Insignia acquisition race yet to be decided, says Morningstar

Morningstar believes there is still further to run with the potential takeover of Insignia Financial even with original bidder Bain Capital walking away.

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Legacy systems holding super back, say Wipro and TPT

Australia’s $4 trillion superannuation industry is at a critical digital crossroads, with outdated systems threatening funds’ ability to keep up with rising member expectations and increasing regulatory demands.

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New data reinforces solid April for funds

Data from Chant West reinforced on Friday that super funds finished April in positive territory despite ‘Liberation Day’-driven market turmoil.

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AI disruption and retirement income pressures top agenda at super leaders event

Australia’s superannuation leaders gathered in Melbourne on Thursday for a closed-door forum tackling the escalating impact of artificial intelligence and shifting retirement income models on the sector.

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SMC defends private markets exposure, calls for ‘balanced review’

As ASIC looks to crack down on private markets, the Super Members Council is calling for a “balanced review” of both its opportunities and risks.

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Chalmers doubles down on $3m super tax

The Treasurer has shown no signs of wavering on the construction of the controversial tax, while Liberal senator Jane Hume has urged the new economics team to “speak sense” to Jim Chalmers.

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Investor caution eases as recession concerns abate, BofA says

Global investor sentiment brightened in May, according to Bank of America’s latest Global Fund Manager Survey, as concerns about a sharp economic downturn gave way to a more optimistic outlook for a “soft landing”.

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PE bidder exits Insignia acquisition battle

Insignia Financial has announced the status of the two private equity bidders as due diligence comes to an end.

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Future Fund unveils dual-executive appointment

The country’s sovereign wealth fund has unveiled a flurry of changes to its leadership team, including the appointment of a key executive role.

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Vision Super denies ‘non-Australian accent’ is part of security policy

| By Keith Ford |

Following allegations by an adviser that Vision Super refused to work with his offshore assistant due their “non-Australian” accent, the fund has defended its position, which, it said, adheres with the law.

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