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Modern slavery on the rise a decade on from Rana Plaza

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 21 APR 2023
... I'd have a vested interest that the factories I work with have union membership." However, few retailers encourage freedom of association, part of a pattern of corporate behaviour that active investors can influence to reduce risks, Carlsson said. ...

US regulator sues crypto giant, chief executive

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  TUESDAY, 28 MAR 2023
... regulations require. And above all, we believe in doing the right thing by our users at all times. In this journey towards freedom of money, we do not expect everything to be easy. We do not shy away from challenges," he concluded.

Senate inquiry to scrutinise proposed franking credit rules

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 9 MAR 2023
... reliant on debt," Bragg said. Similarly, Liberal minister Ber van Mannen emphasised the importance of giving companies the freedom to make decisions about capital allocation and distribution, regardless of the timeframe. The proposed changes would limit ...

In need of repair: Gender stereotypes and advice

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 7 MAR 2023
... potential," she says. After her divorce, Baulch became more conservative with her finances, but also gained a sense of freedom to prioritise the things that were most important to her. "My advice to women in the same situation is: Don't rush! Even ...

What "wealthy" means to Australians: AMP

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 28 FEB 2023
... remain the key wealth asset for many Australians, however the definition of "wealthy" has expanded to include financial freedom for pursuing desired lifestyles; and more individuals are seeking to attain this freedom through liquid forms of wealth like ...

Negative wholesale funds market growth continues

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 FEB 2023
... in percentage terms was Smartsave Super and Pension, followed by AMP Signature Super and Pension, Superhero Super, and Freedom of Choice Super. The research also noted that Vanguard operated Australia's largest ETF; PIMCO has the largest mFund, and the ...

2023 will be better for bonds: Experts

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  TUESDAY, 10 JAN 2023
... depended on central banks rushing to cut rates to cushion the stock market every time it fell. They no longer have the freedom to do this," it concluded.

Mercer identifies investment opportunities for 2023

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 6 DEC 2022
... said all is not lost. It suggests investors heed three themes - history rhyme, position for transition, and degrees of freedom - to find success in 2023 and beyond. "Inflation has been one of the driving themes and concerns for investors over the past ...

ANZ told to pay $25m for 20-year failure

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 27 OCT 2022
... Court said. Seven cases remain in front of the courts, including those against ACBF Funeral Plans and Youpla Group and Freedom Insurance.

Colonial First State introduces new platform

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 20 OCT 2022
... learning content. "At CFS, we believe that quality financial advice is vital to helping Australians achieve financial freedom in retirement, and we are committed to building a stronger and more sustainable advice industry," CFS group executive, distribution ...