Commentators say the lack of transparency in private markets is making it difficult for fund managers and advisers to assess them from an ESG perspective.

Lonsec has appointed a new chief executive for its research and ratings division as Mike Wright takes up a new role in light of the acquisition of Evidentia Group by Lonsec's parent company GDG.

GQG Partners saw its funds under management grow by nearly 5 per cent in January to more than US$160 billion, shrugging off outflows experienced after its links with Adani Group in December.

Generation Development Group has confirmed it is to acquire 100 per cent of Evidentia Group to create a managed account provider with over $25 billion in funds under management.

Nearly 30 financial advisers have joined a new AFSL, with the majority coming from ex-AMP licensee Charter Financial Planning, which is now owned by Entireti.

Asset managers lacking a presence in private markets will find themselves forced to acquire or partner to survive in 2025, according to this global consultancy.