Emerging Markets equity – powering the AI revolution

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As Artificial Intelligence evolves, it has the potential to be transformational for Emerging Markets (EM) through the advancement of economic development, by disrupting industries and, in some cases, by leading... Read more continue reading

Global research highlights opportunities for Australia to improve financial literacy initiatives

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New research commissioned by Ecstra Foundation shows that many countries, including Australia, continue to grapple with how to improve financial literacy in the face of economic and social headwinds. The... Read more continue reading

Iress launches scholarship to increase women in tech

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Iress has announced a partnership with Academy XI to offer four full scholarships for women interested in building the skills required for a successful career in the technology industry. Academy... Read more continue reading

3 in 10 Gen Xers worry they’ll never retire, finds Natixis Investment Managers

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Next in line to retire, Generation X are worried about running short of money in retirement (48%), and 3 in 10 are concerned they’ll never have enough to retire, research... Read more continue reading

New research on what’s really happening in the back-offices of advice businesses

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Advice businesses that are enjoying more success, as defined by their Earnings before Interest and Tax (EBIT) margins and owner satisfaction, exhibit six critical characteristics, according to a new report... Read more continue reading

Xero unveils breakthrough tech behind Just Ask Xero to improve accuracy of accounting tasks

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Xero, the global small business platform, has unveiled at Xerocon London, groundbreaking technology underpinning its upcoming AI-powered smart business companion Just Ask Xero (JAX). The proprietary technology helps ensure greater... Read more continue reading

How to take the “R” out of FREE advice

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Traditionally the financial services sector has been almost entirely remunerated via commission, and many advisers are still grappling with the basic question of how to make the transition – even... Read more continue reading

Business culture and ethics

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A strong business culture is one of the identified attributes of ethical businesses. This article, proudly sponsored by GSFM, investigates the interrelationships between business culture and ethics. The symbiotic relationship... Read more continue reading

HESTA members increasingly using digital technology for retirement planning

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Women are increasingly using digital tools to help plan for their financial futures with industry fund HESTA reporting more than 300,000 of its members, 80 per cent of whom are... Read more continue reading

The conflicting priorities facing retirees and the never-leave-home generations

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New AMP research has found 4 in 5 Australians aged 65 and over believe their children face similar or harder financial challenges than they did growing up, amid rising housing... Read more continue reading