RBA cuts rates, but flags productivity woes as key drag on growth

A cautious rate cut signals the RBA will remain gradual in easing, with Australia’s productivity growth, or lack thereof, emerging as a concern for the central bank.

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AMP Super backs Atmos Renewables’ growth push

AMP Super has taken a strategic stake in Atmos Renewables, funding major battery and wind farm projects to boost Australia’s clean energy transition.

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Smart finance is the key to winning in the property investment surge

Australian property prices are rising again, presenting a compelling opportunity for investors. For the first time in four years, every Australian capital city recorded simultaneous quarterly price growth—fuelled by recent RBA rate cuts, ongoing housing shortages, and renewed investor appetite.

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RBA makes August cash rate call

The Reserve Bank has announced its latest rate decision, after last month’s surprise move fuelled strong market expectations of a cut.

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Reserve Bank expected to make unanimous cut

All nine RBA board members are expected to back a 25-basis-point interest rate cut amid easing inflation.

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Super funds kick off FY26 with solid gains

Data shows funds have had a smooth start to the new financial year following the turmoil of the initial tariff announcements.

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FSC warns against one-size-fits-all retirement policy

The Financial Services Council has welcomed new government consultations, but cautioned against broad approaches to retirement policy.

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Cbus Super boosts portfolio with Atmos Renewables stake

The fund is set to expand its renewable energy exposure by taking a stake in Atmos Renewables, enhancing long-term returns and diversification.

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ASFA pushes for payday super legislation ‘as soon as possible’

Young Australians and tradespeople have faced the greatest risk of super underpayment, with reforms promising to boost their retirement savings.

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Sequoia outlines complaint exposure from failed super funds

| By Miranda Brownlee |

Sequoia subsidiary InterPrac has received complaints relating to superannuation investments totalling $22 million following the failure of the Shield Master Fund and First Guardian Master Fund investment funds.

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