Economic slowdown drives mixed reporting season

Many Australian companies are still battling economic crosswinds and headwinds.  

ASIC extends reportable situations relief and personal advice record-keeping requirements

ASIC has extended the reportable situations relief and personal advice record-keeping requirements on the same terms until October 2029.

Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook.

ATO stats show continued growth in SMSF sector

The ATO’s June quarterly statistical data on the SMSF sector has been released and has revealed continued growth.

A new day for Federal Reserve policy

What the Federal Reserve's policy shift means for rates.  

Age pension fails to meet retirement needs

New research has found most Australians believe the age pension is insufficient to fund their retirements, with larger superannuation balances and access to professional financial advice linked to higher levels of financial well-being instead.

What are the government’s intentions with negative gearing?

Both the Treasurer and the Prime Minister have confirmed that Treasury is exploring changes to the contentious policy.

COVID early super release did little for financial, emotional wellbeing.

  The Early Release of Super scheme implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic had little impact on financial resilience or wellbeing, new research has shown.  

Warning to micro businesses. ‘Higher taxes for thousands of businesses’.

  The ATO’s draft guidance on personal service income and the general anti-avoidance provisions is likely to be a shock to many small and microbusinesses in Australia.  

ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service

The ATO is encouraging SMSF trustees to use its voluntary disclosure service to inform it early if a contravention has occurred.