Former Escala Partners co-founders join LGT Crestone

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LGT Crestone has made two senior hires to its Melbourne office to boost growth in its high-net-worth and family office services, making 10 appointments from Escala Partners.

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FSC calls for regulation shake-up

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The Financial Services Council has recommended changes to regulatory design as millions more consumers are expected to need advice in the coming years.

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HNW wealth managers announce merger

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Two wealth managers focused on high and ultra-high-net-worth clients have announced a merger, with over 180 years of history between them.

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Perth practice embarks on internal succession plan

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Perth-based estate planning specialist Succession Matters has announced a partner appointment as the firm prepares its own business succession plan.

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‘Never too early, often too late’: Thinking about succession planning

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With business owners very rarely planning their exit from the advice practice in advance, three experts underscore why succession planning is critical for long-term success.

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Esencia Wealth invests in new adviser pipeline to future-proof business

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Esencia Wealth says investing in a pipeline of new advisers sits at the “top of our list”, including building clear career pathways to retain new entrants.

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Maple-Brown Abbott deal presents complementary growth path for Antipodes

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The acquisition of Maple-Brown Abbott is expected to be earnings accretive for Antipodes Partners and presents it with complementary asset classes for future growth.

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Iress completes $167m sale of UK mortgages business

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Iress has announced the completed sale of its UK mortgages arm, representing the fourth and largest divestment successfully executed under its transformation strategy.

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Pinnacle looks to UK for flows amid newest affiliate

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Pinnacle managing director Ian Macoun has shared an update on its newest UK affiliate as he flags how almost three-quarters of FY24 net flows come from international investors.

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