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APRA updates enforcement approach

KRISTI CHENG  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 SEP 2019
APRA says its new enforcement approach goes beyond taking stronger action earlier, clarifying when and how it will publicise the actions it takes. Outlining how it will increase transparency and take stronger action against misbehaving institutions ...

APRA slaps traffic light ratings on super funds

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 3 SEP 2019
The prudential regulator confirmed a "traffic light" system aimed at weeding out underperforming superannuation funds is currently in the works. Deputy chair Helen Rowell flagged APRA is developing a heat map based on four key areas -investment returns ...

Government extends FASEA deadlines

KARREN VERGARA, JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 30 AUG 2019
... FASEA's qualification requirements now have until 1 January 2026, which is an additional two years. These changes will not apply to new advisers registered after 1 January 2019. Senator Hume said the extension of the qualification requirements will ...

Chief economist update: The budget surplus can wait

BENJAMIN ONG  |  FRIDAY, 30 AUG 2019
... government spending (i.e. fiscal deficits) would "crowd out" private borrowing and therefore, lift interest rates - doesn't apply to the current environment" where the official cash rate is heading to zero. Australian total private new capex fell ...

Nominees await top AFA honours

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 AUG 2019
... nominees for the Excellence in Education award are judged on how they continually invest in their education and practically apply this when working with clients. The AFA said the practical application of advisers' knowledge is a key factor, as it ...

No extension to FASEA deadline

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 AUG 2019
Assistant Minister for Financial Services, Superannuation and Financial Technology Jane Hume has failed to announce an expected extension to the FASEA deadline but has assured the industry the government is not looking to force experienced financial ...

Manager vacancy at $50m fund

KANIKA SOOD  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 AUG 2019
... Hellen and Nigel Markey as voluntary administrators for Blue Sky Alternative Investments (ASX: BLA). The appointment did not apply to Blue Sky Alternative Access Fund (ASX: BAF) or other subsidiaries. In June, Blue Sky bid farewell to its chief executive ...

Chief economist update: What price Australian budget surplus?

BENJAMIN ONG  |  TUESDAY, 27 AUG 2019
... government spending (i.e. fiscal deficits) would "crowd out" private borrowing and therefore, lift interest rates - doesn't apply to the current environment. Heck, businesses aren't even enticed to borrow and invest at these current historic ...

IFM Investors sets significant emissions targets

KRISTI CHENG  |  MONDAY, 26 AUG 2019
... unprecedented move IFM Investors will now have emissions reduction targets through to 2030 and beyond. The targets will apply to household names it owns or co-owns in Australia such as Ausgrid, Melbourne Airport, Brisbane Airport, NSW Ports, the Port ...

ASIC bans SMSF business director

HARRISON WORLEY  |  THURSDAY, 22 AUG 2019
ASIC banned the director of a firm allowing people to illegally access their superannuation early to buy a home. The corporate regulator slapped Max David Goldenberg with an eight year ban from providing financial services and engaging in credit activities ...