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Financial Standard

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 8234 7500

Address: Level 7, 55 Clarence Street 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.financialstandard.com.au

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25.01.2022 A recent study shows a whopping 63% of retirees fear running out of money more than they fear death itself. Source: Allianz Retire+: Conquering client fears. Now available to watch on fsitv: http://bit.ly/2mHjyPf

25.01.2022 FS Aspire CPD is Financial Standard's dedicated CPD platform for financial advisers. 18.25 hours of Ethics and Professionalism accredited CPD content Easy administration capabilities Ongoing support and training from your client services team... Widest source of content from subject matter experts Access to FS TechZone, a technical resources library for advisers Contact us today to arrange a demonstration: www.financialstandard.com.au/conta/corporate_cpd/learn_more

24.01.2022 If all Australians were to receive financial advice and properly implement that advice, the economy would grow by $630 billion a year while Age Pension spending would go down by more than 20%, new research by CPA Australia and CoreData shows. Read more here: bit.ly/33hRcgp

24.01.2022 Our annual Advisers Big Day Out (ABDO) Investment Manager Roadshow is back this year, and it’s in less than a week away! ABDO gives you the chance to network with your peers and hear from Australia’s leading fund managers in a time effective manner. Gain insight into some of the latest topical issues and be kept up-to-date with the diverse range of investment opportunities, while EARNING CPD HOURS!... You can register here: bit.ly/39hrYmg

24.01.2022 #FSPower50 has opened for voting today. Only a little over 100 advisers are in the running. Check the list for your colleagues and clients & make sure to cast your vote before September 27. #finserv #financialadvice

23.01.2022 Investment bank and financial services powerhouse Credit Suisse has backed sustainability as the dominant investment theme of the coming decade, despite ongoing uproar around its investment in fossil fuels.

23.01.2022 Tonight is the night! At 6pm this evening Financial Standards virtual MAX Awards will go live. Tune into the event page to watch the 25th celebration of the most outstanding individuals and companies in marketing, advertising and sales throughout wealth management... When: 6:00pm Thursday 11 June Where: From the comfort of your office or home Link: bit.ly/3fdsxNI #FSmax

22.01.2022 Thank you all for the kind support of our new ESG title FS Sustainability. To explain what this means for you as an existing reader of Financial Standard, here is our executive director of media Michelle Baltazar and managing editor of FS Sustainability, Rachel Alembakis. To stay up to date on #ESG news, visit www.fssustainability.com.au and subscribe to the weekly newsletter.

22.01.2022 AMP has appointed a group whistleblowing officer as it pumps $100 million into its governance, risk and controls.

22.01.2022 Beset with stagnating assets and heavy-handed regulation, for many with skin in the game, are SMSFs still delivering on expectations? Read more about it in our Special Feature | Fit for purpose: bit.ly/3jqjpZr

22.01.2022 Despite the tumultuous market conditions brought about this year, Longlead Capital Partners believes Pan-Asia equities are set to deliver a strong performance in 2021. Read more here: bit.ly/2KoHYs2

21.01.2022 In a notice to the ASX, AMP said Lazard Asset Management has ceased being a substantial holder in the company. On June 30, Lazard sold more than 17 million shares in AMP worth over $29 million.

21.01.2022 A debate is raging about what the Financial Advice Standards and Ethics Authoritys Code of Ethics means for ESG investing and advising clients on ethical investment options, with FASEA chief executive Stephen Glenfield looking to clarify the issue.

20.01.2022 The final #FPACongress newsletter is out today. Top headlines from Day 3: AFCA reveals approach to Code of Ethics | Update on FASEA code guidance on the way | Planners heed SMSF risk warning | FASEA compliance has silver lining... Financial Standard is proud to be the official media partner to the FPA Congress for 2019. FPA - Financial Planning Association of Australia | #fpa | #financialplanning

20.01.2022 FASEA reveals October Exam results. FASEA has released the most recent exam statistics, which show 76% of advisers passed the October sitting. There were 625 advisers who sat the most recent exam. Read more here: bit.ly/33hUJvi... Congratulations to all candidates who passed the FASEA October exam!

