Shipton writes to Chalmers and Jones on workplace safety

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The former ASIC chair has penned an open letter to the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer asking for their support following a Senate appearance that detailed work, health and safety failures at the corporate regulator.

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Which licensees have stood out from the pack in the last two years?

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Looking at changes in adviser numbers since H2 2021 in terms of appointments and resignations, research reveals just two licensee groups report a net positive change.

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The challenge for BDMs in a new adviser landscape

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With the growth of micro-AFSLs and new licensees in a shifting advice landscape, business development ma

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APRA’s performance test sees 96 trustee directed products fail

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APRA has announced 96 trustee directed products and one MySuper product failed to meet the benchmark of its 2023 superannuation performance test.

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What is the top region for advisers?

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A suburb in Victoria has been crowned as the top suburb by opportunity for financial advisers, according to data from Adviser Ratings.

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Doctors or advisers – who face stricter regulation?

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According to the former AFA submission to the Senate Economics Committee’s investigation into ASIC, there are “significant differences” in the treatment of misconduct in occupations.

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Exploring the platform market for HNW clients

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Platforms that already offer full functionalities are now opting to differentiate themselves based on specialisations and client segments, according to Recep Peker, as he launches a platform research service.

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Centrepoint Alliance welcomes ‘green shoots’ in adviser landscape

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There are ‘green shoots’ appearing in the financial adviser market, according to Centrepoint CEO John Shuttleworth, with the firm looking to grow its network via organic and inorganic growth.

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ASIC welcomes new commissioners

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With commissioner Danielle Press to depart ASIC next month, the Treasurer has appointed three new commissioners to the corporate regulator.

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FAAA member numbers hit the ASIC FAR

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Falling just short of previous forecasts, recent figures indicate FAAA members now comprise almost 50 per cent of the ASIC FAR, according to Wealth Data.

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