Wealth perceptions evolving beyond ‘great Australian dream’: AMP

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Homeownership is no longer the predominant metric of wealth in Australia, according to new research from financial services giant AMP.

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‘Hard work starts now’: FPA/AFA merger to move forward

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With over 95% of both FPA and AFA votes in favour, the proposed merger of the entities into the Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAA) has been confirmed.

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New practice profile: Unite Wealth

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Creating a charitable arm to your firm expands the ways you can support everyday Australians, shares this adviser.

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Is China an ESG champion?

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The “green superpower” has benefited from a surge in demand from ESG investors, despite continued concerns over the country’s social and governance practices.

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Former AMP advice MD joins Pengana distribution team

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Fraser Herd, former managing director of employed advice at AMP, has been appointed distribution manager at Pengana for the NSW region.

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Wealth segment bolsters CountPlus’ strong performance in 1H23

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CountPlus has noted an 8% rise in reported revenue along with welcoming 31 net new advisers in the first

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APRA locks in rate buffer amid stability risks

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The prudential regulator has opted to maintain its macroprudential settings, citing a “high degree of uncertainty” in the economic outlook.

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ETFs record ‘tepid’ growth in 2022: Morningstar

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Despite exchange traded funds’ (ETFs) increasing popularity amongst retail investors, assets witnessed slower growth compared to 2021, growing 4.9% in 2022.

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Westpac joins peers in revising cash rate outlook

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The major bank has revised its monetary policy expectations off the back of the Reserve Bank's hawkish rhetoric.

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Praemium earnings up, fund flows down

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The investment platform has issued its first financial results update following the sale of its international business.

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