Centaur Financial Services managing director and Power 50 adviser Hugh Robertson talks to Financial Standard about overcoming challenges in the advice sector and why leaving the industry in better shape for the next generation is imperative.

One month out from the release of her final proposals, Quality of Advice Review chair Michelle Levy clears up speculation around some of the most hotly debated proposed changes, including non-relevant providers, and busts myths on the construction of the who’s behind the scenes.

The Wealth Designers financial adviser and Power 50 recipient Dawn Thomas talks to Financial Standard about the importance of being true to yourself while forging a professional career and grabbing opportunities with both hands.

FMD senior financial adviser and Power 50 recipient Nicola Beswick talks to Financial Standard about her involvement in the pro bono advice space and why changing careers has been the most rewarding decision she’s made yet.

Much of the news cycle since late September has been dominated by ongoing issues in the UK's gilt market and broader economy following the government's mini-budget. GSFM investment strategies advisor Stephen Miller explains what went wrong and whether the same scenario could ever be seen in Australia.

As the cost of living rises and geopolitical uncertainty grows, Chloe Walker sits down with pwc chief economist Amy Auster to find out her thoughts on the upcoming October budget and more.

Recipient of the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) Female Excellence in Advice Award Amie Baker discusses the importance of financial literacy for women and their role in the advice sector going forward.

Diverger Managing Director Nathan Jacobsen spoke to Financial Standard at the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) Thrive conference. He explains that bringing institutional scale to small businesses will help in building and maintaining the future of advice.

Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) chief executive Phil Anderson talks to Financial Standard from the AFA Thrive Conference. Amid a year of significant change for both the advice sector and the AFA, Anderson discusses industry wins and where work is still needed.

In this episode brought to you by MFS Investment Management, we discuss decarbonisation, and how a net-zero strategy can be used to communicate not only investment strategies, but also a narrative belief to key groups including clients, super fund members, investee companies, governments and regulators.We speak with MFS President Carol Geremia and UniSuper governance and sustainability manager Sybil Dixon about why and how net zero targets are used to guide investment decisions and the way investors talk about climate risks and opportunities. For more information on MFS Investment management, visit http://www.mfs.com and to subscribe to FS Sustainability, visit www.fssustainability.com.au.Subscribe: Click here to choose your favourite podcasting appContact Us: [email protected]: https://www.financialstandard.com.auThe weekly Financial Standard podcast covers the latest developments in finance, investment trends, and economics that are shaping the future of Australia’s wealth management landscape by talking to leading professional voices in Australia and from around the world.Brought to you by Financial Standard. Take the lead.

In this episode brought to you by MFS Investment Management we discuss what integration of environmental, social and governance-related means for fixed income portfolios. We will also explore the strengths and challenges of finding transparent, comparable and meaningful ESG data relevant to fixed income securities and the role of sustainable bonds.We speak with MFS fixed income research Analyst Mahesh Jayakumar and ISS head of ESG for Australia and New Zealand Julia Leske.For more information on MFS Investment Management, visit https:www.mfs.com/ . To subscribe to FS Sustainability, visit www.fsssustainability.com.auSponsored content: We discuss what integration of ESG data and ratings means for fixed income portfolios and the role of sustainable bonds.#financialstandard #rachelalembakisSubscribe: Click here to choose your favourite podcasting appContact Us: [email protected]: https://www.financialstandard.com.auThe weekly Financial Standard podcast covers the latest developments in finance, investment trends, and economics that are shaping the future of Australia’s wealth management landscape by talking to leading professional voices in Australia and from around the world.Brought to you by Financial Standard. Take the lead.

In this episode brought to you by MFS Investment Management, we discuss what integration of environmental, social and governance-related means for stock selection in investment portfolios, how fund managers can demonstrate that they’re authentically using ESG information to manage risk and enhance return.We speak with MFS head of global ESG strategy Vishal Hindocha and Zenith Investment Partners head of responsible investment and real assets Dugald Higgins.For more information on MFS Investment Management, visit https://www.mfs.com/. To subscribe to FS Sustainability, visit www.fssustainability.com.au.#financialstandard #cassandrabaldiniSubscribe: Click here to choose your favourite podcasting appContact Us: [email protected]: https://www.financialstandard.com.auThe weekly Financial Standard podcast covers the latest developments in finance, investment trends, and economics that are shaping the future of Australia’s wealth management landscape by talking to leading professional voices in Australia and from around the world.Brought to you by Financial Standard. Take the lead.

'Net zero' might be the phrase of the year for the ESG sector, but what does a net zero target actually mean and how can we be sure that a company has clear plans to decarbonise its operations?In this episode of Financial Standard, Rachel Alembakis, managing editor of FS Sustainability, is joined by Andrew Maple-Brown, co-founder and managing director of Maple-Brown Abbott Global Listed Infrastructure, and Georgia Hall, global listed infrastructure analyst at Maple-Brown Abbott, to discuss net zero commitments, engagement, and the important role infrastructure will play in meeting 2050 targets.#financialstandard #jamiewilliamsonSubscribe: Click here to choose your favourite podcasting appContact Us: [email protected]: https://www.financialstandard.com.auThe weekly Financial Standard podcast covers the latest developments in finance, investment trends, and economics that are shaping the future of Australia’s wealth management landscape by talking to leading professional voices in Australia and from around the world.Brought to you by Financial Standard. Take the lead.

