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08 May 2013 • By Katarina Taurian • 1 min read

Government brings forward super change legislation

The government has released for consultation an exposure draft of its proposed changes to superannuation announced last month. The draft will bring ...

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ASFA objects to SuperStream timeframe

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has objected to the short notice given to industry to respond to SuperStream changes, ...

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SFG still focused on accounting convergence

SFG Australia has indicated its decision to withdraw its proposal to merge with WHK Group does not reflect a change in its position on the convergence ...

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The Trust Company agrees to Perpetual acquisition

The Trust Company (TRU) has agreed to a “compelling” acquisition by Perpetual, after receiving a higher price per share offer than that put forth by ...

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Avoid ‘pure’ wealth management firms, says Arnhem IM

The fragmentation and ‘disintermediation’ of the Australian wealth management industry make it a sector that is “best avoided”, according to Arnhem ...

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‘Tidal change’ will benefit active managers

The big temptation at the moment is to buy low volatility stocks or ‘go passive’ – but conservative investors could soon be rueing their decision

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MySuper will pose ‘considerable difficulty’ on implementation

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has expressed concern over the difficulties super funds will face in implementing MySuper ...

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ASIC urges licensee recruitment review

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has urged financial services licensees to review their recruitment processes, particularly ...

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Milestone for Significant Investor Visa program

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship has granted the first Significant Investor Visa (SIV), signalling opportunities for managed funds and ...

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APRA tackles Basel III liquidity concerns

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has made changes to draft regulations that would implement some of the Basel III liquidity ...

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