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RBA takes measured step amid uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered rates to a level not seen since mid-2023.

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Will advisers shun Insignia’s salaried advice model?

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The restructure of Insignia Financial’s advice network into two parts could lead to further adviser attrition than initially forecast if advisers shun the salaried model, Morningstar believes.

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Barings targets wealth market with alts products

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The democratisation of alternatives funds was a key reason for Barings to consider entering the Australian wealth management market, its Australian wealth distribution head has stated.

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AWAG continues M&A spree with double investment

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The Australian Wealth Advisors Group has taken a 20 per cent stake in two Australian wealth management firms, having also made two investments last year.

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Franklin Templeton closes 2 funds for low AUM

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Franklin Templeton Australia has closed two funds run by ClearBridge and Martin Currie, one of which is over 40 years old.

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Active ETFs set to outpace passive listings

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Australia is driving the way in active ETFs, according to Trackinsight, and active listings could outpace those of passive ones by FY26.

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Fund managers struggle to source senior distribution staff

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Fund managers are seeking to strengthen their distribution teams to target the wealth management channels, but recruiters say it can be difficult to find senior hires.

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Bennelong to distribute Allspring product in Australasia

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Having previously stated a desire for greater expertise in fixed income, Bennelong Funds Management has partnered with Allspring Global Investments on a global income strategy.

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Relative Return: Fixed income returns to centre stage

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In the latest episode of Relative Return, host Laura Dew chats with Haran Karunakaran, fixed income investment d

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GenLife CEO on its new BlackRock strategic alliance

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Generation Life CEO, Felipe Araujo, sees advisers as critical to the launch of its new longevity products, as it enters a strategic alliance with BlackRock.

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