Embracing financial advice as a career changer

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A former gym owner details his path into the financial advice profession, and the value of gaining CRM or CSO experience before progressing to the adviser milestone.

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Private markets division boosts Pengana’s FY24 FUM

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Pengana Capital Group has reported funds under management of $3.3 billion at the end of June, helped by the launch of two private market funds.

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Netwealth FUA nears $90bn amid strong business pipeline

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The investment platform’s FUA grew by $3.3 billion to $88 billion over the June quarter, as current transactions provide a “high level of confidence” for FY25.

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Switching licensees spells break in advice losses

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Financial adviser numbers have gained headway this week, Wealth Data reports, marking a departure from six consecutive weeks of losses.

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1 in 10 Australians are millionaires: UBS

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There are almost 2 million Australian millionaires, UBS’ new report shows, with the proportion set to grow by a further 400,000 people by 2028.

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Platinum shares FUM update for FY24

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Platinum Asset Management has shared an update on its “growth and reset” turnaround strategy and FUM at the end of the financial year.

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Momentum Media Australian AI Awards 2024 launches for the first time

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Submissions and nominations have opened for the inaugural Momentum Media Australian AI Awards 2024, which champions the wealth management industry for contributing to the dynamic field of artificial intelligence.

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ASIC updates select documentation in line with DBFO Act

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ASIC has updated some of its documentation in line with the DBFO Act receiving royal assent, with licensees reminded to stay on top of the changes.

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Relative Return: Where MFS is seeing bond opportunities

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In this episode of Relative Return, host Laura Dew speaks with Owen Murfin, investment officer and institutional

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Insignia unveils new executive team

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Insignia Financial has unveiled a new operating model and executive team, including a new head of advice, while three senior executives are set to depart the licensee.

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