Financial Services News Wrap

Financial Services News Wrap

Financial Services News Wrap, hosted by Paige Estritori, is your definitive source for the latest and most significant news in the Australian Financial Services sector. We meticulously search for important news to bring you updates in insurance, mortgages and loans, superannuation, and money management, including budgeting and financial planning. With a keen focus on the developments from the past week, our podcast selects news items that resonate most with Australian business and personal consumers. After conducting in-depth research, we craft original articles on each chosen news story, summarizing the crucial information into a concise, engaging podcast. Whether you are a professional navigating the financial services industry or a personal consumer seeking to stay informed, Financial Services News Wrap offers the insights you need to stay ahead in the fast-moving world of finance.

Episodes

Sun, 29th Jun 2025

June 28, 2025
In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, we discuss the shift in Australian investment strategies amidst economic instability, with a majority planning to increase their actively managed investments. Regulatory body, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), has been clarifying the classification criteria for self-managed super funds, establishing a need for advisers to understand regulatory details an...
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Sat, 28th Jun 2025

June 27, 2025
In this Daily Financial Services News Wrap, we discuss key industry shifts. The 2025 Global Investor Insights Survey by Schroders showed a growing preference for active investment strategies, with 80% of global investors intending to increase their actively managed investments. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) aims to clarify classifications of self-managed super funds (SMSFs). Western Australia's Treasurer, Rit...
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Fri, 27th Jun 2025

June 26, 2025
In this episode, Paige Estritori dives into the latest in Australian financial news. She reports on the 2025 Global Investor Insights Survey indicating an international trend towards active investing. The survey shows 80% of respondents globally, managing US$67 trillion, are planning to expand their active management strategies. Similarly, Australian wealth managers are also gravitating towards this strategy. Estritori also discuss...
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Thu, 26th Jun 2025

June 25, 2025
In this podcast, Paige Estritori highlights key points in Australia's financial landscape. The Australian ETF market is growing, expected to hit $300 billion AUM by year-end. Investors are shifting from high-cost active funds to affordable, diverse ETFs. With the fiscal year-end looming, superannuation contributors, particularly high earners, should time their contributions to qualify for current year tax credits. Couples can poten...
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Wed, 25th Jun 2025

June 24, 2025
In this podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses key financial events set for Australia. The Australian Exchange Traded Fund market is expected to surpass $300 billion in assets by the end of 2025, showing a clear move towards cost-effective investment strategies. However, the rise in ETFs is putting pressure on high-cost active funds. As the fiscal year wraps up, she also advises on superannuation contribu...
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Tue, 24th Jun 2025

June 23, 2025
In this podcast, host Paige Estritori discusses several key issues influencing global and Australian financial markets. The escalating Israel-Iran conflict, and potential U.S. military involvement, has the global financial markets uneasy, resulting in a significant rise in oil prices and a shift towards secure assets. Attention is also given to concerns about inflation following recent U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facil...
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Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

June 22, 2025
On this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, we discuss proposed superannuation tax policy revisions anticipated to affect around 80,000 Australians, highlighting the debate over its potential to obstruct inter-generational wealth transfer. In global news, President Trumps reconsideration of his decision to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is examined in the light of potential implications on domestic and g...
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Sun, 22nd Jun 2025

June 21, 2025
In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key issues impacting the financial landscape in Australia. A proposed superannuation tax reform, targeting the unrealized capital gains of balances over $3 million, is causing concern for wealthy retirees, with debates ongoing. In international news, President Trump is reconsidering his decision to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell due to...
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Sat, 21st Jun 2025

June 20, 2025
In this episode of Financial Services Online, we cover key updates in Australian finance, including a significant boost in retirement savings expected due to changes in the Superannuation Guarantee. Despite gains, we highlight the need for better understanding of superannuation rates among Australians. We also discuss new APRA regulations that give lenders more flexibility in considering Higher Education Loan Program debts in home ...
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Fri, 20th Jun 2025

