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Inefficient data processes and systems mean advisers are spending over half of their time on product implementation and administration at the expense of clients, accordin...

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With the regulator announcing its enforcement focus for 2025 last week, law firm Hall & Wilcox examines the areas which have dropped down the list in priority for the reg...

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South Australian financial advice and accounting business Perks has extended its paid parental leave program from 12 to 26 weeks, putting it on par with big four firms....

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Mason Stevens has tapped Investment Trends’ head of growth, alongside two other hires, to bolster its distribution team. ...

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Professional services group AZ NGA has made its first acquisition since announcing a $240 million strategic partnership with US manager Oaktree Capital Management in Sept...

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As Insignia Financial looks to bolster its two financial advice businesses, Shadforth and Bridges, CEO Scott Hartley describes to Money Management how the firm will achie...

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Centrepoint Alliance says it is “just getting started” as it looks to drive growth via expanding all three streams of advisers within the business....

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AFCA’s latest statistics have shed light on which of the major licensees recorded the most consumer complaints in the last financial year....

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Four months after making its first equity partnership, the Australian Wealth Advisors Group has taken a second stake in a regional Victorian advice and accountancy firm. ...

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High-net-worth advisers seeking to grow their businesses are likely to find alternatives to be a key part of the puzzle amid investor demand, according to Praemium’s head...

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The financial advice profession has lifted back above the 15,500 mark this week thanks to a double-digit net rise in adviser numbers, according to Wealth Data....

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A closer watch on licensees that fall short on cyber security protections is among a dozen new enforcement priorities announced by the corporate regulator for 2025. ...

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Glad to see the back of you Steve. You made financial more expensive, not more affordable as you claim, and presided ...

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The RBA has handed down its much-anticipated rate decision, following widespread expectations of a close call....

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ASIC has confirmed the industry funding levy for the 2024–25 financial year, and how much licensees can expect to pay....

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