AFCA complaints surpass 100k in 2023
AFCA’s chief ombudsman David Locke has stated the magnitude of complaints received by the body is growing at an “unsustainable rate” and urged companies to improve their internal resolution processes.
AFCA’s chief ombudsman David Locke has stated the magnitude of complaints received by the body is growing at an “unsustainable rate” and urged companies to improve their internal resolution processes.
The estimated sum for the initial Compensation Scheme of Last Resort levy has been calculated, with the regime expected to start receiving claims in April.
A former BT executive is set to head up the association’s marketing and communications team towards raising awareness around financial advice and the CFP designation.
Investors are entering 2024 with high weightings to cash but allocations are starting to fall in favour of equities as the RBA opts to hold rates.
In its latest update, the global investment boutique has reported quarterly net inflows of US$1.8 billion, driving its funds under management as at the end of 2023 to record highs.
Magellan has shared its average funds under management for the second half of 2023 as it reports a second month of rising assets thanks to improved institutional flows.
SuperRatings has revealed the estimated annual performance of balanced superannuation funds for 2023, welcoming the “strong return to form” after losses in the previous year.
Clime Investment Management has entered into negotiations about a strategic business alliance with listed investment house Teaminvest Private Group in a move to return the firm to profitability.
With artificial intelligence garnering significant investor interest and inflows over the last year, fund managers are bracing for the many opportunities and risks stemming from these investments.
According to two investment professionals, investors are bracing for a US recession in 2024’s first quarter, alongside a potential Trump presidency by November, as likely outcomes in the coming year.