Tensions hinder progress in financial services: Research
Persistent tensions between legal/compliance and marketing teams are hampering progress in the financial services sector, according to a survey from compliance software producer Red Marker.
September 19, 2023
ISA, AIST merged association announces name change
The merged Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees and Industry Super Australia will be named the Super Members Council of Australia.
September 19, 2023
Scientific Beta advocates 7pc decarbonisation push
Investment service Scientific Beta is advocating the seven per cent decarbonisation commitment and divestment pressure on large emitters to meet the emission goals for 2050.
September 19, 2023
CFA Institute launches private markets and alternatives certificate
The CFA Institute has launched a private markets and alternative investments certificate.
September 18, 2023
PGIM, Point Capital expand Australian rental portfolio
PGIM Real Estate and Point Capital have already purchased two properties since entering a joint venture to develop a portfolio of residential properties for rent in Australia.
September 18, 2023
ClearView appoints chief of staff
Life insurance company ClearView Wealth has appointed Sharon Leong as chief of staff.
September 18, 2023
Almost three-quarters pass August adviser exam
Almost three-quarters of candidates sitting the August adviser have passed, according to results from ASIC.
September 15, 2023
ASFA, ISA welcome passage of housing fund legislation
The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia and Industry Super Australia have welcomed the passage of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) legislation, with the support of the Greens and crossbench senators and members.
September 14, 2023
Aware Super launches adviser portal
Industry fund Aware Super has launched its client portal to help independent financial advisers (IFAs) interact with the fund.
September 14, 2023
AMP, BT heads join FSC board
The Financial Services Council has appointed AMP chief executive Alexis George and BT Financial Group CEO Matt Rady to its board.
September 14, 2023
Rising costs worry most older Australians: Challenger research
A majority of older Australians are increasingly worried about the rising cost of living, which is negatively impacting their lifestyle and overall well-being, according to a recent study by National Seniors Australia and Challenger.
September 14, 2023
Australians retiring later than global peers: Natixis data
Australia and other developed countries have experienced improved retirement security for the first time in a decade, but Australians are retiring later, according to the Natixis Investment Managers’ Global Retirement Index.
September 14, 2023
