ASIC secures penalty for Vanguard over greenwashing claims

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Vanguard has been issued with a penalty by the Federal Court for making false and misleading statements about its ethically conscious fund.

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Future advisers calling: The importance of entry-level experience

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A panel of commentators have emphasised working in a support or administrative role, such as in a call centre, need not be a step backwards and can provide valuable experience for future advice roles.

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FAAA says E&P delisting won’t prevent Dixon scrutiny

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The FAAA’s Phil Anderson has said the delisting of E&P Financial Group won’t stop the company coming under scrutiny in the public inquiry.

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Linchpin’s Daly loses appeal against $150k penalty

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A judge has dismissed an appeal by former Linchpin Capital Group director Peter Daly against a $150,000 penalty for breaching his duties as a officer.

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Magellan appoints co-manager for flagship fund

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Magellan Financial Group has appointed a new co-manager on two of its global equity funds, including the flagship $8.3 billion Global Fund.

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Boutique investment manager launches in Aussie market

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TWC Investment Management has commenced operations, initially offering three funds to wholesale investors and is led by a former Credit Suisse managing director.

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The $14bn cost saving from index ETFs

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The cost savings of advisers opting for ETFs and index funds for their clients have been calculated by Vanguard, with estimates that Australian investors have collectively saved $14.4 billion since the options first launched in Australia.

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RBA makes latest rate call

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The Reserve Bank of Australia has made its latest rate call, with only two more meetings left for 2024.

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E&P Financial Group seeks ASX de-listing

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E&P Financial Group, former parent of Dixon Advisory, has formally requested to delist from the ASX, with the company noting the negative impact of regulatory proceedings on its share price.

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Are licensees overpromising and underdelivering to advisers?

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Commentators have discussed how value for money is becoming more critical than ever as licensee fees rise and failure by an AFSL to provide this is driving them to self-licensing.

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