CPI inflation falls for second consecutive month

inflation Reserve Bank of Australia RBA

The latest monthly CPI reading has shown annualised inflation fell for the second consecutive month in February.

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Australia urged to improve fund transparency

ESG Zenith transparency

Australia has been described as one of the worst countries in the world for transparency of portfolio holdings as clients and the regulator seek more information on sustainability credentials.

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Trusted client relationships target for hackers in advice firms

cybercrime cybersecurity IMAP

According to this cyber security professional, the trusted relationships between advisers and their clients are the target for infiltration by hackers and firms need to ensure client information is safeguarded.

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‘Don’t overlook the steps’ in becoming an adviser

financial advice exam professional year FPA

With more Professional Year candidates passing their financial adviser exam this week, an associate adviser has shared why graduates shouldn’t rush to become advisers and ignore the experience gained in junior roles.

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Advice firm buyers facing financing difficulties

Radar Results M&A financial advice HLB Mann Judd

The rise in interest rates is having a knock-on effect on financial advice M&A activity as buyers are finding themselves approved for financing that is up to 30% lower than last year.

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Managed accounts FUM reach record $144.5bn

IMAP toby potter managed accounts separately managed accounts

IMAP’s Census of Managed Account FUM has reported over $10 billion of inflows in the last six months of 2022, recording a 9.8% rise in funds under management from the previous year.

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Board changes at Pengana as Negus departs

Pengana Bank of Queensland boards

Pengana Capital has announced board changes as non-executive director Warwick Negus takes up a role as chairman of the Bank of Queensland.

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Magellan’s head of research joins Antipodes

Magellan antipodes Jacob Mitchell

Vihari Ross, who was responsible for leading Magellan’s 30-person global research team, has moved to Antipodes as a portfolio manager.

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Exelsuper enters managed accounts partnership with Activus

Activus Investment Advisors managed accounts financial advice

The firm has announced a partnership with Activus Investment Advisors to establish a suite of branded managed portfolios on the Macquarie Wrap platform.

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ClearView enhances life insurance options

ClearView life insurance Simon Swanson

The listed financial services company has released numerous enhancements to its ClearChoice life insurance product range.

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