Cookie-cutter financial advice – lessons for advisers

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Introduction “Cookie-cutter” advice refers to generic, templated financial advice that is not tailored to an individual client’s circumstances. Because they are not personalised to a client’s ‘objectives, financial situation and... Read more continue reading

ASFA and JANA publish draft Guidance Note to strengthen Investment Management Operational Due Diligence ahead of CPS 230

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JANA and the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) have released a draft Guidance Note on Investment Management Operational Due Diligence for consultation with ASFA’s membership to help the... Read more continue reading

HESTA strengthens stance on gender diversity on release of new investment management survey results

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HESTA is continuing its commitment to progress 40:40 gender balance across its investment value chain* and will look to commit future capital to gender diverse investment teams. The focus comes... Read more continue reading

Is that adviser working for you?

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“Is that adviser working for you?” is a question that is being constantly thrown at consumers, and there is some merit in it. Which financial adviser is going to be... Read more continue reading

Acenda scoops ALUCA Life Insurance Excellence Awards

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Acenda has been recognised for its leadership in claims handling and underwriting, winning four awards at the Australian Life Underwriting and Claims Association (ALUCA) Life Insurance Excellence Awards in Sydney.... Read more continue reading

Ethics and the advice practice

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When last published, the FAAA’s Value of Advice Index[1] saw trust in financial advice at an all-time high, which reinforces the importance of ethical practice.  This article, proudly sponsored by... Read more continue reading

Is your approach to client risk profiling putting you at risk?

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Introduction The shockwaves that followed the announcement of ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs by Donald Trump brought an abrupt and unsettling end to a three-year bull market. Major global indices plummeted by... Read more continue reading

UniSuper wins Chant West Super Fund of the Year award and Aware Super wins Pension Fund of the Year

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UniSuper has been named Super Fund of the Year and Aware Super took out the title of Pension Fund of the Year at this year’s Chant West Awards. With a... Read more continue reading

Crisis communications: Sending virtual hugs

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ok… maybe it isn’t appropriate for professionals to actually send virtual hug memes.  But then, maybe it is.  It all depends on the relationship you have with the client doesn’t... Read more continue reading

Australian insurance industry hit hardest by talent deficit

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Attracting and retaining top performers has become an increasingly demanding exercise for Australian insurers according to Gallagher Bassett’s (GB) annual whitepaper: The Carrier Perspective: 2025 Claims Insights. GB’s research revealed... Read more continue reading