AMP responds to Future of Financial Advice reforms

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AMP has announced its support of the Government’s intention to introduce a fiduciary-like obligation on all financial planners and advisers across the industry, requiring them to put their clients’ interests first. x

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FPA to examine fine detail of FoFA reform package

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Consumers, professionals deserve absolute clarity on full impact of Future of Financial Advice (FoFA) reforms X The Financial Planning Association (FPA) says a detailed examination of the Future of Financial

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Risking Everything: AFA Calls on Minister Shorten to Do the Maths

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New consumer research reveals tampering with life insurance commissions could mean consumers risk everything Initial findings from Risking Everything – the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA)’s third tranche of research

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Are domestic Covered Bonds the solution for banks and investors?

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While Covered Bonds may offer an appealing funding option for banks and give investors alternatives, there are risks entailed, according to Tyndall’s latest research White Paper, “Are Covered Bonds the

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Triple digit oil prices are here to stay – energy sector to benefit

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Aii Energy ETF includes all key energy stocks listed on ASX; saves investors time and energy trying to pick winners Provides investors with the ability to take a macro approach

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A five point plan for viable super fund advice services

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Leading member fund shares critical learnings for super industry Australian financial technology firm decimal has encouraged all superannuation fund trustees to think hard about where and how their time, effort

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Russell Consulting expands in Asia-Pacific with new appointments

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Russell Consulting has appointed Frank Russo as senior consultant in Australia and Trevor Persaud as new practice leader for consulting and advisory services in ASEAN, India, Hong Kong and Taiwan, further strengthening its presence

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Junji Okabayashi joins Threadneedle as senior advisor, based in Singapore

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Leading international asset manager Threadneedle has appointed Junji Okabayashi as Senior Advisor, based in its Singapore office. Mr Okabayashi joins the growing Threadneedle team under Asia Pacific Chairman Raymundo Yu,

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Vanguard builds on ETF base with the upcoming launch of three new funds

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Vanguard announced its intention to launch three new Australian Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) which will all track segments of the Australian share market. The new funds will include Australian small

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AustralianSuper announces resignation of Bernie Fraser from Board

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Fund well positioned to continue delivering for members. AustralianSuper has today announced Independent Director Bernie Fraser will be stepping down from the AustralianSuper Trustee Board. x Mr Fraser has been

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