Should Platinum proceed with Regal merger?

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A potential acquisition of Platinum Asset Management by Regal Partners will be beneficial for the “challenged” fund manager, believes Morningstar, but it has warned fund management mergers don’t always run smoothly.

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Futureproofing an advice practice as a business owner

Virtual Business Partners Forte Asset Solutions M&A scale AFSL

With a growing number of advisers now running their own business, they need to pivot their career identity to being a business owner rather than just as a financial adviser if they want to futureproof their business.

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Finalists revealed for the first-ever Momentum Media Australian AI Awards 2024

Several wealth management companies have been selected as finalists at the inaugural awards, which champions those who have transformed the Australian economy with their AI solutions.

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Zenith continues managed account growth trajectory

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Zenith Investment Partners has launched a range of new managed account portfolios over the past quarter, including on Insignia Financial’s Expand platform.

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Iress completes launch of digital advice solution

iress digital advice Superannuation super funds

The financial services technology firm has officially launched its digital advice and education solution for superannuation funds and other industry players.

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Pendal to close Enhanced Credit fund

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Pendal has told investors it will start winding up its Enhanced Credit fund from December, its third fund closure this year.

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Knowing when to scale up an advice business

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VBP consultant Sue Viskovic has warned advisers thinking of going self-licensed that they need to act “from a business head, not an adviser head” when it comes to scaling up their practice.

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Growing interest in private markets presents new opportunities for advisers

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A report has highlighted a growing appetite among high-net-worth individuals for private market investments, creating a significant opportunity for advisers.

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BT and Striver unveil career pathways program

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The two firms have announced a new online development program to support career changers, advice support staff and university graduates in joining the financial advice profession.

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