Platforms that already offer full functionalities are now opting to differentiate themselves based on specialisations and client segments, according to Recep Peker, as he launches a platform research service.
There are ‘green shoots’ appearing in the financial adviser market, according to Centrepoint CEO John Shuttleworth, with the firm looking to grow its network via organic and inorganic growth.
With commissioner Danielle Press to depart ASIC next month, the Treasurer has appointed three new commissioners to the corporate regulator.
Falling just short of previous forecasts, recent figures indicate FAAA members now comprise almost 50 per cent of the ASIC FAR, according to Wealth Data.
Perpetual has announced leadership changes to its asset management executive team as it reports FY23 NPAT down 42 per cent thanks to $8.1 billion in net outflows.
Insignia has announced net profit after tax of $51.2 million for FY23, a rise of 39 per cent from the previous year as it announces a strategic refresh with a 'client wellbeing' division.
James Shipton has called out his former employer for failing to support or protect him during a six-month abusive ad campaign in 2020 by a defendant charged with offenses instigated by ASIC.
HUB24 managing director, Andrew Alcock, believes there is a “clear pack of winners” gaining market share as traditional platforms exit while flagging the possibility of a digital advice product for lower balance clients.
Announcing underlying NPAT of $36.5 million in its FY23 results, the firm has reaffirmed its focus on life insurance and will be exiting financial advice and wealth management under a simplified business model.
Centrepoint Alliance has announced a net profit after tax of $6.3 million as it forecasts a strong recruitment pipeline of over 360 financial advisers looking to join the licensee.
