Wed, 18th Sep 2024

In this episode, Paige Estritori delivers key financial updates across Australia. Major topics include a new regulation banning genetic test results in life insurance underwriting, appreciated by industry leaders as a crucial move against genetic discrimination in insurance. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority is requesting feedback on superannuation insurance dispute resolution procedures designed for greater transparency. Issues of increasing home insurance premiums are affecting Australian families, driven by climate change-related disasters and rising faster than wage growth. Internationally, Swiss Re reports a first-half net income of $2.1 billion due to lower natural catastrophe claims and strong investment earnings. Audience members are reminded to check the official website for more financial information.