Second bidder emerges for Selfwealth acquisition

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Just one day after Selfwealth received a “highly attractive” acquisition bid from Bell Financial Group, it has received a second non-binding indicative proposal from a rival.

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Insignia's ambitious $1.3m revenue per adviser target by 2030

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Insignia Financial is targeting its salaried financial advisers increase their revenue per adviser by 62.5 per cent over the next five years.

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Private markets capability critical to LGT-CBA deal

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LGT Crestone chief executive Michael Chisholm believes the firm was chosen to acquire Commonwealth Bank’s personal advice arm due to its strong private market capability.

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The succession fund helping advisers enjoy la dolce vita

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AWAG and Teaminvest Private Group have teamed up to offer a succession lending fund to help advice principals navigate succession planning and enjoy their retirement.

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Australian Ethical fixes gaze on adviser market

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With nearly one-third of financial advisers utilising Australian Ethical’s investment options, expanding its advised channels remains a key focus for the firm.

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CFS Edge expands menu with new international managed accounts

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Advisers will now be able to tap into global markets on the platform through international signature managed accounts from global managers like T. Rowe Price and Lazard.

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60/40 portfolio poised for another strong decade, says Vanguard

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The fund manager has voiced optimism regarding the 60/40 allocation, noting the strategy can be a wise choice for clients in the long term.

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Fixed income ETFs capture over $900m in October flows

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Fixed income ETFs have staged a comeback after seeing a dip in September, according to Betashares’ latest monthly report, with three funds being among the top 10 largest monthly inflows.

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Bell AM bolsters growth ambitions with operations hire

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The firm has looked overseas to tap Lucinda Hill for the newly created role of executive general manager, product and operations, as it looks to expand into the US.

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Insignia unveils 5-year plan to cut costs and maximise scale

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Insignia Financial intends to be the leading wealth manager by 2030 as it moves away from acquisitions to achieve $200 million in cost savings per annum over the next five years.

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