FS Power 50’s Jessica Looi, a senior private client adviser at UniSuper, explains why Australians – whether young or old, wealthy or just starting out – can turn to super funds for good-quality information not only on their super and retirement, but also for comprehensive financial advice.

After analysing over 400,000 self-managed super funds and their performance in FY24, Adelaide University and the SMSF Association found that over rolling five-year periods SMSFs tend to outperform APRA-regulated funds by about 1.1%. Why? Because the data demonstrates they’re resilient in the face of market uncertainty, owing largely to a more conservative asset allocation.

But there are other factors that contribute to an SMSF’s performance, and together they’re driving record numbers of establishments as Australians look to take more control of their super.

In this episode, Adelaide University senior lecturer George Mihaylov and SMSF Association chief executive Peter Burgess discuss the findings, the emerging trends shaping the future of the SMSF sector and the value that professional financial advice can add.

Financial advice and sailing can be completely irrelevant and separated for many, but it is not the case for Freshwater Wealth financial adviser Roger Perret, as he said strategy deployments from both ends are quite similar. As a Power50 adviser, he continues to use his influence to advocate for the broader advice industry while sailing to his success. Tune in to hear from Perret on his journey in becoming a financial adviser.

The intensifying conflict with Iran has pushed oil prices sharply higher, triggered heavy selling and unsettled global markets.

But this is not the first time a major global event has rattled markets and likely won’t be the last. So how do you keep your clients calm during times of intense uncertainty?

Townsend & Cobain founding partner Tim Townsend joined the Financial Standard podcast to share his thoughts on navigating clients through the storm.

Family businesses are unique, underpinned by hard work and strong family values. What sets them apart is the ability to leave a meaningful legacy. Jen Goldsworthy, a third-generation wealth manager at Goldsworthy Private Wealth, shares how she runs a successful family business and keeps the tradition of helping others achieve financial freedom alive.

Making the Power50 for the second year on a row, Goldsworthy is a strong advocate for the advice industry. She will be part of the Your Next Chapter: Life Planning, Legacy & Peace of Mind event on March 25.

Despite global sustainable funds recording more than US$80 billion in net outflows in 2025, Australia and New Zealand are bucking the trend and continue to attract new capital.

In this episode, Australian Ethical deputy chief investment officer John Woods unpacks how ESG investing is evolving in 2026, explaining why there's still plenty of opportunities out there for sustainable investors, the importance of transparency, and the need for a reliable ESG fund labelling system.

He also breaks down Australian Ethical’s approach to investing in emerging markets, and how it's looking at renewables, climate tech, private credit, and solar‑driven infrastructure.

In the last year, we have borne witness to significant regulatory changes in operation, shaping and reshaping financial advice. As advisers tread water against a rising tide of regulatory red tape, FAAA's general manager Phil Anderson speaks optimistically to the regulatory evolutions that may unfold in 2026.

Emerging markets staged a powerful comeback in 2025 – but is the rally built to last? Robeco senior portfolio manager Michael Lin shares his views on what he expects for the asset class in 2026.