Insignia Financial appoints super & risk executives
Insignia Financial has appointed Anvij Saxena as chief risk officer, while Mark Oliver has been appointed head of super.
May 18, 2023
Anomaly enabling banned advisers to avoid public shaming
Due to a legal loophole, the public may not find out some financial advisers have been slapped with a ban. This could have potential consequences for consumers seeking a financial adviser or for buyers doing due diligence of a practice.
May 17, 2023
‘The ultimate member experience’: HostPlus sets ambitious goal
There has never been more public scrutiny on super funds to improve key member experience metrics such as retirement products, investment options, and advice. HostPlus member experience lead Paul Watson discusses how the fund is responding to this challenge.
May 17, 2023
Tyndall AM launches investment fund
Tyndall Asset Management has launched the Australian Small Companies Fund, which invests in a diversified portfolio of approximately 25-70 Australian small-cap companies that Tyndall AM believes are undervalued.
May 17, 2023
ACSI releases voting system to promote gender balance on boards
The Australian Council of Superannuation Investors has released a new voting policy to promote gender balance in Australia’s listed company boardrooms.
May 17, 2023
Govt announces anti-scams centre
The federal government has announced the establishment of a cutting‑edge National Anti‑Scams Centre (NASC) as part of an $86.5 million package.
May 17, 2023
TAL launches Insurance Academy for super fund partners
Life insurer TAL has launched the TAL Insurance Academy, a learning and development platform that provides its superannuation fund partners with access to on-demand education and training.
May 17, 2023
Foresters Financial adds veteran super CIO
Financial services company Foresters Financial has appointed Michael McQueen as chief investment officer.
May 17, 2023
‘Less serious’ misconduct will draw FSCP hearing
Matters of less serious misconduct may still require a hearing in front of the Financial Services and Credit Panel, according to ASIC.
May 16, 2023
Hostplus surges to $100 billion in FUM
Hostplus has passed $100 billion in funds under management, which has been driven by mergers and strong member growth in its personal division.
May 16, 2023
Mirova & Robeco lead initiative to develop global database of avoided emissions factors
Asset management company Mirova, international asset manager Robeco, and a group of 11 financial players have launched a call for expressions of interest to develop a global database of avoided emissions factors and associated company-level avoided emissions.
May 16, 2023