19.01.2022 Weve just announced this years list of the 50 most influential advisers in Australia: the FS Power50. The FS Power50 has been published as a Guide in this edition of Financial Standard. You can also view the list on our website. #FSPower50

19.01.2022 Citing new Australian Bureau of Statistics unemployment figures, Senator Jane Hume said Australia has achieved the highest female participation rate in the workforce ever at 61.8%, up from February data's data of 61.4%. Read more about it here: https://www.financialstandard.com.au//women-participation-

19.01.2022 AMP's North platform saw $400 million less in inflows in the three months to March compared to the same time last year, as financial adviser activity fell. Read more about it here: https://www.financialstandard.com.au//inflows-slow-at-amp-

17.01.2022 A total of 493 advisers have left the industry in the past two months. In what has been another hurdle for the advice industry, COVID-19 has certainly made an impact. With financial adviser levels sitting at 2016 levels and financial advice demand so high amidst the COVID-19 havoc, how is the current challenge shaping the future of financial advice?

17.01.2022 No other asset class is part of the national identity. Gripped by cheap money and a slew of incentives, the fascination with property for a gamut of investors further deepens. Karren Vergara reports. Read more about our Special Feature here: http://bit.ly/3xroSWz

16.01.2022 Under the FASEA Code of Ethics the amount of money an individual has to invest can no longer be relied upon to determine whether they are a sophisticated investor or not.

16.01.2022 A former NAB financial adviser has been sentenced for withdrawing funds from the accounts of clients without their knowledge, but will avoid jail time.

16.01.2022 This year is not the time for investors to make bold, long-term calls, according to Principal Global Investors Bob Baur.

16.01.2022 As Challenger Limited's chief executive of funds management, Nick Hamilton is responsible for the $91 billion business that generates about 25% of the company's net profits - but it hasn't always been smooth sailing. Read more about Nick here: bit.ly/3dZ0sMd

16.01.2022 The demand for managed accounts has grown rapidly in Australia in the last few years alone, with advisers seeking to learn more about the scaleability benefits of utilising a managed accounts platform. The forum continues to comprehensively discuss the practical application and implementation of managed accounts in Australias financial planning environment.

14.01.2022 Philip Kingstons Sargon, which is home to advisers and a popular superannuation trustee service, has entered external administration.

14.01.2022 Philip Kingston's Sargon, which is home to advisers and a popular superannuation trustee service, has entered external administration.

14.01.2022 Tonight is the night! At 6pm this evening Financial Standard's virtual MAX Awards will go live. Tune into the event page to watch the 25th celebration of the most outstanding individuals and companies in marketing, advertising and sales throughout wealth management... When: 6:00pm Thursday 11 June Where: From the comfort of your office or home Link: bit.ly/3fdsxNI #FSmax

14.01.2022 Last night we announced the winners of the Investment Leadership Awards, recognising investment strategies that demonstrate outstanding performance while factoring in risk. We engaged Rainmaker Information to develop a quantitative methodology that equally weights performance factors (over a total period of six years) with five different risk measures. Were delighted to announce that, based on this methodology, Macquarie Investment Management was highlighted for a second y...ear running as the Investment Manager of the Year. Read the full article here: www.financialstandard.com.au//investment-manager-of-the-ye

13.01.2022 Great turn out for this years Jersey day in the Rainmaker Information office! #jerseydayau is all about raising awareness about organ donation & to help start the conversation with friends and family about signing up to the DonateLife network. Link to the Jersey day page with more information about organ donation: https://www.jerseyday.com.au/

13.01.2022 Rest, a $59 billion industry superannuation fund is shaking up its advice and employer units by internalising its general advice service and hiring several managerial positions to the employer division. Read more about it here: bit.ly/32VMcgL

13.01.2022 Click the below link to find out more and to subscribe: bit.ly/32OlQgU

12.01.2022 In handing down its judgment, the court said the churning conduct of one adviser in particular was "morally indefensible".

11.01.2022 The year that was... We have reviewed the quotable quotes from the rollercoaster year of 2019. Catch our review of the most read stories in financial advice and superannuation through the link in our bio

11.01.2022 Just over 100 advisers have been selected in the FS Power50 shortlist. Thank you to the hundreds of people who nominated in the process. Voting is now live, so you can vote for your peers to decide the most influential advisers in Australia for 2020. #FSPower50 #financialadvisers #influential

11.01.2022 We are excited to introduce our dedicated ESG title: FS Sustainability, formerly known as The Sustainability Report. Rachel Alembakis is continuing her role as the managing editor and expert on all #ESG matters across investment and corporate spheres. To stay updated with the latest #ESG news, visit www.fssustainability.com.au and subscribe to the weekly newsletter sent each Friday.

10.01.2022 Commonwealth Bank has rewarded shareholders with a generous dividend payout despite its latest results falling short of expectations. Read more about it here: bit.ly/2LFLgs6

10.01.2022 ASIC is calling time on the financial services industrys reliance on disclosure as the default consumer protection, saying it enables poor conduct and poor consumer outcomes.

