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Chief economist update: Same challenges, differing reactions

BENJAMIN ONG | THURSDAY, 9 MAY 2019

Deemed the sexiest accent in the world by 'Big 7 Travel', it would have been better (dare I say, sexier) that instead of a printed statement, Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) Governor Adrian Orr verbally delivered the news that: "The Official ...

SMSF wind-ups spike: ATO

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR | THURSDAY, 9 MAY 2019

The number of self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) wind-ups shot up in the last 12-24 months, according to Australian Tax Office data. Latest ATO data reveals in 2014 the number of SMSF wind-ups was 12,654 and hovered around that point, reaching ...

Former AMP adviser pleads guilty

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | WEDNESDAY, 8 MAY 2019

A former AMP adviser has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $200,000 in client funds. Trevor William Martin of Kiama, New South Wales has pleaded guilty to three counts of dishonestly obtaining client funds in the District Court of NSW. An investigation ...

Forrests donate $655m to foundation

KANIKA SOOD | MONDAY, 6 MAY 2019

Mining magnate Andrew Forrest and wife Nicola have donated $655 million to their philanthropic foundation. Minderoo Foundation now has more than $1.5 billion in total donations from the couple and has supported 280 projects globally since its 2001 inception. ...

Suncorp Super appoints new chair

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR | FRIDAY, 3 MAY 2019

The chair of Suncorp's superannuation business is retiring and an interim chair has been named. Jan Swinhoe, who is also chair of Mercer Superannuation, was appointed interim chair of Suncorp Portfolio Services. Her appointment follows the retirement ...

Chief economist update: Policy of patience

BENJAMIN ONG | THURSDAY, 2 MAY 2019

The US Federal Reserve just concluded its April 30 - May 1 FOMC meeting and decided it best to do nothing but reaffirm its policy of patience, as you, I and Irene expected. "Consistent with its statutory mandate, the Committee seeks to foster maximum ...

APRA self-assesses shortcomings

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 1 MAY 2019

APRA is taking stock of its effectiveness since the 2013 Stronger Super reforms and flagged more improvements lay ahead for the superannuation sector. In a new information paper published yesterday, APRA said it aims to undertake a post-implementation ...

Boutique fund manager launches LIT

KARREN VERGARA | MONDAY, 29 APR 2019

A boutique fund manager is launching a listed investment trust in a bid to raise $500 million. Regal Funds Management's Regal Investment Fund (RF1) provides exposure to a selection of alternative investment strategies and risk-adjusted absolute ...

Super tax strategies a hot topic

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR | WEDNESDAY, 24 APR 2019

AMP's technical superannuation adviser support team saw a rise in the number of advisers querying tax deductions for personal superannuation contributions last month. Data from more than 2090 calls made by advisers last month showed more clients were ...

Former NAB adviser charged

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | TUESDAY, 23 APR 2019

A former NAB financial adviser has been charged with two offences following an investigation by ASIC. Max Kiattisak Eung of Tempe, New South Wales was charged with two offences of obtaining financial advantage by deception. It is alleged that between ...

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Global X awards mandate for ETF business

ELIZA BAVIN

Global X has awarded a new custody and administration mandate for its Australian ETF business.

Bell Asset Management launches small-caps fund

KARREN VERGARA

Bell Asset Management has formally launched its Australian Small Companies Fund, which is run by former Tyndall Asset Management portfolio managers.

Former Australian Ethical finance chief lands new gig

MATTHEW WAI

The former chief financial officer of the ethical investment manager has joined a local finance company after wrapping up his tenure at AUB Group.

MySuper assets pursue $1.5tn Choice sector

KARREN VERGARA

MySuper assets are fast catching up to the $1.5 trillion Choice sector, hitting nearly $1.2 trillion in the March quarter.

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