FSCP warns adviser over ROA usage

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The difference between a Record of Advice and Statement of Advice is the crux of the FSCP’s latest determination against a relevant provider.

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M&A activity sees higher number of ceasing AFSLs

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The number of ceased advice licensees this financial year is nearly four times higher than the previous period, likely driven by M&A activity among new AFSLs, writes Wealth Data.

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The Libertas mistakes that caused AFSL cancellation

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Libertas Financial Planning saw its AFSL cancelled this month after the CSLR paid out compensation to a victim; details have been shared on the firm’s mistakes that led to the victim’s complaint.

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Iress’ transformation strategy bears fruit in 1H24

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Disciplined cost management on its transformation strategy has helped Iress to report an adjusted EBITDA of $67 million in the first half of 2024.

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ASIC doubles down on investment scam disruption

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The corporate regulator has taken down over 7,300 phishing and investment scam websites in the past year, with this area remaining a core strategic priority for ASIC.

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Principal AM appoints Australia distribution head

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Principal Asset Management has appointed a new director of distribution in Australia to expand its reach in the domestic wholesale market.

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Former national advice business sees AFSL cancelled

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ASIC has cancelled the AFSL of a former national financial advice business after the CSLR was required to pay compensation for the firm’s actions.

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‘Like herding cats’: How can M&A go wrong?

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Unexpected bills and a lack of cultural alignment are among M&A challenges two directors have faced, and the experiences have taught them that advice practices shouldn’t pursue “scale for scale’s sake”.

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FAAA raises CSLR concerns with Minister Jones

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The Financial Advice Association Australia has met with Minister for Financial Services, Stephen Jones, to discuss their concerns about the escalating costs of the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort.

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Australian wholesale flows boost GQG FUM

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GQG Partners has reported a 67 per cent year-on-year increase in Australian wholesale net flows to its funds as it announces its half-year results.

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