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During his first term, Donald Trump’s policies spurred a confidence-fuelled boom in US markets. With proposals for deeper tax cuts and renewed trade barriers, he’s aiming for a repeat performance.

58% of South Africa’s municipalities – 149 out of 257 – are behind on their retirement fund contributions, highlighting a growing issue in local government finances.

FSCA plans to issue guidance on what it considers to be a fair and transparent approach to transaction fees.

Old Mutual’s Andrew Davison highlights why the two-pot system could lead to better retirement outcomes – and what trustees and advisers need to consider to make it happen.

The FSCA highlights the role of RMCPs in safeguarding financial institutions and the financial system after compliance breaches by two FSPs.

The Tribunal’s ruling highlights that following the correct process is as important as addressing misconduct in the financial services sector.

The case illustrates how discrepancies in disclosure can undermine an individual’s suitability for a key role, resulting in the rejection of a licence application.

During the 16 Days of Activism, financial adviser Jessica Pillay urges women to identify economic abuse and gives advice on how to reclaim their independence.

Watch Moonstone Update for an overview of some of the stories covered in the past week's Moonstone newsletters.

In this week's episode:

• Unpaid contributions: FSCA prepares to hold non-compliant employers accountable
• Arrear contributions: FSCA publishes third list of defaulting employers
• Agreement can’t override an FSP’s duty to initiate debarment proceedings
• Shareholder ties don’t lessen FICA compliance obligations
• Treasury proposes new framework to regulate hedge funds outside CIS
• Average living annuity drawdown rate lowest in five years
• CIS industry sees R42.3bn in net inflows as investor confidence rebounds
• FIC tightens crypto asset compliance with ‘travel rule’ directive