While the developed world comes off the back of a record, stimulus fuelled investment year, the effects of stubborn COVID-19 friction, supply chain disruption, and inflationary pressures have taken their toll on developing economies. So is now the time for long term money to find growth and risk-adjusted returns from emerging markets?In this episode of Financial Standard, senior journalist Karen Vergara talks to Arif T. Joshi, managing director, portfolio manager and analyst at Lazard Asset Management about the emerging opportunities that lie ahead for investors.For more information and similar articles please go to https://www.financialstandard.com.au/ 

Supply chain disruptions are making daily headlines, particularly leading into a highly anticipated Christmas period. The challenges and financial risks for most businesses have been significant and well documented, but supply chains can also increase exposure to often hidden ESG risks with negative implications for a company's overall goals.  In this special FS Sustainability episode of Financial Standard, managing editor Rachel Alembakis talks to Sam MacPherson, Head of Treasury at Earlytrade, to discuss ESG issues, essential working capital considerations, and opportunities to improve transparency along the supply chain. For similar articles please got to https://www.financialstandard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The purpose and scope of ethical investment has appropriately gained the momentum it deserves, and continues to capture the attention of investors and advisors around the globe. A majority of Australians now expect ESG considerations to be the standard when it comes to investing their money, reducing risk and increasing overall returns. But the evolution of greenwashing has also proven that talk is cheap and deeper engagement is needed for a sustainable future. Recently, as part of Ethical Investment Week, Professor Chellie Spiller and Dr Rodger Spiller shared their insights into Wayfinding, the process of finding one's route while navigating, and the benefits of practicing a spiritual dimension to ethical investing.  Chellie Spiller is a professor of leadership and management at The University of Waikato Management School, while Rodger Spiller is the managing director and founder of Money Matters, an ethical investment adviser firm in NZ, and the first New Zealand member of the Ethical Advisers' Co-op. In this special episode of Financial Standard, both join Rachel Alembakis, managing editor of FS Sustainability, to get to the heart of the Wayfinding philosophy. FS Sustainability was the official media partner to Ethical Investment Week. For more information and similar articles please go to - https://www.financialstandard.com.au/  https://www.fssustainability.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest in crypto currency has undeniably increased over the last few years, and its potential as a legitimate investment option also continues to grow. Institutional investors around the world are starting to take notice. However, despite member demand, Australia's superannuation funds are not among them. So what's stopping them, and what will it take for the sector to realistically get onboard? In this episode of Financial Standard, editor Jamie Williamson is joined by Jonathan Armitage, chief investment officer at MLC Asset Management, to share his views on Australia's appetite for crypto currency assets.   For more information and similar articles please go to https://www.financialstandard.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) is set to take place in Glasgow from October 31st to November 12th, and is anticipated to set in motion accelerated commitments by governments, businesses and investors with the goals of securing global net zero targets and keeping global warming to less than 1.5 degrees. In this special episode of Financial Standard, managing editor of FS Sustainability Rachel Alambakis is joined by Linda Romanovska, ESG specialist and sustainable finance senior manager at PwC Australia, to discuss the role of investors at COP26 and the potential impacts of COP26 on capital markets.   For more information and similar articles please go to https://www.fssustainability.com.au/  https://www.financialstandard.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last few years the superannuation industry has seen significant consolidation of funds as larger players open their doors to merger activity with the promise of lower costs, increased efficiency, and ultimately better member outcomes. Economies of scale are certainly one way to achieve these features, but recently Spirit Super chief executive Ross Barry spoke of some of the myths associated with super fund mergers, arguing that they don't always lead to such scale benefits. In this episode of Financial Standard, Ross joins editor Jamie Williamson to discuss some of these misconceptions, management and administration of the process, and the evolving future of the industry landscape. For more information and similar articles please go to - https://www.financialstandard.com.au/ https://www.fssuper.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October has brought with it a raft of regulatory reforms, and none more important than the design and distribution obligations legislation (DDO) to ensure that financial products meet the needs of consumers and are distributed in a more targeted fashion. So what exactly are these changes and what are some of the implications for an adviser's business? In this episode of Financial Standard, editor Jamie Williamson is joined by Michael Blomfield, chief commercial officer at Iress, to discuss the reality of the DDO regulations in more detail, what financial advisers should be aware of, and how Iress has natively integrated DDO solutions into its Xplan wealth management software to support their clients. For more information please visit - https://www.financialstandard.com.au/  https://www.iress.com/  https://www.fsadvice.com.au/article/d-and-d-for-beginners-product-design-and-distribution-179774593 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.