Financial Regulator Assessment Authority (FRAA) proposes draft metrics framework for assessing APRA and ASIC The Financial Regulator Assessment Authority (FRAA) has recently put forth a draft metrics framework aimed at enhancing its assessment toolkit and providing direct insights into the activities of the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission […]
RBA Review Findings Provide Lessons for ASIC Australia’s Economic Regulatory Agencies Need to Catch Up The recent review conducted by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has highlighted the urgent need for Australia’s economic regulatory agencies, particularly the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), to update their corporate governance practices. The RBA’s findings underscore the […]
RBA review findings provide lessons for ASIC Introduction The recent findings from the Royal Bank of Australia (RBA) review have highlighted the need for Australia’s economic regulatory agencies to catch up on best corporate governance practices. One agency that stands out in particular is the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the country’s corporate governance […]
Broker Says Santos is the Best ASX 200 Energy Share to Buy Now If you’re looking to gain exposure to the energy sector, analysts at Morgans believe that Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) shares could be an excellent option. The company has been named on Morgans’ best ideas list for the second consecutive month, thanks to […]
This ASX 200 healthcare share could be a great way to defend against volatility Investing in the stock market can be a rollercoaster ride, with many investors seeking ways to mitigate risks and protect their portfolios against volatility. One effective strategy is to invest in defensive shares, which are typically less susceptible to market fluctuations […]
Investor uses AI to help crack winning stock code Using artificial intelligence to enhance stock selection An equities portfolio manager at one of Australia’s leading asset managers is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to uncover winning stocks, save time, and potentially outperform the market. Thomas Rice, along with his research team at Perpetual, has developed a […]
An Australian Perspective: The Financial Struggles of Instant Brands The Challenges Faced by Instant Brands News of Instant Brands, the maker of Pyrex kitchenware and the popular Instant Pot pressure cooker, filing for bankruptcy protection in the United States has sent shockwaves through the retail industry. The company, controlled by private equity investor Cornell Capital, […]
Queensland’s Retail Sector Hit Hard by Recession The Australian retail sector is currently experiencing a recession, with the biggest annual contraction in real disposable incomes in 40 years. Experts predict that the services sector will be the next to feel the pinch from the “triple-whammy” of inflation, higher interest rates, and fiscal drags. The retail […]
Weight-Loss Company Jenny Craig’s Online Arm Sold to Eucalyptus, as Administrators Recommend Liquidation Weight-loss company Jenny Craig’s online business in Australia and New Zealand will be sold to Eucalyptus, a healthcare technology start-up company, as administrators recommended placing the company into liquidation. The decision was announced by administrators FTI Consulting after attempts to sell the […]