ALRC seeks to better recognise advice professionalism in legislation

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The ALRC’s third interim report is seeking to change financial services legislation to better reflect efforts that have been made to improve advice outcomes and professionalise advice.

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Winners of the Fund Manager of the Year Awards revealed

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There were more than 20 individual and group winners at the Fund Manager of the Year Awards 2023, hosted

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CSLR passes Parliament

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The Compensation Scheme of Last Resort legislation has passed in Parliament today, having first been raised back in 2016.

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June sees spike in ceased advisers on FAR

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The number of ceased advisers has risen by 73 advisers since the start of June and further losses are expecting in the run-up to the end of financial year.

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ASIC accepts court enforceable undertaking from former Capstone adviser

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ASIC has accepted a court enforceable undertaking from a former Capstone authorised representative for failing to keep up-to-date records.

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BT CEO on firm’s next plans for platform business

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BT chief executive, Matt Rady, has shared with Money Management what the firm plans to do with its platform business after it concluded its sale process this week.

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Perth adviser found guilty of 36 counts of stealing

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A financial adviser has been found guilty by the District Court of Western Australia of stealing from clients.

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Westpac updates on BT platform business sale

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Big four bank Westpac has concluded its competitive search for a buyer of the BT platform business.

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Blackwattle to launch first 3 funds next month

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Blackwattle has shared details about its future fund range, with three to be launched in July, as the firm’s portfolio managers each make $1 million in personal commitments to the business.

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Future advice intentions on the rise: ASX

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A growing number of Australians plan to seek advice in the next 12 months, but less than 10 per cent are prepared to pay the average advice fee, according to the latest ASX Australian Investor Study.

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