Why 2024 is the year of digital advice traction

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The promise of digital advice tools to address the supply/demand inequity is no longer a dream but a very present reality, writes Shaun Green.

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Super performance sees recovery ahead of Christmas

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Superannuation funds have bounced back after three months of losses, with November seeing strong returns into the holiday period.

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Licensees deride ‘crazy talk’ in qualified adviser name

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Two of Australia’s largest licensees believe the removal of the safe harbour steps will have the greatest impact on advisers, but believe a new name is needed for the proposed “qualified advisers”.

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Lifespan looks to micro-AFSLs for business growth

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With the growth in micro-AFSLs and self-licensing, Lifespan chief executive Eugene Ardino is looking to double the number of AFSLs it services through its Lifespan Partnership.

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The top fears of insto investors in 2024

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Natixis Investment Managers has revealed the biggest economic threats to Australian institutional investors next year, with 45 per cent describing recession as “inevitable” in 2024.

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Dexus completes global CEO search

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Dexus has promoted its chief investment officer to become its next CEO, following the expected departure of Darren Steinberg in March 2024.

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Platinum appoints new CEO

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Platinum Asset Management has confirmed the new successor for co-founder Andrew Clifford to work as chief executive and managing director.

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ANZ penalised in landmark continuous disclosure regime verdict

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The Federal Court has penalised ANZ over its breach of continuous disclosure obligations and has warned other institutions could face a penalty as high as $780 million if the activity occurs nowadays.

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Will government be able to pass QAR in 2024?

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Doubt has been cast on whether Minister for Financial Services, Stephen Jones, will be able to progress the Delivering Better Financial Outcomes reforms within a year.

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NGS Super rapped by APRA over cyber deficiencies

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APRA has imposed additional licence restrictions on NGS Super, which suffered a cyber attack earlier this year.

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