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NCAs unlikely to solve retirement advice gap: HUB24, CFS

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 26 OCT 2026
... reforms in August, which will allow super funds and life insurers to use the NCAs to give members simpler, more affordable help with their retirement, without the cost of full personal advice. Speaking at the Financial Services Council (FSC) Retirement ...

AustralianSuper rolls out new investment data platform

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 26 OCT 2026
... an important step in strengthening how we manage investments on behalf of members," Byron said. He said the system would help the fund operate more efficiently as it grows, while providing greater flexibility to respond to changing investment needs. ...

Merricks Capital operating chief joins PC firm

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 23 OCT 2026
... decision, commercial discipline and operation needed to strengthen the firm's growth trajectory, Privity Credit said. "She will help align strategy with execution, enhance governance and operational resilience, and ensure our people, processes and partners ...

ART rolls out new investment technology platform

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
Australian Retirement Trust (ART) has launched a new portfolio management system as the $375 billion superannuation fund strengthens its investment capabilities targeting further growth. The platform, powered by BlackRock's Aladdin technology, brings ...

Guaranteed income gives retirees 'licence to spend': JPMAM

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
... Oldroyd. Speaking at the Financial Services Council (FSC) Retirement Summit in Sydney, Oldroyd said a guaranteed income can help give retirees a licence to spend their savings. "When we look at retirees who have higher degrees of guaranteed income as ...

Advised cover faces claims data test

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
... can also affect the outcome of a claim, which reinforces why periodic reviews are important." He added advisers could also help clients navigate the claims process by explaining policy conditions and what to expect if they need to make a claim. "Spending ...

ATO sets sights on 'predatory practices' to access super

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
... of advertisements that promote early access to super. Taking the time to understand the risks and notice the red flags can help avoid decisions that could significantly impact your retirement savings or result in penalties. "We will continue to take ...

IFM continues global infra drive with appointment, acquisition

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
IFM Investors head of infrastructure for North America will retire following an 18-year tenure, with the investment company simultaneously announcing the acquisition of a majority stake in a UK-based company from Canadian Pension Plan Investments (CPP ...

Brighter Super changes up investment, insurance fees

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 21 OCT 2026
Not-for-profit fund Brighter Super has introduced numerous changes to its fees, decreasing investment fees while increasing insurance costs. Effective October 1, the super fund lowered investment fees and transaction costs across most options. Its MySuper ...

Australia's retirement system receives first A-grade

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 21 OCT 2026
... from around the world to establish clear objectives for their pension systems to "engender confidence in the community and help to build trust in the system over the long-term." It singled out Australia as a leading example in this, saying it has legislated ...