June 19, 2025
In this episode of the daily Financial Services News Wrap, we discuss the booming Perth property market, with a forecasted 5% annual increase in house prices and a 6% rise projected for units. Attention turns towards the call for reform in superannuation, specifically for foreign workers from Pacific nations and Timor-Leste facing difficulties due to language and technology barriers. We delve into the shift in global banking scene,...
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Thu, 19th Jun 2025

June 18, 2025
On this episode of the Daily Financial Services News, Paige Estritori discusses the prospective boom in Perth's property market due to demand surge, with house prices potentially seeing an annual boost of around $50,000, and units experiencing about a 6% increase. She also covers the push for reform to simplify access to superannuation for foreign workers under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme, which could strengthen ti...
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Wed, 18th Jun 2025

June 17, 2025
In this episode, Paige Estritori dissects Australias private credit landscape, noting the resurgence due to regulatory changes and low-interest rates. However, the landscape grapples with challenges such as inflation-induced cash rate hikes and risks of opacity, illiquidity, and leverage. She highlights the need for transparency in regulations for continued growth. The podcast also covers cybersecurity advancements in superannuatio...
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Tue, 17th Jun 2025

June 16, 2025
In today's Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses various happenings in Australias financial sector. A dispute involving the Australian Financial Complaints Authority and a policyholder highlights the need for better understanding of insurance policy terms. Acenda, a highly respected life insurer, won four awards at the recent ALUCA Life Insurance Excellence Awards, showcasing their exceptional customer servi...
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Sun, 15th Jun 2025

June 14, 2025
In this episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key financial updates in Australia. The focus is on 'Buy Now, Pay Later' schemes, with 21-year-old Shyneka Long's viral TikTok revealing her $19,000 Afterpay expense sparking new regulations for the providers. Other topics include the upcoming increase in Superannuation Guarantee contributions from 11.5% to 12%, which may impact those on fixed sala...
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Sat, 14th Jun 2025

June 13, 2025
In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses timely news of the financial sector. She begins cautioning young users about unchecked usage of Buy Now Pay Later services that lead to high debts, citing an example of a young consumer who spent $19,000 within two years. More regulations and checks were introduced to protect customers. In superannuation news, she talks about an impending hike that will increase employer contributions to 1...
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Fri, 13th Jun 2025

June 12, 2025
This episode of Financial Services Online discusses key financial issues including a major ruling by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority, the role of social media in finance, rising household savings, and upcoming superannuation tax changes. The ruling underscores the importance of full disclosure when dealing with insurance companies. The Australian Securities & Investments Commission warns 18 'finfluencers' about unlice...
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Thu, 12th Jun 2025

June 11, 2025
In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses the latest developments in Australia's financial services industry. Key points include the Australian Securities and Investments Council launching a hastened IPO program, aiming to revitalize public markets and stimulate business growth. Pertinently, a report from EY Global Wealth Research uncovers untapped opportunities for financial advisors in the drastic intergenerational wealth transf...
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Tue, 10th Jun 2025

June 9, 2025
This episode of the "Daily Financial Services News Wrap" from Financial Services Online discusses several important financial trends and news in Australia. It starts with the evolving labour market where high living costs are prompting Australians, particularly young women, to take on multiple jobs. The discussion then turns to concerns over proposed changes to super tax laws, which could impact millions of Australians if implement...
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Mon, 9th Jun 2025

June 8, 2025
In this edition of Financial Services News Wrap, Westpac's subsidiary, RAMS home loans, faces allegations of systemic misconduct by the ASIC over fraudulent document misuse, signaling ongoing governance issues. Consumer spending habits remained cautious despite economic stimuli, showing a minimal growth. As Australia initiates the second phase of Delivering Better Financial Outcomes reforms, super fund trustees are to offer financi...
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Sun, 8th Jun 2025

June 7, 2025
This episode of the Daily Financial Services News Wrap focuses on some major happenings in the global financial industry. News includes Westpac subsidiaries undergoing investigation by ASIC over accusations of systemic misconduct and fraudulent activities leading to improper loan approvals. Australian household expenditure showed a small uptick of 0.1% in April despite economic stimuli, indicating cautious consumer spending. On the...
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