Investment Operations Conference
Australia dragging the chain on AI: AMP
The obstacles keeping local companies from taking advantage of this developing technology are bigger than limited government investment.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 20, 2019
Elizabeth Fry
Policy and Regulation
‘Unpaid super is still a blight’: ISA boss Dean
Recent legislation and the Hayne royal commission are just important first steps, Industry Super chief says.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 18, 2019
People Moves
Statewide Super name new boss
Statewide Super has found a replacement for its former CEO who unexpectedly quit earlier this year.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 15, 2019
Leadership
Long-serving HESTA executive Fowler to retire
HESTA executive, investment execution, Rob Fowler, will leave the industry fund in July, to be replaced by a new role.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 14, 2019
Industry Events
Consolidation ahead for super industry
As the pressure for tie-ups mounts, fund trustees must remember that best-interests duty extends to conduct and decisions in merger talks.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 14, 2019
Policy and Regulation
A kickstart for CIPRs: new rules for annuities
Expect Parliament to pass legislation making the means test more favourable for longevity products and speeds up development of CIPRs.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 12, 2019
Insurance
Industry questions insurance contracts streamline
The royal commission’s recommendation for an inquiry into group life cover sparks industry-wide debate.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 11, 2019
Investment Strategy
Future Fund hit by turbulent markets, still beats top super
Chief executive David Neal flags a selldown of illiquid assets to prepare for the challenging times ahead.
Elizabeth FryFebruary 11, 2019