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Episode Synopsis
This week's Financial Services News Wrap explores the challenges in the Australian job market, with competition for jobs surging past pre-pandemic levels due to strong population growth and a new generation entering the workforce. The Reserve Bank projects an increase in unemployment by year-end. A recent ruling by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority mandated Strata Community Insurance Agencies to cover repair costs for a customer, contradicting the insurer's claims of damage due to wear and rust. Conversely, a homeowner's claim was dismissed after evidence indicated its damage predated their policy. The Australian Securities Exchange is facing losses amidst warnings of high living costs and a decrease in profit from the Commonwealth Bank. This forecasts potential economic challenges ahead, impacted by both domestic and global factors. Check out financialservicesonline.com.au for more on Insurance, Finance, Superannuation, and Money Management.
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