Australia consults on introduction of compulsory annuitisation - UPDATED

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Australia is considering whether to force people to convert all or part of their superannuation benefits into retirement products to help manage longevity.

The interim findings of the Financial System Inquiry (FSI) - a government commissioned investigation into Australia's financial system led by former Commonwealth Bank of Australia chief executive D...

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