Adviser numbers have continued the winning streak for the 2025–26 financial year with the seventh consecutive week in the green, buoyed by a steady flow of new entrants.

Netwealth chief executive Matt Heine has explained the platform is focused on accelerating its share of the affluent advice market as its NPAT reaches $116 million.

Insignia chief executive, Scott Hartley, has said the licensee is “on track” with 2030 revenue and client targets for its advice division, and is looking to AI for future efficiencies.

Evidentia Group has announced the appointment of a chief risk and operating officer, rounding out its executive leadership team after a slew of hires last month.

ETF provider Global X has appointed five new roles across the business, including a head of technology, as it seeks to scale the business and expand its reach in the Australian market.

Insignia Financial has returned to profit in FY25, after a $185 million loss in the previous year, while its advice division grew their revenue per adviser by 14 per cent.

With licensee switching on the rise, particularly for newer advisers, compliance expert Sean Graham has shared red flags to watch out for when making the jump between AFSLs.

Magellan Financial Group is keen to enact further strategic expansions with income from strategic partnerships tripling to $31.1 million from the addition of Vinva during FY25.

Insignia Financial’s wrap platform has appointed Heidi Press, former HUB24 head of product management, to spearhead the design and delivery of the MLC Expand platform.