Latest analysis from Morningstar has raised concerns with four Australian asset managers, flagging their organisational issues and a less-favourable impact from interest rate cuts.
There are just three business days until obligations come into force for licensees to notify ASIC of an adviser accessing the experience pathway within 30 days, with penalties possible for a failure to do so.
AFSLs need to be prepared for enhanced compliance requirements as new privacy rules will necessitate a thorough look at reviews and processes, especially under the threat of a tiered civil penalty system.
Data from Adviser Ratings’ upcoming Advice Landscape Report has painted a picture of the average advice practice in 2024, including the profit margins and revenue of top-performing firms.
A group of licensees have put together a petition calling on the government to fix major issues around the CSLR levy and Delivering Better Financial Outcomes legislation.
ASX-listed Prime Financial Group has made two senior appointments of an independent non-executive director and a chief growth officer.
Allianz Retire+ has highlighted why financial advisers should become specialists in guaranteed lifetime income solutions, as well as attracting new clients and strengthening existing relationships.
Elston Asset Management has bolstered its NSW and ACT distribution team with the appointment of a senior BDM, who previously worked at HUB24.
As financial advisers seek out practice management support, the purpose of BDMs has shifted beyond just selling investment products to providing invaluable guidance to advice practices.
The ongoing process of the Quality of Advice Review has now taken twice as long as it took for the findings of the Hayne royal commission but it is understood this is "a relatively average pace" by policy standards.