10.01.2022 Financial Standard kick started 2021 with its first in-person event! Here is the highlights of our Chief Economists Forum in Sydney last week. Five leading chief economists and strategists provided their economic outlook for the next 12 months, with a key focus on the implications for Australia’s wealth management industry. We thank all our sponsors, chief economists, MC and attendees for making this event a successful one.... #FScef

09.01.2022 New Morningstar.com.au research has revealed the best and worst performing actively-managed global shares funds to June end.

09.01.2022 The third edition of the Good Investment Guide is now available for purchase: http://bit.ly/2Ghx55H

09.01.2022 Described as the 'end of an era', the Diploma of Financial Planning and Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning have been removed from the national regulator's register of vocational education and training by Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Read more about it here: bit.ly/36186BT

09.01.2022 The financial services sector has had the highest improvement on an ethics index despite still receiving the lowest score of all sectors, new research by Governance Institute of Australia shows. Read more here: bit.ly/39j92mV #financialgoals #financialservices #ethics

08.01.2022 Day 2 of the #FPACongress Newsletter is out! Top headlines: FASEA Exam Tips | FPA Award winners announced | Code of Ethics updates | How much a self-licensee spends on compliance... Financial Standard is proud to be the official media partner to the FPA Congress for 2019.

08.01.2022 New research points the finger at conflicted remuneration as one of the factors keeping women out of the financial advice industry.

08.01.2022 LGIAsuper has slashed its administration fees by a third. Members will pay less administration fees - from $1.50 per week or $78 per year to $1 week or $52 per year starting this month. Read more here: bit.ly/32PZgVr

06.01.2022 In politics, nothing is as bad as you think it is and nothing is as good as you think it is, Jane Hume says. Minister of Superannuation, Financial Services and the Digital Economy Jane Hume made a name for herself in financial services. Now, she is establishing herself as a political force to be reckoned with. Read more about Jane Hume's profile here: bit.ly/3jQhEom

06.01.2022 If youre wondering what to cook when the family comes around this holiday season, the latest issue of Financial Standard has you covered. Weve compiled some delicious meal ideas thanks to experts in financial services. Click the link in our bio for recipes... . . . #financialadvice #superannuation #cooking #holidayseason #financialstandard #happyholidays #delicious See more

06.01.2022 Highlights from Day 1 of the #FPACongress are now available! Congress attendees and subscribers to Financial Standard will receive highlights at 8am tomorrow and next Monday morning. Financial Standard is proud to be the official media partner to the FPA Congress for 2019.... FPA - Financial Planning Association of Australia | #fpa | #financialplanning

05.01.2022 The High Court has affirmed the Federal Court's 2019 decision that two Westpac subsidiaries provided unlicensed personal financial advice. Read more about it here: bit.ly/2YBEHJY

03.01.2022 If you’re wondering what to cook when the family comes around this holiday season, the latest issue of Financial Standard has you covered. We’ve compiled some delicious meal ideas thanks to experts in financial services. Click the link in our bio for recipes... . . . #financialadvice #superannuation #cooking #holidayseason #financialstandard #happyholidays #delicious See more

03.01.2022 Premiums on income protection can be up to 214% higher if a member is defaulted into a shorter waiting period, research presented at the Challenger Limited Financial Standard Technical Services Forum shows.

03.01.2022 To celebrate International Women’s Day, Financial Standard is donating 30% from all new subscription sales in March to the Indigenous Women's Financial Wellness initiative. Run by the First Nations Foundation, the initiative aims to increase the economic security of Indigenous women in Australia through education and networking programs. To learn more, please visit: bit.ly/3ccIRyk... #ChooseToChallenge

02.01.2022 ASIC chair James Shipton insists the regulator is concerned by the number of financial advisers leaving the industry and how COVID-19 could amplify the issue, as it is revealed almost 1000 have left since the pandemic hit.

02.01.2022 Do you know an individual or organisation who has excelled in the field of financial services marketing, advertising or sales? We will be recognising the best of the best with our MAX Awards in 2020. Winners will be announced on June 11. Take the opportunity to nominate today, itll only take 5 minutes bit.ly/3ai4rit ... #fsmax #maxawards #financialservices

02.01.2022 Financial advisers are increasingly bearish in their outlook for Aussie equities and uncertain about global equities - resulting in an uptick in outsourcing.

01.01.2022 Ares Management has backed out of its acquisition proposal with AMP saying its strategy for its Australia and New Zealand wealth management businesses is likely to be the optimal way forward. Read more about it here: bit.ly/3rHe82l