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Superannuation performance in PNG
devpolicy_org77d ago

Superannuation performance in PNG

Stephen Howes and Jezreel Kassam examine the performance of Papua New Guinea's two dominant superannuation funds — Nambawan Super and Nasfund — from 2008 to 2024, finding that real returns to members have averaged just 1.9% and 2.8% respectively, below Australia's benchmark of 3.5%. They identify several constraints on performance, including unfunded government liabilities, limited access to offshore investment, growing reliance on government bonds and rapidly rising administration costs. The authors argue that a new round of reform is needed, starting with the superannuation regulator publicly benchmarking comparative fund performance. **AI Generation Score: 2/10** — The article draws on original analysis of annual reports and offers specific policy recommendations grounded in local institutional knowledge, consistent with expert authorship. Disclosure This research was undertaken with the support of the ANU-UPNG Partnership , an initiative of the PNG-Australia Partnership, funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the ANU Greg Taylor Scholarship Fund. The views are those of the authors only. About the author/s Jezreel Kassam Jezreel Kassam is currently studying a Master of International and Development Economics at ANU's Crawford School of Public Policy. He is a Greg Taylor Scholar at the Development Policy Centre. Stephen Howes Stephen Howes is Director of the Development Policy Centre and Professor of Economics at the Crawford School of Public Policy at The Australian National University.

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FDIC Proposes Landmark Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act, Excluding Deposit Insurance
bitcoinworld77d ago

FDIC Proposes Landmark Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act, Excluding Deposit Insurance

BitcoinWorld FDIC Proposes Landmark Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act, Excluding Deposit Insurance WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant move for the U.S. cryptocurrency sector, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has proposed a comprehensive regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers under the newly [...] This post FDIC Proposes Landmark Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act, Excluding Deposit Insurance first appeared on BitcoinWorld .

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Woman Takes United Airlines Flight. Then The Pilot Makes A Shocking Announcement: ‘We Have Failed You Today’
brobible77d ago

Woman Takes United Airlines Flight. Then The Pilot Makes A Shocking Announcement: ‘We Have Failed You Today’

Air travel for economy passengers has significantly changed over the past few decades. Things like free checked bags, adequate legroom, and a complimentary meal for flights lasting more than two hours used to be included in your ticket price. Now, in comparison, those are considered perks, often coming at a significant price increase. What we [...] The post Woman Takes United Airlines Flight. Then The Pilot Makes A Shocking Announcement: ‘We Have Failed You Today’ appeared first on BroBible.

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euronext77d ago

Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea Sign Strategic Collaboration Agreement with PETRONAS Suriname

Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea Sign Strategic Collaboration Agreement with PETRONAS Suriname Stocks master_of_puppets Tue 07/04/2026 - 22:00 LU0075646355 SUBC Petronas 07/04/2026 - 22:00 Oslo Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea Sign Strategic Collaboration Agreement with PETRONAS Suriname Non-regulatory press releases 90000-670089 Oslo Børs Newspoint Subsea 7 S.A. Euronext Oslo Børs Published 60101030 Oil Equipment and Services XOSL Language English Luxembourg - 7 April 2026 - Subsea 7 S.A. (Oslo Børs: SUBC, ADR: SUBCY) today<br /> announced the signing of a strategic collaboration agreement between PETRONAS<br /> Suriname E&P B.V. ("PETRONAS Suriname"), a subsidiary of PETRONAS and Subsea<br /> Integration Alliance (SIA), which comprises Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea. The<br /> agreement creates a long-term framework for close collaboration on field<br /> development projects in Suriname.<br /> <br /> Through early engagement and integrated execution, the collaboration aims to<br /> simplify complex procurement processes, reduce total development costs and<br /> enhance delivery certainty. The optimisation of project timelines, combined with<br /> a reduction in execution risk, will enhance project economics and unlock<br /> opportunities across a portfolio of prospects in Suriname.<br /> <br /> Under the framework, SIA will provide pre-FEED, FEED and engineering,<br /> procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) solutions for<br /> multiple prospective projects. The scope includes subsea umbilical, riser and<br /> flowlines (SURF) from Subsea7, and subsea production systems (SPS) from SLB<br /> OneSubsea.<br /> <br /> Craig Broussard, Senior Vice President for Subsea7, said: "We are proud to be<br /> working with PETRONAS Suriname through this strategic agreement to establish<br /> strong, sustainable foundations in Suriname that will support growth in this<br /> emerging frontier basin. The agreement builds on our track record of<br /> collaborating with our clients to drive value creation through the delivery of<br /> optimised development solutions. We are excited to see the positive impact this<br /> work will have in the region."<br /> <br /> Olivier Blaringhem, CEO of Subsea Integration Alliance, said: "This is an<br /> exciting and important step for the development of the significant opportunities<br /> of PETRONAS Suriname in Suriname's frontier basins. The combined deepwater<br /> expertise and collaborative, agile approach of Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea, will<br /> maximize value as the developments secure vital energy resources in the region."<br /> <br /> *******************************************************************************<br /> Subsea7 is a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for<br /> the evolving energy industry, creating sustainable value by being the industry's<br /> partner and employer of choice in delivering the efficient offshore solutions<br /> the world needs.<br /> <br /> Subsea Integration Alliance (SIA) is a strategic global alliance combining the<br /> strengths of SLB OneSubsea and Subsea7. Working closely with SIA gives customers<br /> unique access to integrated subsea solutions-including field development<br /> planning, EPCI contracting models, end-to-end project delivery-and total life<br /> cycle solutions.<br /> <br /> Subsea7 is listed on the Oslo Børs (SUBC), ISIN LU0075646355, LEI<br /> 222100AIF0CBCY80AH62.<br /> *******************************************************************************<br /> <br /> Contact for investment community enquiries:<br /> Katherine Tonks<br /> Investor Relations Director<br /> Tel +44 20 8210 5568<br /> ir@subsea7.com ( mailto:ir@subsea7.com )<br /> <br /> Contact for media enquiries:<br /> Ashley Shearer<br /> Communications Manager<br /> Tel +1-713-300-6792<br /> ashley.shearer@subsea7.com ( mailto:ashley.shearer@subsea7.com )<br /> <br /> <br /> Forward-Looking Statements: This document may contain 'forward-looking<br /> statements' (within the meaning of the safe harbour provisions of the U.S.<br /> Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). These statements relate to<br /> our current expectations, beliefs, intentions, assumptions or strategies<br /> regarding the future and are subject to known and unknown risks that could cause<br /> actual results, performance or events to differ materially from those expressed<br /> or implied in these statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by<br /> the use of words such as 'anticipate', 'believe', 'estimate', 'expect',<br /> 'future', 'goal', 'intend', 'likely' 'may', 'plan', 'project', 'seek', 'should',<br /> 'strategy' 'will', and similar expressions. The principal risks which could<br /> affect future operations of the Group are described in the 'Risk Management'<br /> section of the Group's Annual Report and Consolidated Financial Statements.<br /> Factors that may cause actual and future results and trends to differ materially<br /> from our forward-looking statements include (but are not limited to): (i) our<br /> ability to deliver fixed price projects in accordance with client expectations<br /> and within the parameters of our bids, and to avoid cost overruns; (ii) our<br /> ability to collect receivables, negotiate variation orders and collect the<br /> related revenue; (iii) our ability to recover costs on significant projects;<br /> (iv) capital expenditure by oil and gas companies, which is affected by<br /> fluctuations in the price of, and demand for, crude oil and natural gas; (v)<br /> unanticipated delays or cancellation of projects included in our backlog; (vi)<br /> competition and price fluctuations in the markets and businesses in which we<br /> operate; (vii) the loss of, or deterioration in our relationship with, any<br /> significant clients; (viii) the outcome of legal proceedings or governmental<br /> inquiries; (ix) uncertainties inherent in operating internationally, including<br /> economic, political and social instability, boycotts or embargoes, labour<br /> unrest, changes in foreign governmental regulations, corruption and currency<br /> fluctuations; (x) the effects of a pandemic or epidemic or a natural disaster;<br /> (xi) liability to third parties for the failure of our joint venture partners to<br /> fulfil their obligations; (xii) changes in, or our failure to comply with,<br /> applicable laws and regulations (including regulatory measures addressing<br /> climate change); (xiii) operating hazards, including spills, environmental<br /> damage, personal or property damage and business interruptions caused by adverse<br /> weather; (xiv) equipment or mechanical failures, which could increase costs,<br /> impair revenue and result in penalties for failure to meet project completion<br /> requirements; (xv) the timely delivery of vessels on order and the timely<br /> completion of ship conversion programmes; (xvi) our ability to keep pace with<br /> technological changes and the impact of potential information technology, cyber<br /> security or data security breaches; (xvii) global availability at scale and<br /> commercially viability of suitable alternative vessel fuels; and (xviii) the<br /> effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures and internal control<br /> over financial reporting. Many of these factors are beyond our ability to<br /> control or predict. Given these uncertainties, you should not place undue<br /> reliance on the forward-looking statements. Each forward-looking statement<br /> speaks only as of the date of this document. We undertake no obligation to<br /> update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of<br /> new information, future events or otherwise.<br /> <br /> This stock exchange release was published by Katherine Tonks, Investor<br /> Relations, Subsea7, on 7 April 2026 at 22:00 CET.<br /> <BR><BR><p id="link_newsweb"><strong>More information:</strong><BR><a target="_blank" href=" https://newsweb.oslobors.no/message/670089">Access the news on Oslo Bors NewsWeb site</a></p> SUBSEA 7 Subsea 7 S.A. 56311 LU0075646355-XOSL SUBC

