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Key advice executive leaves Aware Super

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 1 JUL 2024
... further embedded a members-first culture at our organisation." Also commenting, Forman said: "It's been really rewarding to play a key role in the transformation of Aware Super and play such a hands-on role in ensuring our members can access the ...

Corporate borrowing hits all-time high despite interest rates

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 1 JUL 2024
The world's largest listed companies took on US$378 billion of net new debt last financial year, driving corporate debt to an unprecedented US$8.18 trillion, according to Janus Henderson's latest corporate debt index. While significant, the increase ...

AIA Australia releases new member insurance portal

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 1 JUL 2024
... reflective of its dedication to supporting claimants during their most vulnerable times. "We acknowledge the pivotal role insurers play in providing solutions that give members the confidence to claim. That's why we've invested in uplifting our ...

BlackRock acquires Preqin in $4.8bn deal

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 1 JUL 2024
... and analytics," Nair said. Preqin founder Mark O'Hare said he was looking forward to joining BlackRock and continuing to play a role in the continued growth of Preqin. "BlackRock is known for excellence in both investment management and financial technology ...

PGIM expands APAC team with local hire

ELIZABETH FRY  |  FRIDAY, 28 JUN 2024
... strong in-market expertise and proven track record in building institutional relationships, I am confident that Daniel will play an instrumental role in supporting the growth of the business, especially at a time when institutional clients continue to ...

Four out of five workers to search for new jobs: Hays

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 JUN 2024
... of APAC Mathew Dickason said that the discrepancy between what employees want and what employers are willing to offer will play out over the next year. He noted that nearly 40% of employees are unhappy with their salaries and 73% feel their pay doesn't ...

Nominations open for FS Power50

STAFF WRITER  |  TUESDAY, 25 JUN 2024
... industry-based activities, community-based projects and/or other initiatives designed to promote the important role financial advisers play in the country's socio-economic future. They can also be successful business owners, award winners, policy ...

New inspector-general of taxation appointed

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 24 JUN 2024
The Albanese Government has appointed Ruth Owen as the new inspector-general of taxation (IGT) for a five-year period commencing on 15 July 2024. Owen brings a wealth of experience in tax, public sector reform, complaints management and dispute resolution ...

QIC beefs up energy team

ELIZABETH FRY  |  FRIDAY, 21 JUN 2024
... investors are primed to invest into energy transition opportunities but appreciate specialist know-how and active management play a central role in achieving appropriate risk-adjusted returns." Israel pointed out that Paul, Richard and Mark's acumen ...

Aussies' financial literacy declines, young people fare the worst

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 21 JUN 2024
Despite many initiatives, financial literacy, capability, and wellbeing levels have dropped in Australia, according to research commissioned by Ecstra Foundation and conducted by SVA Consulting. The International approaches to progressing financial ...