7 tips to reduce your debts before you retire As your working life draws to a close, your social life and recreational activities don’t have to. If you’re a little anxious about money still owing, here are a few pointers. Ahh retirement! You may have been dreaming about it for decades. You visualise yourself putting away your uniform, high-vis or corporate gear, farewelling that lovely boss of yours and spending the rest of your days …
An introduction to ‘ethical investing’ Growing concern about a range of environmental and social issues is fuelling a rise in ethical investing in Australia. Here’s a look at this fast expanding sector. For many personal and financial reasons, a growing number of investors are seeking to apply an ethical lens to their decision making. For some it’s about using their funds to drive change on issues like the climate, animal cruelty or human rights abuse. …
6 ways to help reduce your debts before you retire As your working life draws to a close, your social life and recreational activities don’t have to. If you’re anxious about money still owing, here are some helpful hints. Ahh retirement! You may have been dreaming about it for decades. You see yourself hanging up the work boots, putting away the laptop, swinging in a hammock by the ocean somewhere (the Croatian coast sounds nice …
WEBINARS JUN 20 – Safety, privacy and sustainable change – ethical investing in a pandemic 10 Jun, 2020 By Kristen Le Mesurier B Com, B Laws (Hons), M LawsPortfolio Manager – Multi Asset GroupSydney, Australia Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds Management Limited (ABN 15 159 557 721, AFSL 426455) makes no representations …
Digital payments and online banking for older Australians Although we’re already a predominantly cashless society1, the introduction of social distancing has further increased our reliance on digital payments and online banking. Face-to-face encounters have become less frequent in so many areas of our lives – and banking and shopping are no different. So now’s an ideal time for older Australians to start integrating more digital transactions into their everyday banking. Using these methods for the …
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap 27 September 2018 This month the key ESG issues making headlines are: Oil & Gas: Chevron’s Gorgon CCS project delayed Global E-Commerce Giants – workers face insecurity and crushing targets Automakers under suspicion of fresh cheating in new emissions test San Francisco climate change resolution ‘just the start of pressure’ on US insurers Energy: US Utility Rates Driving Record Demand for Home Energy …
Get social to boost your savings Want to get on the fast-track to your financial goals? Partner with a money buddy or join a support group and you could find yourself saving more and getting closer to your goals. When you’re making a firm commitment to boosting your savings, getting help doesn’t have to mean cutting up your credit card or keeping away from shopping malls. With support and encouragement from your financial allies, you could …
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap 11 May 2018 This month the key ESG issues making headlines are: Rio Tinto’s climate change resolution marks a significant shift in investor culture Obesity and Nutrition: How are Australia’s largest food and beverage manufacturers performing? Finance: UK Government calls on top pension funds to disclose climate risks EU Commission approves Bayer’s acquisition of Monsanto Florida shooting – will things change for the better in the US? Rio Tinto’s climate …
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap 12 April 2018 Welcome to the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap, where our team share the latest ESG issues in the media and their implications on investment. Francise model in the spotlight Social Media: Should we trust it? Proportion of women in NZ senior leadership roles hits rock bottom Chemicals: Ban on bee killer pesticide Franchise model in the spotlight The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is …
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap 15 March 2018 Welcome again to the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Wrap, where our team share the latest ESG issues in the media and their implications on investment. This month the key ESG issues making headlines are: ‘Silent boycott’: Gen Ys dump scandal-hit brands but stay quiet about it How blockchain is strengthening tuna traceability to combat illegal fishing Plastic and Waste in the Spotlight The Pimlico Plumbers case …
