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AMP names integration director as merger looms

RUTH LIEW  |  MONDAY, 17 JAN 2011
AXA APH has released a memorandum for its shareholders about its proposed merger with AMP - including information about estimated integration costs and the appointment of an integration director.

Finsia CEO to step down

NEWS RELEASE  |  MONDAY, 17 JAN 2011
After almost three-and-a-half years at the helm of Finsia, chief executive officer Martin Fahy will be handing over the reins this year.

Fin services firms rally to aid Queensland

RUTH LIEW  |  MONDAY, 17 JAN 2011
From donations to charitable activities, Australia's financial services professionals are reaching out to help Queensland's flood victims in a show of unity and support.

Investors tap emerging market debt

JOHN MCDULING  |  MONDAY, 17 JAN 2011
When investors look to position their portfolios to benefit from the rapid growth of emerging markets, they usually look to emerging market equities. But for risk-adjusted returns, emerging market debt might be a better way to go.

Veteran asset consultant to bridge gap: AXA IM

MICHELLE BALTAZAR  |  FRIDAY, 17 DEC 2010
The $700 billion global fund manager, AXA Investment Managers, hopes to forge stronger links with key asset consultants in Australia through its most recent major hire, ex-Mercer global CIO Tim Gardener.

Coalition gives qualified support to reforms

JOHN MCDULING  |  FRIDAY, 17 DEC 2010
The Coalition isn't itching for a fight when it comes to the recently announced superannuation reforms, despite the Government's precarious grip on power under the hung parliament.

Movers and shakers of 2010

JOHN MCDULING  |  FRIDAY, 17 DEC 2010
Regulatory reforms, politics, and high profile M&A activity have dominated the financial services landscape of late - Financial Standard looks back at the stories that shook up the industry this year.

Zenith rates seven funds highly recommended

ELISE BURGESS  |  THURSDAY, 16 DEC 2010
Zenith Investment Partners rated seven out of 91 funds as "Highly Recommended" in its latest fixed income sector review.

Fees for alternatives under pressure

JOHN MCDULING  |  THURSDAY, 16 DEC 2010
Fees for private equity, hedge funds, infrastructure and real estate investments have all declined this year - and the timing couldn't be worse for alternatives as many funds struggle to assert their diversification credentials, post-GFC.

Aussies embrace US real estate

JOHN MCDULING  |  THURSDAY, 16 DEC 2010
After a tumultuous few years, US real estate could be set for gains next year, and Australia's largest super funds are becoming alert to the opportunities.