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A Canadian Stock I’d Move Quickly to Buy on a TSX Pullback
fool_ca77d ago

A Canadian Stock I’d Move Quickly to Buy on a TSX Pullback

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) is a dividend grower that's cheap and worth loading up on amid the oil crisis. The post A Canadian Stock I’d Move Quickly to Buy on a TSX Pullback appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada .

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ZIEGLER CLOSES $86,215,000 FINANCING FOR MENNONITE VILLAGE (OR)
benzinga77d ago

ZIEGLER CLOSES $86,215,000 FINANCING FOR MENNONITE VILLAGE (OR)

CHICAGO , April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce the successful closing of Mennonite Village's $86,215,000 Series 2026AB Bonds (the "Bonds") through the Hospital Facility Authority of the City of Albany, Oregon. Mennonite Home of Albany, Inc. d/b/a Mennonite Village (the "Borrower"), is an Oregon nonprofit corporation and 501(c)(3) organization that was established to develop, own and operate senior living facilities in the State of Oregon (the "State"). The Borrower operates a continuing care retirement community (the "Village"), which is situated on a 275-acre campus in Albany, Oregon, located in the Willamette Valley. The expansive grounds include natural water features, grassy meadows, and wooded oak groves, with sweeping views of the Cascade Mountains to the east and Mary's Peak and the Coast Range to the west. From its humble beginnings as a 24-room nursing home in 1947, the Village today consists of 299 independent living cottages (the "Cottages"), 18 independent living apartments located in a building known as Ashwood Court II ("Ashwood Court"), 42 skilled nursing beds located in a ... Full story available on Benzinga.com

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EPAM Announces Date for First Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
cision77d ago

EPAM Announces Date for First Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

NEWTOWN, Pa., April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM), a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company, will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results. A news...

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Neofab Robotics gets NYPA hydropower allocation
niagaragazette77d ago

Neofab Robotics gets NYPA hydropower allocation

The New York Power Authority Board of Trustees has allocated 510 kW of low-cost Niagara hydropower to Neofab Robotics over a 10-year period as the company looks to build a new manufacturing facility.

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