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Raiz names new chief executive

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026
... executive," she said. Malone said it had been a privilege to lead Raiz, highlighting its mission to improve financial literacy and access to investing. He assumed the post of managing director and group chief executive in September 2022 after George ...

ASIC warns Gen Z against chasing unrealistic crypto gains

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 16 MAR 2026
... work for them, not someone selling a product," ASIC said. It comes as Ecstra Foundation notes a decline in financial literacy has meant young people enter adulthood without the skills they need to manage money, avoid scams and navigate an increasingly ...

Advisers prioritise robust planning, education in retirement planning

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026
... what positive retirement sentiment looks like in five key pillars: having a sold retirement plan; boosting financial literacy; being familiar with the retirement system, making voluntary contributions and engaging with their super fund at least twice ...

Voices down: Women staying quiet about retirement worries

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 15 JAN 2026
... confident in contrast to 40% of men. AMP deputy chief economist Diana Mousina said the national gender gap in financial literacy is more severe than peer countries, such as the US, Germany and the UK. "More than one in three Australian adults are financially ...

Nambawan Super taps former Prime Super boss for top job

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 18 DEC 2025
... oversaw "significant growth", doubling funds under management to over K12 billion while spearheading a national financial literacy program and championing member-focused policies, "We extend our deepest appreciation to Paul Sayer for his many years of ...

Advisers acquired 300k new clients in 2025: Report

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 1 DEC 2025
... confidence in key areas such as making financial decisions, discussing their financial situation with others, financial literacy, and understanding investment and superannuation products. "Across several indicators, women assess their financial position ...

DC funds "leaving member money on the table": Report

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 NOV 2025
... pooling vehicle," he identified. In exploring how to make these solutions material, the study said engagement and financial literacy, as well as choice and default options are key factors for consideration. On the biggest issues effecting DC funds, Urwin ...

Classic 60/40 approach underdelivers for women retirees

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 14 OCT 2025
... strategies that are tailored to individual needs and adjust to market conditions are needed, as is greater financial literacy support. Financial planning must address gender-related gaps, it said.

Retirement expectations of young Australians surge

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 18 SEP 2025
... their retirement. Surveying 1800 Australians aged 18 and above, the findings indicate critical disparities in financial literacy, understanding of long-term planning, and housing stability among respondents. The research unveiled a surge in the financial ...

FS Power50 shortlist revealed, voting opens

STAFF WRITER  |  SATURDAY, 30 AUG 2025
... are active within industry associations to those that boast a strong social media following, helping improve financial literacy and awareness. All advisers who have progressed to the voting round have been vetted against ASIC's Financial Advisers ...
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