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Super funds back banks to give qualified financial advice

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
October 26, 2026 • 06:05 AM
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Representatives of AustralianSuper, Rest and AMP questioned the government’s choice to exclude banks from the institutions that can give limited guidance.

Super funds back banks to give qualified financial advice

Some of Australia’s largest superannuation funds say banks should be allowed to give limited financial advice related to banking products, urging policymakers to pave a way for them to re-enter advice after the royal commission forced them out amid myriad conflicts of interest.

Speaking at The Australian Financial Review Super & Wealth Summit , representatives of AustralianSuper, Rest and AMP questioned the government’s choice to exclude the banks from the institutions that can give financial advice using a new, less-qualified class of financial advisers.

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