IAM appoints Press, launches 2 bond ETFs

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Income Asset Management has hired former ASIC commissioner Danielle Press to its board as a non-executive director as it launches corporate bond ETFs.

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Betashares closes swathe of funds due to insufficient size

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Betashares is to close three managed funds and three ETFs after they failed to secure sufficient assets.

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International equities lead the charge in November ETF flows

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November proved to be a standout month for international equities, with these ETFs witnessing nearly double the flows of the next closest category.

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Adviser reprimanded over incorrect advice by FSCP

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The FSCP has issued its second written reprimand this week against an adviser who provided incorrect advice to clients regarding the non-concessional cap.

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WA advice firm among 2 AFSL cancellations

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The corporate regulator has cancelled two AFSLs, one against a Western Australian financial advice firm and the other against an individual.

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Insignia ‘considering’ takeover bid from US giant

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Insignia Financial has confirmed it is considering a preliminary non-binding proposal received from a US private equity giant to acquire the firm.

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Dixon investment committee actions warrant scrutiny: FAAA

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The actions of the investment committee at Dixon Advisory should be placed under greater scrutiny in the upcoming Senate inquiry, according to the FAAA.

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The 2 areas of CSLR that could easily change

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There are two areas where Minister for Financial Services, Stephen Jones, has the power to change CSLR without the need for law changes.

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AMPFP loses title of largest individual licensee

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A close competition has seen AMP Financial Planning lose its long-held position as Australia’s largest individual licensee, according to Wealth Data.

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Model portfolios gain ground with Aussie investors

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State Street Global Advisors’ research reveals a notable rise in Australian investors’ awareness and satisfaction with model portfolios, highlighting benefits such as lower fees, closer portfolio monitoring, and greater adviser involvement.

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