Insignia appoints advice leader for super offering

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Insignia Financial has appointed an experienced financial advice leader as head of education and advice on its Master Trust business, who joins from Ignition Advice,

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Jamieson Coote Bonds co-founder sets up fund distribution business

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A new funds distribution business has launched in Australia, seeking to bring institutional offerings to the wholesale market and led by co-founder of Jamieson Coote Bonds.

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DASH bolsters leadership with dual C-suite appointments

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DASH Technology Group has enacted two internal promotions, appointing a chief risk officer and chief commercial officer to strengthen the firm’s governance and operational capabilities.

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SIAA appoints CEO to replace Fox

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The Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association has announced the appointment of its new chief executive following the exit of Judith Fox after six years.

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Do SMAs detract from the individualisation of advice?

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While SMAs may boost adviser efficiency, an adviser has suggested that widespread use could leave some clients in a worse position while also reducing the individuality of their service.

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Higher monthly inflation leaves question mark over rate hikes

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Higher interest rates could be on the cards for 2026 after monthly CPI inflation for October showed an increase of 3.8 per cent.

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Sequoia supports APAC expansion with board appointment

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Sophie Chen has begun her role as executive director at Sequoia Financial Group, responsible for implementing the firm's strategy in Asia-Pacific as the group looks to cross-border partnerships.

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Actively managed ETF global market hits record high

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Global actively managed ETF assets hit a record high in October, according to independent research and consultancy firm ETFGI, breaking the record set the previous month.

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Advice firm trio merge to form new Sydney entity

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Three advice firms – Talem, Assure and Plenary Wealth – have merged to create a Sydney-based advice business.

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Federation AM bolsters ESG focus with senior appointment

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Federation Asset Management has appointed an investment director and head of responsible investments to support ESG integration strategy across the firm.

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