Analysis
Conspiracy theories distract from the real issues
The crazy ideas some in the industry are bandying about to explain the incoming education standards aren’t just annoying, they do real damage.
Simon HoyleJanuary 25, 2018
Analysis
Analysis
FASEA board must enable Sanders
The Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority made an excellent choice in naming Deen Sanders its chief executive. Supporting him will make a big difference.
Simon HoyleJanuary 19, 2018
Analysis
Time to start cracking that code of ethics
Now that FASEA has issued some guidance on educational standards, industry stakeholders can turn their attention to worrying about how ethics reforms will be implemented.
Simon HoyleDecember 22, 2017
Analysis
Don’t rush Paul McCartneys of financial advice off the stage
One great dilemma the industry faces as it prepares for new standards is how to lift its game without losing the collective wisdom and experience of veteran advisers.
Simon HoyleDecember 18, 2017
Analysis
An experienced hand reaches out to offer more
Ash McAuliffe’s 17 years in financial planning have led him to do more than just reflect on why more people don’t seek advice. He’s launched a holistic firm to address the problem.
Johanna RobertsDecember 12, 2017
Analysis
FASEA will get there sooner by taking its time
Stakeholders across the industry are understandably impatient for details on the reforms that will affect them. But FASEA needs to be given the time to do things right.
Simon HoyleDecember 8, 2017
Analysis
A client who makes the case for a royal commission
If you’re seeking evidence that another hard look at the financial services industry is necessary, Max Newnham has a Statement of Advice that’s Exhibit A.
Max NewnhamDecember 6, 2017
Analysis
Reflection: The disturbing question of licensing’s legitimacy
Angelique McInnes and Abdullahi D. Ahmed raised issues about licensing before, but their latest work is much more harsh in its critique, calling the regime 'illegitimate'.
Simon HoyleNovember 17, 2017