AZ NGA makes first acquisition post-Oaktree deal

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Professional services group AZ NGA has made its first acquisition since announcing a $240 million strategic partnership with US manager Oaktree Capital Management in September.

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Magellan shutters 2 sustainable funds

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Magellan Financial Group has terminated three funds in its Core Series, including a sustainable fund and ESG fund, having determined they are “unlikely to achieve the necessary scale”.

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Insignia’s Hartley on unlocking Shadforth and Bridges’ potential

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As Insignia Financial looks to bolster its two financial advice businesses, Shadforth and Bridges, CEO Scott Hartley describes to Money Management how the firm will achieve these strategic growth plans.

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Centrepoint Alliance targets growth across all 3 adviser streams

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Centrepoint Alliance says it is “just getting started” as it looks to drive growth via expanding all three streams of advisers within the business.

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Which licensees saw the most complaints in FY24?

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AFCA’s latest statistics have shed light on which of the major licensees recorded the most consumer complaints in the last financial year.

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AWAG takes equity stake in Victorian advice firm

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Four months after making its first equity partnership, the Australian Wealth Advisors Group has taken a second stake in a regional Victorian advice and accountancy firm.

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Schroders establishes new group executive committee

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The UK-based global asset manager has formed a new group executive committee to accelerate its growth strategy following the commencement of its new CEO this month.

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PAC eyes accretive opportunities for long-term growth

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Pacific Current Group has used its AGM to detail its long-term growth plans after a period of multiple divestments and the progress of plans for a share buyback.

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Winners unveiled for Women in Finance Awards 2024

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Money Management and principal partner, Mortgage Choice, are proud to announce 30 winners for the annual Women in Finance Awards 2024.

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Financial adviser numbers swell by over a dozen

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The financial advice profession has lifted back above the 15,500 mark this week thanks to a double-digit net rise in adviser numbers, according to Wealth Data.

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