Insights

Apr. 16, 2026

The two-chapter retirement

Research reveals retirement is often viewed in two chapters: clear early years and uncertain later years, influencing perceptions of risk, flexibility, and decision-making confidence.

Apr. 14, 2026

Tech Corner: How AGILE can help manage your clients’ Total Super Balance

Allianz Guaranteed Income for Life (AGILE) can help clients maximise super contributions under Total Superannuation Balance (TSB) rules. In this case study, see how we created $120k headroom for Mei.

Mar. 09, 2026

Not All Income Is Created Equal: The Declining Efficacy of Bonds as Equity Diversifiers

Structural changes in markets mean portfolio approaches, and the concept of defensive assets, must evolve to provide dependable income.

Feb. 03, 2026

Insights from the RBA February Cash Rate Announcement

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate to 3.85% after conceding that inflation has exceeded their forecasts for the second consecutive quarter.

Dec. 10, 2025

Insights from the RBA December Cash Rate Announcement

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate steady at 3.6%, as inflationary pressures re-emerge, with rate cuts off the table for the foreseeable future.

Nov. 30, 2025

Video: volatility and lifetime income streams

Volatility is fuelling the demand for more secure and guaranteed income options among Australian retirees. Many retirees, however, find themselves uncertain about where to begin exploring these options.

Nov. 19, 2025

How timing can make or break your retirement nest egg

Retirement is a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor but even with careful planning, unexpected market fluctuations can impact your long-term financial security. This is the impact of ‘sequencing risk’.

Nov. 04, 2025

Insights from the RBA November Cash Rate Announcement

The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained the cash rate at 3.6% amid a surprising inflation spike. This decision comes as Q3 CPI data shattered expectations for a rate cut.

Sep. 30, 2025

Insights from the RBA September Cash Rate Announcement

The Reserve Bank of Australia unanimously decided to maintain the cash rate at 3.6%, repeating the ‘cut-hold’ cycle for the third time in 2025.

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