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Brighter Super invests $225m as part of $500m commitment

VINNY VUCAGO | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... Super, which manages $37 billion on behalf of more than 340,000 members, said it is now the third largest non-government financial institution headquartered in Queensland. "We have seen a decline in locally headquartered financial capability, raising ...

Macquarie shareholders question its climate change commitment

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... question the credibility of Macquarie's climate representations and exposes the group to growing climate-related financial risks." To meet public commitments, the resolution said Macquarie must disclose a clear approach to ensuring its fossil fuel ...

Behavioural constraint is costing retirees greatly: Allianz Retire+

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... highlighted that many retirees can afford a comfortable retirement but are hesitant to spend and often delay critical financial decisions to achieve better retirement outcomes. The behavioural cost is clear as the research demonstrated around 700,000 ...

UniSuper pilots' digital estate planning partnership with Safewill

VINNY VUCAGO | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... separately through fund nominations. The partnership comes as digital estate planning tools gain traction across the financial services sector amid growing focus on retirement preparedness and the intergenerational wealth transfer. Members with more ...

APRA sharpens oversight, flags tech and geopolitical risks

VINNY VUCAGO | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... geopolitical instability, rapid artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and growing complexity in global markets reshape the financial risk environment. In its latest System Risk Outlook, the prudential regulator said Australia's financial system remained ...

InvestSMART to realise $16m from Intelligent Investor sale

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... has indicated their commitment and focus to grow the newsletter and funds management business, including through the financial adviser market. The TIP funds management business follows the same value investing methodology as Intelligent Investor and ...

ASIC launches action against Equity Trustees for $65m First Guardian failures

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026

... Equity Trustees did not obtain critical information before onboarding First Guardian such as its constitution, audited financial accounts or an audit of its compliance plan. Further, ASIC alleges that Equity Trustees allowed its members to invest 100% ...

Data, compliance key to successful technology-enabled advice

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026

While financial advice firms are at different stages of embracing artificial intelligence (AI), experts urge not to overlook two key areas before they go all in: data quality and compliance. Before considering anything else, a panel of technology and ...

Australian Unity hires from HESTA

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026

... chief risk officer and most recently in his advisory role supporting our investment strategy," the spokesperson told Financial Standard. "His commitment to members, deep expertise and institutional knowledge have helped position HESTA strongly for the ...

Emerging markets progress from consumption to innovation: Experts

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026

... compass, which sits on a scale," Robertson said. "So, you have to incorporate that in what you're willing to pay." Financial Standard is the official media partner of the 2026 SIAA Conference.

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BT appoints new head of strategy

KARREN VERGARA

A former Allianz Retire+ executive has joined BT as the new head of strategy.

ASX sees trade volumes soar in May

MATTHEW WAI

ASX saw a substantial growth in trade volumes last month, despite continued lackluster movement in IPOs.

Otivo launches AI-powered financial advice

MATTHEW WAI

Otivo has launched a mobile app for Australians to access licensed advice powered by AI.

Munro expands access to climate focused fund

VINNY VUCAGO

The Munro Global Growth Climate Leaders PIE Fund has been opened to retail investors in New Zealand.

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