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Contract work threatens super: Research

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 15 FEB 2018
The rise of the gig economy is one of several factors putting the fundamentals of superannuation at risk, latest research shows. Vision Super, in conjunction with the John Curtin Research Centre, has produced a report that highlights vital steps needed ...

Morrison unveils open banking framework

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 12 FEB 2018
The Federal Government's final report into open banking details 50 recommendations on how the new regime can succeed and ultimately empower consumers. Last week, Treasurer Scott Morrison unveiled a list of proposals covering the regulatory framework ...

2017 AGMs less tumultuous: ASIC

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 30 JAN 2018
The number of top 200 ASX-listed companies that received a strike against pay resolutions in 2017 has dropped, as shareholders increasingly become more engaged during proxy season, ASIC says. The corporate regulator, which closely monitors the outcomes ...

Chief economist update: Red light on greenback

BENJAMIN ONG  |  THURSDAY, 25 JAN 2018
... trillion to the deficit over the next 10 years; and, the absence of any major global upheaval that would necessitate the safe-haven quality of the US dollar. Mnuchin is correct, the lower US dollar would boost US growth and US inflation. "America First!" ...

Lack of advice costing women in retirement

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  MONDAY, 22 JAN 2018
Financial advisers must work closely with female clients to devise strategies to safeguard their retirement savings in the event of a career break. Insight from a recent REST Industry Super survey shows career breaks are costing women at least $160,000 ...

Macquarie adopts open banking solution

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 17 JAN 2018
... banking, which will give customers access to their data, foster transparent financial decisions and promote competition within a safe and trusted framework," he said. Pocketbook co-founder and chief executive Alvin Singh said the collaboration is all ...

Banks can take lead on financial inclusion

DARREN SNYDER  |  TUESDAY, 16 JAN 2018
Innovative non-bank institutions will fill the financial inclusion gap in Asia Pacific if traditional banks do not secure an estimated $110 billion in untapped revenue. This is a key point from the latest EY report on financial inclusion - a term which ...

Safeguard wills with specialist advice: Lawyer

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 11 JAN 2018
This time of year is an ideal time to seek estate planning advice to ensure wills are up-to-date and legally valid to reflect any material family and financial changes, according to a legal expert. Equity Trustees estate planning lawyer Stephanie Smith ...

RARE partners with WaterAid

EMMA RAPAPORT  |  THURSDAY, 11 JAN 2018
... projects in East Timor. The project will provide tanks, water supply systems and underground pipelines to bring clean and safe drinking water to communities, construct household toilets, and fund hygiene and gender equality education. RARE co-chief executive ...

Marriage equality and the estate plan

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 9 JAN 2018
Australian same-sex couples can legally marry from today and financial advisers are being reminded of the estate planning challenges this historic occasion may trigger for clients. While the ability to legally wed brings considerable benefits as a result ...