Mon, 8th Apr 2024

On this episode of the Weekly Finance News Wrap, we discuss a study by Challenger Limited suggesting professional financial advice aids Australians' economic stability, particularly in their retirement years. Meanwhile, Insurance Australia Group has addressed payroll discrepancies by allocating over $37 million to staff. The company has also begun transitioning to an automated payroll system, demonstrating corporate responsibility in light of impending penalties. A new law promotes work-life balance in Australia by allowing employees to ignore work-related communications outside of office hours. Non-compliance can result in fines up to $18,000. Lastly, results from the International Your Money Financial Security Survey highlight the growing worldwide financial stress due to inflation, indicating the need for strong financial planning and education. Dive deeper into these stories at financialservicesonline.com.au.