CPD: Why tailored retirement income strategies matter for advisers

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More than one hundred thousand Australians retire each year[1], creating an array of scenarios to which financial advisers must match retirement income strategies (RIS). Effectively catering to each of these... Read more continue reading

Fidelity International research: Majority of Australians concerned about implications of inheritance

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With $3.5 trillion dollars expected to transfer between generations in the next 20 years as part of the great wealth transfer, many Australians expect to receive some form of inheritance... Read more continue reading

CPD: Risk and retirement

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Australian retirees face both controllable and uncontrollable risks that can impact their retirement savings. This article from Allianz Retire+ explores these risks and the potential financial and emotional impacts on... Read more continue reading

Overcoming barriers to retirement savings: behavioural factors and existing schemes

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Individuals face difficulties in making savings decisions due to the complexity of determining savings amounts and how to allocate assets, compounded by behavioural issues like ‘present bias’ and procrastination. Many... Read more continue reading

Women increasingly aware of importance of financial well-being but confidence continues to lag

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Women are increasingly aware of the importance of managing their financial wellbeing and taking steps to take control of their finances.  However, they continue to have less confidence in their... Read more continue reading

Financial advisers explore innovative philanthropic avenues to deepen client relationships 

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As responsible investing and philanthropy gain traction among investors, financial advisers are increasingly integrating social impact strategies into their wealth management services to deepen trust and engagement with clients. “Philanthropy... Read more continue reading

Prepare now: five financial steps to weather any disaster

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As temperatures rise, Australians are bracing for potential disasters – from bushfires in the south to cyclones in the north. While most preparations focus on ensuring personal safety and protecting... Read more continue reading

Arca welcomes Parliamentary report on financial abuse and calls for greater industry collaboration

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The industry association says there is an opportunity to uplift industry practice, and drive greater consistency in how financial institutions engage with individuals who suffer financial abuse. Arca, the peak... Read more continue reading

Australian investors benefit from adviser use of model portfolios, State Street Global Advisors new research reveals

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State Street Global Advisors, the asset management business of State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT), today released the results of its Model Portfolios: Adaptive Solutions for Advisory Growth research, revealing investor awareness and... Read more continue reading

Cost of living pressures reveal different investment attitudes between generations

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The higher cost of living is hitting many Australians hard but how they are reacting to it varies widely depending on their generational cohort, according to a new report by... Read more continue reading