ASIC reject claims of undermining inquiry

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ASIC has unequivocally rejected claims that it tried to undermine a Senate inquiry by requesting public interest immunity for certain questions.

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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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