Financial gender equality slips in June quarter

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The Financy Women’s Index experienced a decline in the past quarter, despite positive gains made in the March quarter, due to setbacks in employment outcomes for women.

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Verdict in for AMP BOLR class action settlement

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The decision whether to proceed with a $100 million settlement for members of the buyer of last resort class action against AMP has been decided in the Federal Court.

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ASIC exam pass mark falls to 2022 lows

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ASIC has released the percentage of candidates who passed its August financial advice exam, with the volume dropping to the lowest since November 2022.

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How can advisers mitigate wealth transfer concerns?

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Clients are exhibiting multiple concerns on the intergenerational wealth transfer, making it imperative for advisers to address these fears through comprehensive strategies, Adviser Ratings explores.

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ASIC outlines AFSL guidance on qualification checks

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ASIC has identified three situations where it may be difficult for a licensee to assess an adviser’s qualifications and provided case studies of how they should be tackled, as it undergoes a crackdown on FAR reporting.

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Are active ETFs the next growth pathway?

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Vanguard and State Street have debated active ETFs, and whether they are the next vehicle for growth, or forever in the shadow of index-tracking funds.

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Magellan fund conversion adds to $0.7bn August outflows

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The conversion of the Magellan Global Fund units has contributed to $0.7 billion in outflows for the fund manager in August.

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Melbourne adviser sentenced for dishonest SMSF conduct

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A former Melbourne financial planner, Bradley Grimm, has been sentenced for dishonest conduct regarding the transfer of self-managed super fund assets.

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FSCP makes latest two determinations

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The Financial Services and Credit Panel has made its latest two determinations, one regarding possible breaches of conflicted remuneration and the second about non-compliance with CPD.

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