Perpetual/KKR deal in doubt amid significant tax liability

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The deal between Perpetual and KKR is in doubt after the ATO significantly reduced the estimated cash proceeds for shareholders due to a $488 million primary tax liability.

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Former AMP advice exec steps back as FSCP panel cuts to 24

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Nick Hilton, newly appointed as executive general manager for advice delivery at Entireti following the AMP acquisition, is among seven individuals stepping back from the FSCP as the panel is cut down to 24 members.

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Employee development at the fore as competition heats up

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As firms jostle to retain their top talent in a competitive jobs market, recruiters observe discussions around professional development and growth have become increasingly prominent alongside remuneration.

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Management fees pivotal for ETF investors

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A new Computershare survey reveals management fees are a key priority for ETF investors, alongside the growing performance expectations.

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Bennelong to welcome 2 board members

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Bennelong Funds Management has announced new additions to its board following the retirement of chair Lincoln McMahon at the end of this year.

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Former Pendal CEO joins DNR Capital board

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Former Pendal chief executive Emilio Gonzalez will be joining the board of boutique fund manager DNR Capital in February 2025.

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Settlement reached in Caddick auditor class action

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A group of 31 victims of Melissa Caddick have agreed to an in-principle settlement with the auditors engaged to conduct annual audits of their SMSFs.

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‘How, not if’ for AI usage by fund managers

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It is a question of “how” rather than “if” asset managers will integrate artificial intelligence, according to Mercer, with 90 per cent of managers already using it or planning to use it in their investment process.

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All-female investment team to helm new fund

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A dozen high-profile female portfolio managers have joined forces on a new equities fund which will invest in companies that deliver solid financial returns and progress gender equality in Australia.

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Verdict reached on Platinum/Regal acquisition

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Platinum Asset Management and Regal Partners have reached an agreement regarding whether to proceed with an acquisition following a period of due diligence, as Platinum outflows double to $841 million in November.

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