Anthony Asher is an actuary well known for his interest in ethics in professional life, particularly the social impact of actuarial work. On the one hand this has led to product development, where benefits (and underlying investments) match the particular needs of the bereaved, the disabled and the elderly. On the other hand it has led to questions of professional education and regulation that support the development of judgement and justice. His current research includes investigation of the products and financial advice needed by retirees as their intellectual powers decline, and a virtue theory approach to risk culture and overregulation.
The way Australia taxes housing is manifestly unfair
Apr 28, 2016 02:54 am UTC| Insights & Views Real Estate
When politicians talk about tax and fairness, its easy for them to point out undeserved loopholes benefiting the wealthy, or multinational companies. But the elephant in the room is the difference between those who own and...
Superannuation 'objective' likely to be captured by industry
Apr 07, 2016 00:04 am UTC| Insights & Views
As the government moves closer to enshrining the objective of superannuation in legislation, its worth considering the unintended consequences that could come from such a move. Based on recommendations of the Financial...