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31 May 2022 • By Neil Griffiths • 1 min read

Crypto market slammed as 'volatile, complex and high-risk'

A consumer group has released new data into crypto-assets. CHOICE has called on the federal government to introduce stronger protections for ...

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Firms to pay same or less fees under new AFCA funding model

The financial services ombudsman has finalised its new funding model following industry consultation. Most financial firms will pay the same or ...

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RBA review must be led by foreign expert, economists urge

A group of economists have written to Treasurer Chalmers demanding that a review of the RBA be headed by someone from outside the country

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SEC ups disclosure for ESG-related funds, advisers

The SEC has proposed to enhance disclosures by certain investment advisers and investment companies about ESG practices. The US Securities and ...

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RIAA and TNFD partnership aims to lower nature-related risks

The Responsible Investment Association of Australasia (RIAA) has partnered with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) to unite ...

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Fitch warns Labor's boost to wages will add to price pressure

Fitch has maintained its robust economic outlook of Australia’s economy despite inflation-related risks including its plan to boost minimum wages

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Investors warned of green bond scams

An ESG analyst has called on financial advisers and investors to be careful when dealing with green bond investment opportunities, following a warning ...

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Coalition details policy costings

The Coalition plans to raise over $2 billion by lifting the efficiency dividend to 2 per cent. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has detailed the ...

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RBA says it considered a 40 bp hike in May

The RBA considered a 40-basis point rate hike at its May meeting. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) considered three options for the size of the ...

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Labour costs to drive inflation to 6% peak

The RBA expects higher labour costs in response to a tight labour market to become the primary driver of inflation. The Reserve Bank of Australia ...

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