Five reasons to expect the $A to rise – providing recession is avoided

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Key points Since its February 2021 high of nearly $US0.80 the $A has fallen on the back of worries about the global growth outlook, worries about China, the strong $US... Read more continue reading

Australia’s life insurers welcome consultation on the use of genetic test results

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The life insurance industry welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement of a consultation paper to seek community feedback on the use of genetic test results by insurers. The Council of Australian... Read more continue reading

Cor Capital hires Mark De Wan for phase two launch

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Cor Capital has hired distribution expert Mark De Wan as Head of Sales and Marketing as it takes the Cor Capital Fund to the intermediary advice market. Mark De Wan... Read more continue reading

Financial complaints by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples up 13%

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There has been a significant increase in the number of complaints made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Australia’s financial dispute resolution scheme. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority... Read more continue reading

AFCA welcomes banks’ scams accord

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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has welcomed the announcement of a scams prevention accord by Australian banks. “We have been calling for stronger action and for a consistent approach... Read more continue reading

iExtend appoints industry expert to Advisory Board

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iExtend is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Goss to the iExtend Advisory Board, adding further depth and experience to the existing Board as iExtend continues to consider future... Read more continue reading

TAL campaign shows the value of life insurance Whatever Life Holds

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Leading Australian life insurer, TAL, has launched a new brand campaign, ‘Whatever Life Holds’, portraying the defining moments – the highlights and the challenges – experienced by Australians throughout life.... Read more continue reading

Duncan Hodnett joins Epsilon Direct Lending to head distribution as investor focus on Australian direct lending ramps up

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Specialist Australian middle-market corporate direct lending fund manager, Epsilon Direct Lending, has announced the appointment of Duncan Hodnett as Head of Investor Relations and Distribution. A well-regarded senior industry professional, Hodnett... Read more continue reading

RIAA announces appointment of Co-CEOs to lead the organisation’s next chapter

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) is pleased to unveil the appointment of Co-CEOs, Estelle Parker and Dean Hegarty to take up the leadership of the organisation, marking an important... Read more continue reading

MLC Life Insurance expands support for advisers with senior hires

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MLC Life Insurance has bolstered the strength and experience of its Northern Region Retail Distribution team with the appointment of three experienced business development managers, who will be instrumental in... Read more continue reading