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.

Beyond their investment benefits, over a third of advisers say utilising managed accounts solutions has allowed them to take on more clients, according to Praemium.

Family office Lederer Group has progressed its takeover bid for the Elanor Commercial Property Fund, lodging a bidder’s statement with ASIC as it says the fund has been “unable to agree” on negotiation terms.

Altus Financial, based on NSW's Central Coast, has announced a merger with advisory firm Fortunity to strengthen its presence in the region and expand its service offerings.