Articles by Tharshini Ashokan

ASIC, Financial Planning

ASIC to sharply hike adviser levies

ASIC adviser levies

ASIC has called for feedback on changes to its industry-based funding as it proposes a substantial increase in levies for financial advisers.

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ETFs

BetaShares unveils currency-hedged ETF

BetaShares currency-hedged ETFs

BetaShares is launching currency-hedged versions of three of its international exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in response to recent market movements.

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ATO, Superannuation, Tax

SMSFA surveys members on ASIC relief impact

SMSF Association ASIC relief

The SMSF Association has asked its members for feedback on relief measures provided by ASIC in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Financial Planning

FPA reassures advisers over AFSL proposal

FPA AFSL proposal

The FPA has clarified its recommendation to dismantle the AFSL system for advisers and replace it with individual registration.

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FASEA

FASEA approves historical coursework

FASEA historical coursework

FASEA has approved additional coursework, previously offered by a major university, as meeting its education standards

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Financial Planning, Regulation

FPA wants AFSL system dumped

FPA AFSL system

The AFSL system for financial planners should be replaced by a new framework focusing on individual registration through a single disciplinary body, the FPA says.

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Documentation

Conflicts clause no quick fix

conflict interest trust deed

Conflict of interest clauses will not absolve SMSF trustees of their best interest duties, a legal firm has claimed.

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Superannuation

Early release widening gender super gap

early release gender gap

Analysis of early release super applications shows the relief measure is having a heavier impact on the superannuation balances of women than those of men.

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Financial Planning

FPA unveils changes to strategy, structure

FPA strategy structure

The FPA has revealed a new strategic direction and changes to its team structure as part of an effort to better reflect the financial advice industry.

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ETFs

ETFs thrive despite COVID-19

ETFs COVID-19

ETF performance continues to reflect a high level of investor confidence in the sector despite market volatility, a recent report reveals.

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