Westpac names new CEO – Anthony Miller

Westpac names new CEO – Anthony Miller

Westpac has announced its new chief executive succeeding Peter king. It is Anthony Miller who is currently Business and Wealth head.
Australia’s ‘private sector recession’

Australia’s ‘private sector recession’

The Australian private sector is in recession with only Government spending keeping the CPI data in positive territory says Franklin Templeton.
Aussie ETF market breaks new record, as investors go global

Aussie ETF market breaks new record, as investors go global

Australia’s ETF market delivered “its strongest start ever” this year, with net flows set to exceed the highwater mark of 2021, according to Global X
Man on mountaintop holds target

Vital Business Partners takes minority stake in Ensombl

Yasmine Raso 11 September 2024 No Comments

The Philippines-based outsourcing company, Vital Business Partners has secured a minority equity stake in content and digital platform, Ensombl.

ASX delisting

ASX de-listings outpacing new entrants

Patrick Buncsi 10 September 2024 No Comments

More than 60 companies have been delisted from the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) so far this year, with only 13 new listings confirmed for 2024

Two gold cogs with regulatory and compliance written on them for ASIC

Former Reiwa-Capital director sentenced for funds mishandling

Yasmine Raso 10 September 2024 No Comments

The former director of Reiwa-Capital will serve a prison sentence through an ICO for dishonest conduct and mishandling of investor funds.

Military technology

Aussie investors to get first-ever defence industry ETF

Patrick Buncsi 10 September 2024 No Comments

VanEck is set to launch Australia’s first global defence ETF (DFND), offering investors exposure to leading global defence contractors.

Successful passage of climate disclosure bill

FSC welcomes passing of ‘landmark’ climate disclosure laws

Patrick Buncsi 10 September 2024 No Comments

The Financial Services Council (FSC) has welcomed the successful passage of the Government’s climate disclosure bill through Parliament today.

Market retreat

Bigtechs lose half a trillion dollars in a week

Patrick Buncsi 9 September 2024 No Comments

The seemingly “unstoppable” surge of bigtech stocks Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta in recent years has hit its inevitable wall.

Dan Elliot

Zurich risk arm opens dedicated cyber division, appoints cyber chief

Patrick Buncsi 9 September 2024 No Comments

Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) announced the launch of a dedicated cyber risk division for its Australian business.


INDUSTRY NEWS

Quoting in the MLC Life Insurance Adviser Portal is now easier and faster than ever 

Financial Newswire Contributor 30 August 2024

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Discover how to get a quote quicker than a cup of coffee. 

Gold For Australian Investors: A Portfolio Diversifier With Staying Power

Financial Newswire Contributor 30 August 2024

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In our latest Whitepaper, we outline the primary benefits and drawbacks gold may offer portfolios relative to other major asset classes over the long

Does the top 100 still offer fertile hunting grounds for a geared share strategy?

Financial Newswire Contributor 30 August 2024

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The ASX100 is a ripe hunting ground for investors looking to gain access to Australia’s largest and most influential companies across a diverse range

Fast. Efficient. Fair.

Financial Newswire Contributor 14 August 2024

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MLC Life Insurance’s Fast Track Claims team exceeds the industry standard for short-duration claims.


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Market retreat

Bigtechs lose half a trillion dollars in a week

Patrick Buncsi | 9 September 2024The seemingly “unstoppable” surge of bigtech stocks Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta in recent years has hit its inevitable wall.
Dan Elliot

Zurich risk arm opens dedicated cyber division, appoints cyber chief

Patrick Buncsi | 9 September 2024Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) announced the launch of a dedicated cyber risk division for its Australian business.
Finger Pointing

ACTU calls out banks, insurers after posting ‘skyrocketing’ profits

Yasmine Raso | 6 September 2024The ACTU has urged Australian banks and insurers to reduce their prices after posting significantly high profits this latest earnings season.
Super gender gap

‘Attitudinal change’ necessary to achieve financial equality: Financy

Yasmine Raso | 6 September 2024The latest Financy Women's Index has confirmed "outdated gender norms" continue to hamper progress on gender financial equality.
Recession fears

Australia’s ‘private sector recession’

Mike Taylor | 5 September 2024The Australian private sector is in recession with only Government spending keeping the CPI data in positive territory says Franklin Templeton.
ASIC cancels AFS licence

ASIC cancels licence of yet another CFD issuer

Patrick Buncsi | 5 September 2024ASIC is continuing its ongoing crackdown on suspect over-the-counter (OTC) derivative providers, cancelling the licence of FXOpen AU.
Gold prices

Pick the right side of gold and win big: Maple-Brown Abbott

Yasmine Raso | 4 September 2024Opportunities have abounded for investors in the 'right' areas of gold, according to Maple-Brown Abbott, with M&A activity also on the rise.
China flag and graph

China’s shift to self-reliance forces investors to readjust: Amundi

Yasmine Raso | 4 September 2024Investors are being urged to consider the "predominant forces" shaping China's investment and policy landscape when it comes to their portfolios.