty to support national resilience. Albanese said the government is focused on ...

ASX is 'compromised' and 'lacks aspiration': Final report

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026
... is underway, it is critical ASX continues to prioritise the safe and efficient operation of its infrastructure, meeting the day-to-day needs of the market.

FEATURE: Estate planning | Best laid plans

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 APR 2026
... and executors, you've got to keep in mind that you don't want to be tying them up in expensive knots forever and a day too, because that's a lot of pressure." Setting the rules While trusts are popular vehicles, many advisers are also looking ...

Fundamental focus necessary in volatile markets: Auscap

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 30 MAR 2026
... according to Auscap Asset Management chief investment officer Tim Carleton. Speaking at the recent Financial Standard Advisers Big Day Out (ABDO) in Sydney, Carleton said it is easier to take advantage of the big opportunities out there if investors ...