EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
from Financial Services News Wrap · host Paige Estritori
In this episode of Financial Services Online, Paige Estritori discusses key financial updates in Australia as of January 15, 2026. She begins by announcing the finalists of the 21st Australian Insurance Industry Awards—highlighting a riveting competition for Small to Medium Broking Company of the Year. The episode then shifts gears to address rising trends in superannuation investments, with a 34% increase into private markets including equity, real estate, and infrastructure. Notably, super fund HESTA marked a successful year in 2025 with $10BN in return. Lastly, the Australian Taxation Office is taking steps to enforce unpaid superannuation, implementing travel bans for long-term defaulters. The summary offers insights into current financial news, superannuation trends, and regulatory measures in Australia.
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In this episode of Financial Services Online, Paige Estritori discusses key financial updates in Australia as of January 15, 2026. She begins by announcing the finalists of the 21st Australian Insurance Industry Awards—highlighting a riveting competition for Small to Medium Broking Company of the Year. The episode then shifts gears to address rising trends in superannuation investments, with a 34% increase into private markets including equity, real estate, and infrastructure. Notably, super fund HESTA marked a successful year in 2025 with $10BN in return. Lastly, the Australian Taxation Office is taking steps to enforce unpaid superannuation, implementing travel bans for long-term defaulters. The summary offers insights into current financial news, superannuation trends, and regulatory measures in Australia.
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