ANZIIF reflects on 140 years of growth and achievement

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is proud to celebrate 140 years of operation in 2024. As the year draws to a close, we reflect... Read more continue reading

Statement from Sarah Abood, CEO of the FAAA, on advice fee consent

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“The FAAA remains focused on achieving efficiency improvements for members in the financial advice fee consent process. The current lack of standardisation has made it a very inefficient and frustrating... Read more continue reading

Weekly economic and market update – week ending 13 December, 2024

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Investment markets and key developments Global shares were mixed over the last week with a back up in bond yields and a bit of profit taking after a strong run... Read more continue reading

ASIC’s Moneysmart reveals how Aussies plan to spend this Christmas

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Consumers are being urged to avoid a post-Christmas spending hangover as new research from ASIC’s Moneysmart reveals Aussies will spend on average almost $800 each to fund gifts, holidays and... Read more continue reading

Third Link adds Eley Griffiths Mid Cap Australian Equities Fund broadening its investment portfolio

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The Third Link Growth Fund (the Fund) has appointed Eley Griffiths Group (EGG) and its Mid Cap Australian Equities Fund to its prestigious lineup of pro bono underlying fund investment... Read more continue reading

Enhancements to MyNorth Sustainable managed portfolios to lift sustainability footprint and diversification

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AMP has made several enhancements to its MyNorth Sustainable managed portfolios in line with our commitment to customers. As a core ESG principle, the portfolios invest in funds where managers... Read more continue reading

Warwick Schneller joins global index firm Scientific Beta as Head of Investment Solutions

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Warwick Schneller has joined Scientific Beta on 9 December 2024 as Head of Investment Solutions, Australia & New Zealand. In his new role, Mr Schneller will be a member of... Read more continue reading

Australia’s falling living standards – what’s driving it and how to fix it

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Key points Falling real wages and a surge in tax and interest payments have led to a slump in Australian living standards. But a broader driver of the malaise in... Read more continue reading

FAAA submission to the Senate Economics Reference Committee Inquiry

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The FAAA’s submission to the Senate Economics Reference Committee Inquiry into Wealth Management Companies is now live. It FAAA CEO, Sarah Abood says: “The FAAA Wealth Management Companies Inquiry submission... Read more continue reading

Record year for Australian Ethical Foundation as $1.7 million in grants power climate and community solutions

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The Australian Ethical Foundation has announced its largest annual donation, distributing $1.7 million in 2024 to address climate change, support vulnerable populations, and protect ecosystems. This record-breaking year brings its... Read more continue reading