Are real assets worth the illiquidity risk for portfolios?

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Investment executives say the benefits of real assets for client portfolios can “absolutely” outweigh the illiquidity risk, provided there is a good understanding of its risks and returns and of client goals.

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Which priorities have fallen off ASIC’s enforcement list?

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With the regulator announcing its enforcement focus for 2025 last week, law firm Hall & Wilcox examines the areas which have dropped down the list in priority for the regulator.

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Mason Stevens appoints head of strategic accounts

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Mason Stevens has tapped Investment Trends’ head of growth, alongside two other hires, to bolster its distribution team.

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GSFM appoints former adviser as Qld account manager

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Fund manager GSFM has appointed a key account manager for Queensland, following the appointment of a head of retail distribution last month.

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Adelaide advisory firm expands parental leave

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South Australian financial advice and accounting business Perks has extended its paid parental leave program from 12 to 26 weeks, putting it on par with big four firms.

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Research houses grapple with the rise of thematic ETFs

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As thematic ETFs gain popularity among advisers, research houses have told Money Management of their unique challenge to rate these niche products and assess their long-term viability.

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US equity allocations ‘surge’ to 11-year high

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Global fund managers are the most overweight to US equities since August 2013 on the back of the election of Donald Trump as US president-elect, according to Bank of America.

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AZ NGA makes first acquisition post-Oaktree deal

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Professional services group AZ NGA has made its first acquisition since announcing a $240 million strategic partnership with US manager Oaktree Capital Management in September.

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Magellan shutters 2 sustainable funds

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Magellan Financial Group has terminated three funds in its Core Series, including a sustainable fund and ESG fund, having determined they are “unlikely to achieve the necessary scale”.

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Insignia’s Hartley on unlocking Shadforth and Bridges’ potential

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As Insignia Financial looks to bolster its two financial advice businesses, Shadforth and Bridges, CEO Scott Hartley describes to Money Management how the firm will achieve these strategic growth plans.

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